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Art of Speed 2026 returns to MAEPS this 1–2 August

Art of Speed (AOS) returns to Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) on 1–2 August 2026, bringing a summer‑themed showcase filled with interactive activities, custom vehicle exhibitions, and the SoundCircus festival.

The event spans 452,084 square feet of indoor space and 320 acres outdoors.

Unique Exhibitions

AOS 2026 will feature several international guests, including Emi Suganuma, Michihisa “NATQQ” Shinotsuka and Shohei Murakami from MOONEYES, Wataru Kato of Liberty Walk, and Ronald Wong, Lead Designer for Hot Wheels Premium.

Among the highlights are custom motorcycles and cars such as the 1945 Harley‑Davidson KnuckleHead (Hawgholic), the 1966 Harley‑Davidson Shovelhead (Vise Clothing), along with custom builds from Bangkok and Taiwan.

Major brands will also be present, including Liberty Walk, Hot Wheels, DICE Magazine, DRUM, Touch ’n Go, Zippo, Cricket, Skillo, and Easthood.

The AOS Invitational Build-Off will feature eight custom motorcycle builders: Chaos Custom, Valley Machines, Rocketeer Custom Art, Bad Soul Cycle Custom, Mujo Joros, AR Choppers, Fazben Custom, and Sedarah MC. Winners will earn the opportunity to showcase their work at the 34th Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2026 in Japan.

Exclusive Diecast Releases

The Hot Wheels Collectors Convention Malaysia (HWCCM) returns to Hall C with a variety of interactive activities, including an Activation Zone, Hot Wheels Diorama exhibitions and competitions, a trading zone, and collector sharing sessions.

This year’s convention will introduce a limited‑edition custom Nissan Skyline GT‑R V‑Spec II (BNR34), each unit featuring a unique serial number, official Nissan licensing, and authentic Motul and Yokohama decals.

Hall C will also display a lineup of real Nissan Skyline GT‑Rs in collaboration with the Malaysia Skyline Owners Group (MSOG).

AOS will kick off with an official dinner at BoraOmbak Marina, Putrajaya, held the night before the main event.

Beyond Hot Wheels, AOS 2026 will also host exclusive diecast launches from Kyosho x MOONEYES, Tarmac Works x RWB, and Mini GT x Liberty Walk.

Additional Activities

Throughout the event, visitors can enjoy a wide range of activities, including:

  • Santai Scooterist exhibition
  • Car club gatherings
  • Lifestyle showcase in Hall D
  • Automotive Flea Market
  • Memorabilia marketplace
  • Flying Fox experience
  • Motorcycle test rides from major brands

Popular Artists to Perform

The SoundCircus Festival (SCF) will feature six stages with performances by local and international artists, including Ella x Cokelat, Sheila Majid, Disagree, and Hujan. SCF runs throughout the weekend from 3 p.m. to midnight.

Kembara Passport Offers Attractive Prizes

The iconic Kembara Passport activity is now open to all ticket holders regardless of category. Visitors only need to collect 24 stamps for a chance to win prizes worth RM80,000, including exclusive travel packages with Art of Speed.

Lucky winners stand a chance to take home:

  • A custom motorcycle from Thunder Motorcycles
  • A Vespa S 125 scooter
  • A Honda HR‑V customised by Qartel TV

Ticket Information

For a limited time, AOS 2026 is offering a weekend pass priced at RM35 for online purchases. Tickets at the counter will be sold at RM40. Children under 12 and OKU cardholders enjoy free entry.

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RM1.4 billion record sales for Malaysia Autoshow 2024

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The Malaysia Autoshow 2024 has ended its most successful edition yet – with OEMs reporting a total of RM1.4 billion potential sales; 2,620 bookings of vehicles and 13,799 sales leads gathered – marking a significant milestone for the automotive industry.

Held at the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) from May 21 to May 26, this year’s autoshow featured over 200 brands and exhibitors, spanning 50,000 square meters, offering visitors an unparalleled experience.

This year’s Malaysia Autoshow attracted 223,876 visitors, a 17% year-on-year increase. The Autoshow surpassed all previous records and set a new benchmark for future automotive events.

The show featured 47 product launches, underscoring the industry’s trust in this event as a vital platform for reaching Malaysian and regional consumers.

With interactive extended test drive routes and challenging 4×4 offroad track, customer experienced firsthand the performance and features of various auto models. A total of 6,263 test drives and rides were recorded.

Featuring a diverse range of attractions – including concept vehicles, electric and efficient ICE vehicles, autonomous driving demonstrations, modified cars, classic automobiles, campervans, and military vehicles – The Malaysia Autoshow 2024 also hosted the exchange and signing of 15 MoUs, MoAs, among industry players.

A notable highlight was the display of xEV models, which accounted for 50% of the vehicles showcased, aligning with the National Automotive Policy (NAP2020) and the New Industrial Master Plan (NIMP2030) that emphasize greener and more efficient technologies.

Throughout the event, several significant forums and summits took place, including the 50th Commemorative Malaysia-China Automotive Summit, the 13th ASIAN Automotive Environmental Forum (AAEF), the MyMAP Grand Prix Award 2024, and a Business Forum and Business Matching event.

These gatherings attracted international delegates from countries such as Australia, Belgium, England, Indonesia, Japan, China, and Korea, enriching the understanding of the evolving automotive landscape.

Reflecting on the success of Malaysia Autoshow 2024, Minister of Investment, Trade, and Industry, Tengku Datuk Seri Zafrul Tengku Abdul Aziz, remarked, “The impressive turnout and engagement at Malaysia Autoshow 2024 clearly indicate the robust interest and confidence in our automotive industry.

“As Southeast Asia’s recently anointed second-largest auto market, Malaysia has a strong foundation to propel the growth of this sector, particularly in electric vehicles, thanks to our well-established E&E sector.We are committed to supporting this growth to benefit our SMEs and workers in the automotive ecosystem. MITI looks forward to an even more exciting future Autoshow that strongly profiles not just the sector’s steady progress, but also our policy on promoting green mobility to help achieve the nation’s net zero target by 2050.”

MARii CEO, Azrul Reza Aziz expressed his gratitude, stating “It was an eventful week and a heart-warming show of support from visitors who swarmed the halls of the Malaysia Autoshow this year. I would like to express my deepest, sincerest gratitude to all sponsors, partners, exhibitors, and most importantly, our visitors for their presence at this year’s Autoshow. This support has led us to be recognized by the Malaysia Book of Records as the Largest International Autoshow.’’

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Here’s the Proton S70 R3 race car, see it at Malaysia Autoshow 2024

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Here, ladies and gentlemen, presenting the racing machine Proton S70 R3 set to compete in the Sepang 1000km (S1k) event.

If you wish to get a closer look at this Proton S70 R3, you can visit the Malaysia Autoshow 2024 at Malaysia Agro Exposition Park Serdang (MAEPS) from May 22 to 26 as it will be displayed to the public for the first time.

The S70 R3 is Proton R3’s first all-new racing car since the Saga R3 in 2019, marking the brand’s return to the S1k race. To date, Proton R3 has secured five victories, surpassing other teams, including three consecutive wins from 2017 to 2019.

Still under development, the showcased car displays the latest evolution of an aerodynamic package customized for this racing car. Two new car units will be competed by the team in this year’s S1k race.

“Proton has a long history in motorsports, starting with the original Proton Saga, and our involvement increased with the establishment of Proton R3 in 2003,” said Roslan Abdullah, Deputy CEO of Proton.

“Since then, we have competed and won in various competitions globally with models such as the Proton Satria, Waja, Suprima S, Iriz, and the latest Saga.

“Now with the Proton S70 R3, we are achieving another milestone in our legacy, not only marking the return of the Proton name to the S1K event but also introducing the first racing car based on a model co-developed by Proton and Geely,” he added.

Buyers and visitors can enhance their experience at Malaysia Autoshow 2024 with exclusive promotions and rewards from Proton during the event. Visitors making direct bookings for Proton models will receive exclusive gifts such as sunshades, toll readers, and wireless chargers for selected models.

Special promotions are also offered specifically for bookings made at Malaysia Autoshow with registration before June 30, 2024. This includes two years of free maintenance for X50, X70, and X90 models, as well as an RM500 cash voucher for S70, Saga, and Persona models.

There is also the Test Drive Lucky Spin where participants can spin the lucky wheel to win exclusive Proton merchandise after test-driving Proton models.