HB A&P Show & M2 Overland Bring You - Salute The Ute Competition

Rev your engines, Hawke’s Bay – it’s time to Salute the Ute!
From polished classics to mud-loving beasts, this brand-new competition is all about celebrating the mighty ute in true A&P Show style. Whether you’re bringing your pride and joy fresh from the shed, showing off some serious modifications, or rolling in with a hard-working farm truck, there’s a category for everyone. With bragging rights on the line (and plenty of Show-day fun), this is one competition you won’t want to miss!

 

1 x Driver and 1 x 2 day Show Pass per Vehicle

 

Categories Below:

1. The Legend (Best Classic Ute) - Sponsored by Hawke's Bay Toyota

Old-school steel, heritage, and character that never dies.

Judged on authenticity, restoration, and the stories they carry.

Winner will receive:

$500 parts and service voucher

2. The Overlander (Best Overland Rig) - Sponsored by Dometic

Built for getting away and staying out there. Think camping, touring and off-grid setups with the storage and gear to make longer adventures work.

Judged on: trip readiness, quality of the setup, smart use of space and how well the vehicle supports travel away from home.

Winner will receive:

Prize TBC

3. The Tradie’s Weapon (Best Trade Ute) - Sponsored by Bay Tyres Onekawa

The ultimate mobile workshop. Fit-outs, trays, tool storage, and setups that make getting the job done easier

Judged on practicality, fit-out, and clever trade-specific solutions. *(Please note in this category you can bring your vehicle in on Friday only, if you are working on Thursday)*

Winner will receive:

$1000 Bay Tyres Gift Voucher

 

Puts in the work during the week, then heads away when the weekend rolls around. This category is for Utes that make room for both jobs and adventures without needing a complete change of setup.

Judged on: versatility, practicality, smart use of space and how easily the vehicle switches between work and weekend use.

The People’s Salute (People’s Choice) - Automatic Entry into this Category - Sponsored by M2 Manufacture

Let the crowd decide. The Ute that turns heads and wins hearts, no matter the category.

Voted by the public at the Show.

Winner will receive:

$500 Supercheap Gift Voucher

 

Any questions please email admin@hbap.co.nz

 

ENTER HERE

 

2026 Sponsors

     

M2

Bay Tyres Onekawa

Hawke's Bay Toyota

Dometic