International Historic Motoring Awards Unveil 2026 List
Finalists across several prestige categories have been selected ahead of the upcoming ceremony in London.
Updated on Oct. 15, 2026 in Car Culture
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The International Historic Motoring Awards has released its 2026 finalist list, featuring major industry events and historic vehicle restorations. Winners will be announced during a ceremony in London later this year.
Why it matters
The awards highlight excellence in preserving automotive heritage and the global contributions of individuals and organizations to the hobby. These honors recognize achievements that maintain the historical significance of classic vehicles and racing traditions.
Finalists include notable historical subjects such as the 1935 Duesenberg Special Speedster SSJ and the 1954 Ferrari 375 America Vignale Cabriolet. The field also features Mark Brinker's 4-volume history spanning 1,750 pages.
The players
Rob Manson
He is a finalist for Personal Achievement of the Year who resides in Carmel Valley.
Manvendra Singh
He is a recognized finalist for the Personal Achievement of the Year award.
Gordon Murray Special Vehicles
The company is a finalist in the Bespoke Car of the Year category for its S1 model.
The details
The competition recognizes leaders in categories ranging from motorsports events to bespoke car manufacturing. Notable finalists include the Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance and the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion, alongside automotive historians and collectors.
Timeline
The Sunbeam 1000hp set a speed record of 200 mph in 1927.
The historic Pebble Beach Road Race occurred between 1950 and 1956.
The Concours d'Elegance received an award in 2024.
The Reunion won Motorsports Event of the Year in 2025.
Winners will be announced in London on November 13, 2026.
Roadmap
These awards track the ongoing evolution of the collector car market and the professionalization of historic racing events. By highlighting top-tier restorations and events, the awards show how the industry preserves legacy brands against modern market pressures.
For enthusiasts and collectors, these finalists represent the gold standard for vehicle restoration and event quality. Monitoring these winners helps buyers and attendees identify top-tier vendors, restoration shops, and must-visit events for their own collections.
The takeaway
The awards underscore the importance of meticulous historical documentation and professional restoration in the classic car hobby. Enthusiasts can apply these standards of rigor to their own projects by prioritizing original research and authentic materials.
What happens next
The official award ceremony is scheduled to take place in London on November 13, 2026, where the final winners for each category will be declared.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Monterey County NOW.
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