Fleetio, a leading fleet optimization platform, recently announced the recipients of its first Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Scholarship program.
These scholarships were created to empower deserving students and automotive technicians, validating their skills and expertise against industry-defined standards.
The ASE Scholarship grand prize winner Michael Hairston, who works for Life Ride, will receive a $3,000 scholarship to cover the registration and testing fees for three ASE professional-level Certification tests, plus funds for tool upgrades or other essential supplies.
“I am most honored to be a recipient of this scholarship and extend my sincere gratitude to Fleetio for their generous support of my continued education and professional development,” said Michael Hairston at Life Ride. “This financial assistance will be invaluable as I continue to advance my career as a maintenance technician at Life Ride.”
The ASE Scholarship runner-up winners will each receive a $1,000 scholarship to cover the registration and testing fees for three ASE professional-level Certification tests, plus funds for tool upgrades or other essential supplies.
The 2025 Fleetio ASE Scholarship Runner-ups are:
· Alex Palma, Quarry Management
· Andrew Cureton, AAA Oregon/Idaho
· Angel Gonzalez, General Pavement Management
· Chase Statter, Student Nominee, redbox+ Dumpsters
· Katherine Daniel, St. Johns County School District
“We are proud to partner with Fleetio to support deserving technicians in earning their industry credentials and building their expertise,” said Dave Johnson, President/CEO at ASE. “Especially during a time where qualified technician shortages are impacting the fleet industry, we are grateful for Fleetio’s dedication to investing in technician development.”