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Cristiana Oprea Joins Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year Jury, Bringing Motorsport Expertise and Eastern European Insight
January 2026 – Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY), the only international automotive award judged exclusively by women journalists, is proud to welcome Cristiana Oprea to its global jury. With her appointment, the WWCOTY panel now includes 85 judges from 55 countries, further enriching its multicultural perspective on the automotive industry. Cristiana Oprea is […]
Hyundai IONIQ 9 Wins Global Accolade, Sparks South African Interest
Johannesburg, 16 January 2026 – Hyundai Motor Company’s bold push into electric mobility has received a major international vote of confidence. The all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 9 has been named World’s Best Large SUV at the 2026 Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) Awards, cementing Hyundai’s position as a leading player in the premium electric […]
The New Nissan LEAF Named World’s Best Compact Car by Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year
The all-new Nissan LEAF has added another landmark to its already storied journey, being crowned World’s Best Compact Car by the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) jury. The prestigious accolade, awarded by the only all-female panel of automotive journalists in the world, recognises not only the car’s technical excellence, but also its enduring […]
Hyundai Santa Fe Crowned WWCOTY Supreme Winner as International Delegation Visits World’s Largest Car Plant
SEOUL, South Korea – In a remarkable celebration of global automotive excellence, a prestigious delegation from the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) awards travelled from three continents to South Korea to present the Supreme Winner trophy to Hyundai Motor Company for the all-new Hyundai Santa Fe. Representing the collective voice of 85 women […]
Milene Rios Joins Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year Jury, Amplifying Brazil’s Voice on the Global Automotive Stage
May 2025 – São Paulo, Brazil Brazilian automotive journalism has just marked a milestone moment: Milene Rios, a seasoned journalist with more than 20 years of experience in the industry, has officially joined the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) jury. Her appointment strengthens Brazil’s presence on this prestigious international panel, which now comprises […]
Conny Poltersdorf Joins Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year Jury: A Milestone for Women in Automotive Journalism
May 2025 – The Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) is proud to announce that Conny Poltersdorf, a distinguished motoring journalist from Germany, has officially joined its esteemed international jury. The WWCOTY, renowned for its unique position in the automotive world, remains the only car award governed by an all-female jury of motoring journalists, […]
Ana Gabriela Oquendo Joins the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year Jury, Marking a Milestone for Latin American Automotive Journalism
In a significant move for Latin American representation in global automotive journalism, Ana Gabriela Oquendo, a respected voice from Ecuador’s En Curva magazine, has been appointed to the international jury of the Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY)—the only car award judged exclusively by women motoring journalists from around the globe. With members spanning […]
Yumi Kawabata Joins Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year as New Judge
April, 2025 – The Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY), an international automotive award celebrated for being exclusively judged by female automotive journalists, proudly announces the appointment of Yumi Kawabata as a new member of its distinguished panel of judges. Kawabata, a prominent figure in Japan’s automotive and technological landscape, will bring her vast […]
Hyundai Santa Fe Crowned World’s Best Car for 2025 by Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year
The Hyundai Santa Fe has been named the World’s Best Car for 2025 by the esteemed panel of Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) judges. The announcement coincides with International Women’s Day, a momentous occasion that highlights achievements across industries, including the automotive sector. A distinguished jury of 82 women motoring journalists from 55 […]
Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year 2025: Celebrating Innovation, Diversity, and Excellence in the Automotive Industry
Madrid, 18 February 2025 – The Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) has once again shone a spotlight on the most outstanding vehicles of the year, honouring automakers that have excelled in design, safety, efficiency, and innovation. The prestigious event, held in Madrid, brought together industry leaders, journalists, and automotive professionals to celebrate excellence […]