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NEW YORK CITY – Standard Motor Products said it will give away more than $10,000 in prizes as part of the company’s “Why I Trust Standard” promotion.

Running through Sept. 30, the promotion’s grand prize is a 2017 Honda ATV.

 

To enter, contestants must upload a video or photo of themselves with their favorite Standard part to the “Why I Trust Standard” promotional tab on 

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. In the video or photo caption, contestants should share why they trust Standard for their repairs.

The entries with the most number of “Likes” will win a corresponding prize.

The Grand Prize winner will receive a 2017 Honda ATV. Two second-prize winners will win a Snap-On toolbox, and five third-prize winners will receive a Bose SoundLink Color Bluetooth speaker. The first 500 entries will be awarded a commemorative Standard hat.

“Standard has been a trusted brand since 1919, and this promotion is an exciting new way to engage with our loyal customers and hear why they trust our parts for their repairs,” said Phil Hutchens, vice president of engine management marketing for Standard Motor Products.

The contest is open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia. For more information, visit 

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