Auto Tech Competition & Career Fair
Competition Information
The Greater Charlotte Auto Dealers Association is hosting the 2026 Auto Tech Competition & Career Fair on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway.
Regional high schools and their selected juniors and seniors are training and partnering with area franchise auto dealers to prepare for the competition. Students are competing for various scholarships, prizes, and potential future employment.
All local middle/high school students with an interest in the automotive pathway are invited to the career fair. Students will engage with a variety of future workforce and educational opportunities including local dealers, manufacturers, community colleges, and industry influencers.
This is a non-ticketed, pre-registered event.
For more information, reach out to info@charlotteautocareers.com
Participating Schools and Partnering Dealerships
Check back later for school and dealership pairings!
Industry Interview Partners
2025 Auto Tech Competition & Career Fair Photo Galleries
Charlotte Motor Speedway
5555 Concord Pkwy S.
Concord, NC 28027
Competition & Career Fair Schedule Tuesday, March 17th (Subject to Adjust)
7:30am - 8:15am (Check-in/Breakfast)
8:15am - 8:45am (Orientation)
9am - 10:30am (Interview Sessions)
9am - 1pm (Career Fair with Area Schools 5th - 12th Grade)
*Includes networking with regional auto dealers, manufacturers, community colleges, sponsors, and entertainment.
*Lunch will be provided to students post career fair.
10:45am - 11am (Team Pictures)
11am - 1pm (On-Vehicle Competition)
1pm - 2pm (Team & Sponsor Luncheon)
1pm - 2pm (Dealer & Student Competitor Q&A) - Parents are Welcome
2:30pm - 3:15pm (Winner Circle)
- Parents are Welcome