November 13, 2025
The event honored winners across 25 categories, celebrating the achievements that have shaped the automotive sector in Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. Jeddah, Saudi Arabia — November 2025: The organizing committee of the National Auto Award in Saudi Arabia announced the winners of its 13th edition for 2025 across 25 categories, with strong anticipation from automotive enthusiasts and industry professionals. The honorees on the final list were selected from more than 600 nominated models and categories, evaluated by a specialized jury of experts. The winners were revealed during a grand awards ceremony held recently in Jeddah, under the patronage of the “Saudi Arabian Motorsport Federation”, with the support of the “National Committee for Car Dealers”, the strategic sponsorship from “J-B Finance”, and “Valvoline by Aramco” as the Official Lubricant Partner. The event was attended by distinguished automotive experts, brand representatives, and enthusiasts from across Saudi Arabia and the Middle East. Commenting on the occasion, Walid Karanouh, Executive Director of the National Auto Award, said: “The National Auto Award has become one of the region’s most credible and recognized automotive platforms, celebrating innovation, excellence, and dedication across the industry. Over 13 years, it has grown to reflect the pulse of the automotive world in Saudi Arabia and beyond, honoring brands and individuals who continue to drive the sector forward.” Among the distinguished winners, the “Saudi Japanese Automobile High Institute” received the Best CSR Initiative award, in recognition of its valuable initiatives that empower Saudi youth and enhance their participation in the automotive services sector. “Almajdouie Motors” won the "Best Automotive Distributor award for its long-standing contributions to enriching the market with reliable models over the past four decades, reaffirming its leadership by introducing multiple brands and expanding its investments in the sector. “Faisal Sultan, President of Lucid Middle East” — a company majority owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) — was named Automotive Man of the Year for his outstanding efforts and Lucid’s role in advancing sustainable mobility in the Kingdom. “Petromin Corporation” received multiple awards, including the Best International Achievement award, presented to its Group CEO, Kalyana Sivagnanam, for his exceptional leadership in guiding the company toward global expansion and increased investments in mobility solutions. “Nissan Magnite” , presented by “Nissan Saudi Arabia” , won Best Youth Car, recognizing the model’s design, innovation, and strong appeal among young drivers. In addition, five new categories were introduced in this year’s edition to reflect the evolving landscape of the automotive industry, including international achievements in after-sales, marketing, and motorsports, with a particular focus on Saudi champions’ accomplishments in Formula E and other international events. Prominent media platform “Motory” took home the Best Automotive Media Platform award for its contributions to automotive journalism and public engagement, reaffirming its position as one of the leading automotive platforms in the Kingdom. Concluding the ceremony, Walid Karanouh added: “Every year, the award grows in influence and scope. As we look ahead, we expect greater engagement and innovation across the industry, particularly in the new energy vehicles segment.” According to GlobeNewswire, Saudi Arabia’s automotive market is valued at USD 21.70 billion in 2025 and is projected to reach USD 74.74 billion by 2032, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.13%. The sector continues to thrive under Vision 2030, driven by government initiatives, economic diversification, and substantial investments in local manufacturing and sustainable transportation — including significant partnerships with global automakers such as Lucid Motors and Hyundai. All award results are available on the official website: https://www.instagram.com/nationalautoaward/ ---- For media inquiries: Abdulrahman Rammal – Media Relations Manager, PR Arabia Mobile: +966 50 842 1187 Email: abd.rammal@prarabia.me