Following the great amount of engagement with our first “Steel the Spotlight” campaign, we want to bring it back for 2026 with a smart twist. We are keeping the fun, highly visual Instagram competition that our community loves, but we are adding a simple step to help us gather your direct feedback.
We want to hear exactly why you choose Apex Steel for your projects. This is your chance to put your best builds in the spotlight, get your business featured, and compete for up to $4,000 in prizes.
How to Enter
We’ve kept the entry process simple to ensure we get plenty of participation. Here is exactly how to lock in your entry:
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Step 1: Post a photo or video of your best Apex project on Instagram or Facebook.
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Step 2: Tag us or use the hashtag #ApexSteelTheSpotlight2026 in your post/story
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Step 3: Watch your DMs! We will send a direct message to anyone who tags us, containing a link to a quick survey.
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Step 4: Fill out the short survey with your basic details, state, and feedback on what makes you choose Apex Steel and how we can improve.
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Step 5: Once you complete the survey, your entry is officially locked in and submitted for judging.
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Step 6: Our team will review all completed entries, pick the best visuals for the weekly shortlist, and ultimately select our grand prize winners!
What’s Up For Grabs?
Your hard work deserves to be rewarded.
- Massive Exposure: Shortlisted entries will be tagged in our social posts and have their business name visible on our weekly highlight tiles.
- The Prizes: We are planning a prize system similar to last year, featuring a 1st place prize and 2 x runner-up prizes.
Prizes Breakdown
1st Place Winner
- V8 Hot Lap Experience (valued up to $3,000) – taking place at the next available track day in your closest state or territory within the next 12–24 months.
- $1,000 Account Rebate
- Grove Racing & Apex Branded Merch
2nd Place (Runner-Up)
- $500 Account Rebate
- Grove Racing & Apex Branded Merch
3rd Place (Runner-Up)
- $500 Account Rebate
- Grove Racing & Apex Branded Merch
The Judging
At the end of the campaign, our internal panel will review all completed submissions. Winners will be selected based on the quality of the build, creativity, and the survey feedback provided.
Important Dates
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Submissions Open: July 1st.
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Submissions Close: July 31st.
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Winner Announced: August.
Live Feed: See Who is Stealing the Spotlight!
Check out the live feed of entrants right here on the competition page