Standard Motor Products. Announces $5,000 TechSmart Scholarship Winner

NEW YORK -- March 18, 2015: Standard Motor Products, Inc. (SMP) announced today that it has selected the winner of its "Are You TechSmart?" scholarship search. Marcos Gutierrez of Oakland, CA, enrolled in the Automotive Technology Program at Chabot College, will receive the $5,000 scholarship to use towards his education.

Mr. Gutierrez was chosen from a field of student applicants from 31 states, the District of Columbia and Puerto Rico. Each applicant was judged on relevancy, creativity and thoughtfulness in regards to the automotive industry by TechSmart® Technician John Filippone, Master Technician and Owner of Piedmont Tire and Auto. "Based on his understanding of the importance of keeping in touch with emerging technologies," said John Filippone, "I think Mr. Gutierrez is the best candidate for the scholarship."

Phil Hutchens, Vice President Engine Management Marketing, SMP, added, "With the 'Are You TechSmart?' scholarship search, we were looking for a student who embodies the characteristics of the TechSmart brand. In other words, someone who is passionate about technical advances, innovation and meeting the challenges of automotive technology."

With over 100 categories and more than 400 exclusive products, TechSmart continues to deliver what technicians need for today's complex vehicle systems. For additional information about TechSmart, contact an SMP sales representative or visit TechSmartParts.com.