Asia’s Most Prestigious Automotive Recognition Finalizes 2025 Winners

(Top row, L–R): Mr. Jet Ong (MY), Mr. Tom Kek (MY), Mr. U Aung Win (MM), Mr. Temmy Wiradjaja (ID), Mr. Brent Ronald Co (PH), Mr. Mohd Nazral Zahri (MY), Mr. Eric Ong (SG).
Bottom row, L–R: Prof. Dr. Seo Kyu Won (KR), Mr. Thibodee Harnprasert (TH), Mr. Anothai Eamlumnow (TH), Dr. Por Boon Kuan (MY), Mr. Surasak Jarinthong (TH).

Bangkok, 19 November 2025

The 5th Asia Automotive Award (AAA) — the region’s foremost platform celebrating excellence in the automotive industry has officially completed its Final Judging Session at Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao, Bangkok. This milestone marks the culmination of a rigorous, transparent, and merit-based evaluation involving senior leaders from eight Asian countries.

Elite Panel of Judges Represents Asia’s Automotive Excellence

The 2025 judging panel comprised a distinguished lineup of experts whose experience spans the full spectrum of the automotive ecosystem.

Their collective expertise ensures that AAA continues to uphold its reputation for fairness, credibility, and professionalism in evaluating automotive achievements across Asia.

The Most Competitive AAA Edition to Date

This year’s nominations reached a record-breaking volume, solidifying AAA’s status as Asia’s most respected industry award:

  • 200+ nominations from across the region
  • Multiple categories contested by leading brands, racers, innovators and industry players
  • Online interview assessments for selected nominees
  • Unanimous scoring and cross-evaluation by every judge

AAA remains fully independent and merit-driven, standing apart from popularity-based awards through its structured, transparent and benchmarked assessment process.

Comprehensive Recognition Across the Automotive Ecosystem

The 5th Asia Automotive Award continues its mission to honor excellence across the entire industry value chain. The award covers:

  • 11 Core Categories
  • 56 Sub-Categories

including automotive brands, product excellence, EV and smart mobility, motorsports, aftermarket innovation, sustainability initiatives, CSR programs, and leadership.

This expansive framework makes AAA the most comprehensive automotive benchmarking platform in Asia.

Announcement of Winners to Begin

Starting today, the AAA Secretariat will begin contacting all official winners for 2025.
The Organizing Committee extends its congratulations to those who successfully passed the most demanding selection process in AAA history.

Open Call for Partnerships and Participation

With Asia’s automotive industry accelerating toward electrification, smart mobility and sustainability, AAA invites organizations to:

  • Sponsor or partner with upcoming AAA editions
  • Nominate brands, products, leaders or racers for the next cycle
  • Participate in the gala ceremony, press engagements and networking sessions
  • Collaborate on media features and knowledge-sharing initiatives

Contact Information

Dr. Por Boon Kuan
Organizing Chairman, 5th Asia Automotive Award
📧 aaa@motonation.com.my

Ms. Atiqah Aqilah
Award Secretary
📧 asiaautomotiveaward@gmail.com

“Driving the Future of Asia’s Automotive Business Together”

Organized by Asia Auto Venture
Hosted by Grandprix Group