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Arnold Motor Supply announced Mike Dyer as its 2025 Technician of the Year. Dyer is the lead technician at Westgate High Tech Auto Care in Omaha, Nebraska. The annual award honors one outstanding technician from Arnold Motor Supply’s Certified Service Center network.

Dyer will now represent both

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and Westgate High Tech in a national competition. The Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance will host its
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competition from July 7-10, 2025, in Detroit.

Finalists will complete a written test. The competition will determine the top technician in North America.

Veteran Technician to Represent Omaha on National Stage

Arnold Motor Supply said Dyer leads diagnostics and repair operations at three Omaha locations. These shops are growing steadily.

In 2024, Dyer completed nearly 100 hours of technical training. He studied diesel systems, European schematics, and heavy-duty applications.

His credentials include certifications in BMW, Audi, PowerStroke, Duramax and ASE. These qualifications reflect his advanced knowledge across vehicle platforms.

Team Leader With Proven Skill and Dedication

“Mike is not just an exceptional technician—he’s the foundation of our technical team,” said Zach Haver. Haver owns both Mad Hatter and Westgate High Tech Auto Care. “His reliability and leadership gave me the confidence to expand to multiple locations.”

Dyer began his career at 19. Since then, he has earned a reputation as the go-to expert among his peers. Colleagues respect his diagnostic skill and dedication to ongoing training.

Program Recognizes Top Technicians Across North America

The Technician of the Year program honors standout professionals across the Auto Value and Bumper to Bumper network. The program evaluates nominees on technical skill, diagnostic ability and their training history.

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