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Automotive & Transport

NY Product Design Awards

Automotive & Transport

For the design
behind how we move.

Automotive & Transport

Design that
moves us.

The NY Automotive & Transportation Design Awards celebrates thoughtful vehicle and mobility design, from overall form and engineering to the experience of every journey.

Who can enter

Designers, manufacturers, mobility teams, studios, independent creators, and students worldwide.

What you can submit

Concepts, work in progress, and completed products created within the last five years.

How it works

Submit online. Present your design through images and supporting materials. No physical samples.

View Entry Guidelines

Automotive & Transport Categories

Every way
forward.

Cars & Motorcycles
  • CM27001
    ATV

    All-terrain vehicles for recreational, utility, or off-road use.

  • CM27002
    Autonomous Vehicles

    Vehicles with self-driving or advanced driver-assistance systems.

  • CM27003
    Compact Cars

    Efficient passenger cars sized between small and family vehicles.

  • CM27004
    Convertibles

    Cars with retractable, removable, or folding roofs.

  • CM27005
    Electric Vehicles

    Vehicles powered entirely by rechargeable batteries and electric motors.

  • CM27006
    Estate Cars

    Passenger cars with extended rear seating and cargo space.

  • CM27007
    Hybrid Vehicles

    Vehicles combining combustion engines with electric propulsion.

  • CM27008
    Hydrogen Fuel Cell Cars

    Cars powered by electricity generated from hydrogen fuel cells.

  • CM27009
    Limousines

    Premium passenger vehicles designed for chauffeured transportation.

  • CM27010
    Mopeds

    Lightweight, low-powered two-wheelers for short-distance travel.

  • CM27011
    Motorbikes

    Motorized two-wheelers for road, sport, touring, or off-road use.

  • CM27012
    Quads

    Four-wheeled vehicles designed for off-road and recreational use.

  • CM27013
    Small Cars

    Mini and subcompact cars designed for space-efficient travel.

  • CM27014
    Snowmobiles

    Tracked motor vehicles designed for travel across snow and ice.

  • CM27015
    Sports Cars

    Performance cars designed for speed and responsive handling.

  • CM27016
    SUV, Off-Road Vehicles

    Versatile vehicles designed for urban and challenging terrain.

  • CM27017
    Tricycles

    Motorized three-wheeled vehicles for transport, utility, or recreation.

  • CM27018
    Vans, Minibuses

    Vehicles designed for group transport or light-load carrying.

  • CM27000
    New Category

Enter Cars & Motorcycles
Commercial Vehicles
  • CV27001
    Agricultural Machines

    Vehicles and machinery designed for farming and agricultural operations.

  • CV27002
    Ambulances

    Emergency vehicles equipped for medical response and patient transport.

  • CV27003
    Buses

    Large road vehicles designed for public or private passenger transport.

  • CV27004
    Cargo Vans

    Vans designed for transporting goods, equipment, or commercial loads.

  • CV27005
    Cement Mixers

    Vehicles equipped to mix and transport concrete.

  • CV27006
    Construction Vehicles

    Heavy-duty vehicles designed for construction and earthmoving work.

  • CV27007
    Electric Logistics Vehicles

    Electric vehicles designed for delivery, freight, or industrial transport.

  • CV27008
    Fire Engines

    Emergency vehicles equipped for firefighting and rescue operations.

  • CV27009
    Forklift Trucks

    Powered vehicles designed to lift and move materials over short distances.

  • CV27010
    Passenger Vehicles

    Commercial vehicles designed for passenger or shuttle services.

  • CV27011
    Pickup Trucks

    Light-duty vehicles with open rear cargo beds.

  • CV27012
    Sports Utility Vehicles

    Utility vehicles designed for passenger travel and adaptable cargo use.

  • CV27013
    Tractors

    Vehicles designed to pull agricultural machinery and heavy equipment.

  • CV27014
    Transport Vehicles

    Vehicles developed for moving goods, equipment, or passengers.

  • CV27000
    New Category

Enter Commercial Vehicles
Motorhomes & Caravans
  • MC27001
    Campervans

    Compact vans designed for travel, sleeping, and everyday mobility.

  • MC27002
    Caravans & Travel Trailers

    Towable accommodations, including caravans and travel trailers of all sizes.

  • MC27003
    Mobile & Smart Homes

    Mobile residences combining flexible living with smart-home technology.

  • MC27004
    Motorhomes

    Self-powered recreational vehicles designed for travel and accommodation.

  • MC27005
    Off-Road Campers & Caravans

    Rugged campers and caravans designed for remote or challenging terrain.

  • MC27006
    RV Components, Equipment & Interiors

    Components, equipment, and interior solutions developed for recreational vehicles.

  • MC27000
    New Category

Enter Motorhomes & Caravans
Trains & Planes
  • TP27001
    Aeroplane Interiors

    Cabin spaces, seating, and onboard features designed for aircraft.

  • TP27002
    Aeroplanes

    Powered aircraft designed to transport passengers, cargo, or equipment.

  • TP27003
    eVTOL & Urban Air MobilityNEW

    Transport-focused electric aircraft and air-mobility vehicles

  • TP27004
    Flying Devices

    Individual, recreational, experimental, or specialised products

  • TP27005
    Freight Trains

    Rail vehicles designed to transport goods and commercial cargo.

  • TP27006
    Gondola Lift / Cable Cars

    Cable-supported vehicles designed to transport passengers across elevated routes.

  • TP27007
    High-Speed Train Design

    Design excellence in aerodynamic and passenger-focused train concepts.

  • TP27008
    Passenger Trains

    Rail vehicles designed to transport passengers between destinations.

  • TP27009
    Train Interiors

    Passenger spaces, seating, and onboard features designed for trains.

  • TP27010
    Trams

    Urban rail vehicles operating along fixed street or city routes.

  • TP27000
    New Category

Enter Trains & Planes
Vehicle Accessories
  • VA27001
    Automotive Accessories

    Practical add-on products designed to enhance a vehicle’s function or convenience.

  • VA27002
    Automotive Engineering & Components

    Engineering solutions and components developed to improve vehicle performance and construction.

  • VA27003
    Automotive Lighting & Styling

    Lighting and styling solutions that enhance a vehicle’s appearance and identity.

  • VA27004
    Vehicle Interiors

    Interior layouts, materials, and features designed for comfort and functionality.

  • VA27005
    Wheels & Rims

    Wheel and rim designs balancing visual appeal, durability, and performance.

  • VA27000
    New Category

Enter Vehicle Accessories
Vehicle Technologies
  • VT27001
    Aviation & Marine Technology

    Advanced technologies developed for aircraft, boats, and marine navigation.

  • VT27002
    Connected Vehicle Systems (V2X)NEW

    Systems enabling vehicles to communicate with other vehicles, infrastructure, and road users.

  • VT27003
    EV Charging & Battery Systems

    Charging infrastructure and battery solutions supporting electric and sustainable mobility.

  • VT27004
    Intelligent Transportation Systems

    Technologies that improve traffic management, transportation efficiency, and road networks.

  • VT27005
    Navigation & Detection Systems

    Navigation, positioning, and detection technologies developed for safer, more accurate travel.

  • VT27006
    Smart Dashboards & Vehicle Connectivity

    Connected dashboards and interfaces that integrate vehicle controls, information, and mobile devices.

  • VT27007
    Vehicle Safety & Security Systems

    Technologies designed to protect vehicles, passengers, and stored information.

  • VT27008
    Vehicle Technology Accessories & Installation

    Accessories and installation solutions supporting the integration of vehicle technologies.

  • VT27000
    New Category

Enter Vehicle Technologies
Watercraft
  • WC27001
    Autonomous & Uncrewed Watercraft

    Autonomous and remotely operated vessels designed for aquatic environments.

  • WC27002
    Catamarans

    Multihull vessels designed for recreation, cruising, racing, or transportation.

  • WC27003
    Commercial & Passenger Vessels

    Large vessels developed for transporting cargo or passengers.

  • WC27004
    Electric & Hybrid Boats

    Boats powered by electric or hybrid propulsion systems.

  • WC27005
    Human-Powered Watercraft

    Manually powered watercraft designed for recreation, sport, or transportation.

  • WC27006
    Marine Interiors

    Interior spaces and features designed for boats, ships, and other vessels.

  • WC27007
    Motorboats & Performance Watercraft

    Motor-powered boats and watercraft developed for recreation, speed, or performance.

  • WC27008
    Sailing Boats & Ships

    Wind-powered boats and ships designed for recreation, racing, or travel.

  • WC27009
    Yachts

    Luxury vessels designed for private cruising, recreation, and accommodation.

  • WC27000
    New Category

Enter Watercraft

Can’t find the right fit? Each area includes a New Category option.

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Automotive & Transport

A better journey. By design.

2027 · Entry information

Your next
starting point.

Professional first entryFrom $209 USD

Early Bird rate. A $30 annual administrative fee applies per entrant.

Early Bird

Dec 9, 2026

Regular

Jan 20, 2027

Final

Feb 17, 2027

Final Extension

Mar 17, 2027
Compare all entry fees
2027 entry periods and fees in US dollars
Entry typeFees in USDEarly Bird Nov 6, 2026 – Dec 9, 2026Regular Dec 10, 2026 – Jan 20, 2027Final Jan 21, 2027 – Feb 17, 2027Final Extension Feb 18, 2027 – Mar 17, 2027
Professional first entry$209$219$239$249
Additional entry$149$159$179$189
Additional category$209$219$239$249

A $30 annual administrative fee applies per entrant. Entry fees are non-refundable.

Additional-category pricing applies when submitted with the first entry; later submissions are charged at the first-entry rate.

Work submitted must have been created within the last 5 years.

Full results announcementMay 14, 2027

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Automotive & Transport

Judging & criteria

Every detail.
Every decision.

Through blind judging, an international jury evaluates the submitted design across four criteria.

Form

Visual character, proportions, and composition.

Creativity & Innovation

Originality and the thinking behind the solution.

Finishing & Functionality

Quality, usability, safety, and execution.

Impact

The effect on people and the environment.

View Our Jury

Why enter NYA

Let your work
travel further.

Explore Winner Benefits

A dedicated
place for your design.

A winner profile brings your product, entrant details, and design story together in the NYA gallery.

An achievement
you can share.

Digital certificates, winner badges, and promotional materials help communicate your award.

More to the story
than an award.

Winner interview access offers a way to share the people, process, and decisions behind your work.

Prepare your entry

Show the whole
design story.

View Submission Requirements
BRIEF

The purpose behind it

Explain the problem, intended users, and decisions that make the design work. Keep your written description to 350 words or less.

IMAGES

From overall form to close detail

Show the vehicle or product clearly, including interiors, materials, controls, and relevant views.

SUPPORT

Make the function clear

Use drawings, a PDF, or a video link where helpful to explain movement, interaction, or development.

Before you enter

A clearer
route in.

Questions about your automotive or transportation entry?

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Who can enter the Automotive & Transportation Design Awards?

Automotive and transportation designers, manufacturers, mobility teams, design studios, independent designers, and students worldwide may enter.

Can I enter a concept or an unfinished design?

Yes. Concepts, work in progress, and completed products are eligible. Explain the project’s development stage clearly. Work submitted must have been created within the last 5 years.

Do I need to ship a vehicle or physical prototype?

No. Entries are submitted and judged online using your images, description, and supporting materials. Physical samples are not required.

Can I enter the same design in more than one subcategory?

Yes. Select each relevant subcategory when submitting. Additional-category pricing applies when submitted with your first entry; later submissions are charged at the first-entry rate.

What should I include in an automotive design entry?

Present the overall design, important details, and how the product works. Use clear images and a concise description of the purpose, design decisions, and intended users. Include supporting drawings, a PDF, or a video link where helpful.

How are entries evaluated?

An international jury evaluates entries through blind judging using Form, Creativity & Innovation, Finishing & Functionality, and Impact. See the Awards page for the judging process and award levels.

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its next destination.

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