The 15th Annual OTC Auto Show Winners Are In

The 15th Annual Orange Technical College Auto Show took place on Saturday, April 12, 2025, at the South Campus in Orlando. The event showcased over 140 vehicles in various categories and continued the college’s tradition of community engagement focused on its automotive programs.

• Auto categories judged were Antique, Classic, Domestic, Modified, Japanese Imports, European Imports, Trucks, Motorcycles, and High School
• This year’s High School competition included “work in progress” vehicles.
• At this year’s show, over one 140 vehicles were on display or in the judged competition.

Visitors to the Orange Technical College South Campus were treated to an impressive display of vehicles across nine competitive categories: Antique, Classic, Domestic, Modified, Japanese Imports, European Imports, Trucks, Motorcycles, and High School. The event ran from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM, providing the community with ample time to explore the diverse automotive exhibits.

This year’s show maintained its commitment to education, with students and staff actively promoting the career training and adult education programs available at Orange Technical College. These programs remain vital resources for students looking to transform their lives through quality technical education.

The event received strong backing from industry partners. NAPA Auto Parts and Matco Tools sponsored the show and supported the silent auction. The proceeds from these activities will fund future student events, further enhancing educational opportunities for those pursuing automotive careers.

• 1st Place: Juan McDermott (Vehicle #137)
• 2nd Place: Lucas Paquet (Vehicle #121)
• 3rd Place: Antwann Stokes (Vehicle #123)

• 1st Place: Lucas Paquet (Vehicle #121)
• 2nd Place: James Wolfe (Vehicle #142)
• 3rd Place: Mason Kuehne (Vehicle #124)

• 1st Place: Antwann Stokes (Vehicle #123)
• 2nd Place: TJ Thoss (Vehicle #120)
• 3rd Place: Clement Punter (Vehicle #110)

• 1st Place: Keith Aaron (Vehicle #103)
• 2nd Place: Trip Franklin (Vehicle #133)

• 1st Place: Trip Franklin (Vehicle #133)
• 2nd Place: Jayden Punter (Vehicle #109)
• 3rd Place: Reinaldo Gomez (Vehicle #119)

• 1st Place: Jetzel Arroyo (Vehicle #131)
• 2nd Place: Quianalyz Santiago (Vehicle #132)
• 3rd Place: Joe Raymond (Vehicle #129)

• 1st Place: Mark Bishop (Vehicle #141)
• 2nd Place: Cody Bishop (Vehicle #128)
• 3rd Place: Mike Padula (Vehicle #102)

• 1st Place: Joe Raymond (Vehicle #130)

A notable addition to this year’s show was the High School category’s “work in progress” vehicles. This new element encouraged high school students to showcase vehicles still under development, providing them an opportunity to present their ongoing projects and future plans. Students created poster boards documenting their progress, which included information about their vehicle’s make and model, completed work, future aspirations for the vehicle, and their favorite aspects of their automotive projects.

• 1st Place: Adin Michelson (Vehicle #206)
• 2nd Place: Javier Zeyala (Vehicle #234)
• 3rd Place: Christian Felix (Vehicle #210)

As the Orange Technical College Auto Show concludes its fifteenth year, it continues to serve as a vital connection between the college, its students, and the wider community. The event not only celebrates automotive excellence but also highlights the importance of technical education in preparing the next generation of automotive professionals.