The 15th Annual Art of Speed Malaysia (AOS 2026) transformed the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS) into a vibrant celebration of Kustom Kulture on 1–2 August 2026. Thousands of enthusiasts from Malaysia and abroad gathered for an unforgettable weekend featuring world-class custom vehicles, international builders, exclusive collaborations, live music, art, and interactive experiences.

Marking a milestone year for the festival, AOS 2026 introduced an expanded Summer Festival concept, delivering an even more immersive programme that seamlessly blended automotive lifestyle with entertainment, creativity, and community spirit. From exclusive vehicle unveilings and international showcases to SoundCircus Festival performances and family-friendly attractions, the event once again reinforced its position as Malaysia’s premier Kustom Kulture festival.

International Guests and VIPs

1. Emi Suganuma,  Michihisa “NATQQ” Shinotsuka & Sohei Murakami from MOONEYES, Japan
2. Wataru Kato from Liberty Walk, Japan
3. Yokomizo Gaku from Hawgholic, Japan
4. Yoshiki Okubo from Vise Clothing, Japan
5. Mark Kirkland  from DicE Magazine, USA
6. Ronald Wong, USA – Lead Product Designer for the Hot Wheels Premium line
7. Shigeki Isaka (Japan) & Ho Shu Yu (Taiwan) representing Banzai Racing
8. Kiyotaka Fukuda from Boo Pinstriping, Japan
9. Keiji Takada from Jetwrench ArtStudio, Japan
10. Ise & James from Vibes magazine, Japan
11. Kozo Yoshida from Garage Yoshida, Japan
12. Doston Mahmudov from Garage Defend, Japan
13. Russell “MOW” Murchie, Australia
14. Choppajoop, Singapore
15. SixtySick Paintlab, Indonesia (a collective group of 20 pinstripe artists)
16. Fahmi Freeflow, Indonesia
17. Mill Art, Indonesia
18. Irvine Jasta, Indonesia
19. Bangkok Hot Rod Show, Thailand
20. Kustomanila, Philippines
21. Borneo Kustom Show, Brunei
22. Kustomfest, Indonesia
23. Cherrybomb Pin Up Parlour, Singapore
24. The Wicked Wallop, Singapore
25. Sunset Ride, Indonesia
26. BBQ Ride, Indonesia
27. Carcult, Thailand

International Highlights

AOS 2026 showcased an extraordinary line-up of custom motorcycles and cars, giving visitors an up-close look at some of the finest builds from across the region. Highlights included a rare 1945 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead from Japan’s Hawgholic and a 1966 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead from Vise Clothing. The festival also featured a special exhibition of exceptional custom cars from Bangkok, Thailand and Taiwan, alongside the highly anticipated appearance of Liberty Walk (LBWK) from Japan, making it one of the standout attractions of AOS 2026.

SoundCircus Festival Takes Centre Stage

SoundCircus Festival (SCF) 2026 transformed MAEPS into a vibrant live music destination, with six stages spread across the indoor and outdoor festival grounds. Festivalgoers enjoyed an electrifying line-up featuring Ella x Cokelat, Jemput Dengar featuring Sheila Majid, Nadin Amizah, Disagree, Johnny Pandora, Dannqrack & Eemrun, Hari Slatan, the 20th anniversary celebration of Hujan, and the 30th anniversary of Asian Hardcore.

Adding to the excitement, AOS 2026 introduced Asia’s first Flying Fox above a live concert audience, allowing guests to soar across the SoundCircus Pentas 16 Stage for a truly unforgettable festival experience. The festival concluded on a high note, reaffirming SoundCircus as one of Malaysia’s premier live music experiences.

Supporting Malaysia’s Creative Future

Art of Speed 2026 also received support from the Ministry of Communications through MyCreative Ventures (MyCreative) under the Concert and Events in Malaysia Incentive (CEMI) programme. The incentive supports the organisation of international-calibre concerts and events and played a key role in the successful staging of SoundCircus Festival 2026, enabling the festival to deliver an even more ambitious programme of live music, performances, and creative experiences. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to strengthening Malaysia’s creative economy while elevating the country’s reputation as a destination for world-class cultural and entertainment events.

The Ultimate Builder Showdown

The return of the Art of Speed Invitational Bike Build-Off brought together eight talented builders, each showcasing exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation. Following a closely contested competition, Mujo Joros was crowned both the Overall Jury Winner and the Public Choice Winner with their outstanding GPX Gentleman 200, earning unanimous recognition from both the judging panel and visitors. Mujo Joros received a RM15,000 cash prize as the Overall Jury Winner and a RM5,000 cash prize as the Public Choice Winner.

Hot Wheels Take the Spotlight

The 4th Official Hot Wheels Collectors Convention Malaysia (HWCCM) once again brought together collectors and enthusiasts at Hall C for one of the festival’s most anticipated attractions. Visitors enjoyed an immersive Hot Wheels experience featuring interactive activities, collector exhibitions, community sessions, and a vibrant marketplace.

A major highlight was the release of the HWCCM 2026 Exclusive Custom Nissan Skyline GT-R V·Spec II (BNR34), complete with a unique serial number, official Nissan licensing, and authentic Motul and Yokohama decals. The convention also welcomed Hot Wheels Premium Lead Product Designer Ronald Wong as a special guest, while Hall C featured a curated display of Nissan Skyline GT-Rs by the Malaysia Skyline Owners Group (MSOG), celebrating the launch of the exclusive collector model.

Expanding the AOS Experience

AOS 2026 continued to evolve beyond automotive culture through a series of new collaborations and community-driven experiences. The festival introduced ten new partnerships with global and local brands, including Liberty Walk, Hot Wheels, DicE Magazine, Xocks, DRUM, Touch ‘n Go, Zippo, Cricket, Skillo, and Easthood, further strengthening its position as a regional Kustom Kulture hub.

Visitors also enjoyed a special collaboration with Astro Shaw promoting the film “Terbang”, featuring the movie’s hero vehicle and exclusive meet-and-greet sessions.

Complementing the festival atmosphere were a variety of lifestyle attractions, including the Santai Scooterist & Car Club Gathering, a dedicated Kids Recreation Zone, and the KL Orbits cycling gathering and competition, offering engaging experiences for visitors of all ages.

Exclusive Attractions Across the Festival

Beyond the headline attractions, AOS 2026 delivered a diverse range of exclusive experiences throughout the festival grounds. Visitors had the opportunity to purchase event-exclusive diecast models from Kyosho × MOONEYES, Tarmac Works × RWB, and Mini GT × Liberty Walk, while Hall A showcased themed exhibitions including Chopper Paradise in collaboration with DicE Magazine, Pick-Up Line, and an international display of modified vehicles from Thailand.

Hall D celebrated lifestyle and creative subcultures with Gravel Travel, a custom bicycle Show & Shine competition, Kulture Kartel featuring vintage fashion, streetwear, B-Boy competitions, and a rap battle, alongside an exclusive fashion presentation by Sunburst Tribe, ensuring there was something for enthusiasts of every generation.

A Complete Festival Experience

Complementing the festival’s automotive and music highlights, AOS 2026 featured a diverse range of lifestyle, leisure, and interactive experiences for visitors of all ages. Festivalgoers enjoyed an outdoor food court, the popular Payung Kopi café, and live entertainment by the Backdoor SoundSystem Collective, while automotive enthusiasts explored the Automotive Flea Market and Collectible Alley in Hall C for rare parts, diecast models, and memorabilia. Visitors also experienced motorcycle test rides from leading brands, product launches, sponsor activations, and complimentary product sampling, ensuring there was something to discover throughout the weekend.

Kembara Passport Rewards Adventure

The return of the AOS 2026 Kembara Passport once again proved to be one of the festival’s most engaging visitor activities, rewarding participants with an exciting lineup of prizes worth over RM80,000. Throughout the weekend, ticket holders completed interactive challenges at participating corporate and sponsor booths in pursuit of exclusive prizes, including the grand prizes of a custom Thunder Motorcycles 250 and a specially modified Honda HR-V MK1 Japan Edition.

Congratulations to Tan Kok Leong (DJI Action Camera), Ariana (Thailand Bike Week trip with Art of Speed Malaysia), Muhammad Hazrul bin Jamalludin (Vespa S 125), Nurul Nizam bin Mohamed (DJI Osmo Camera), Nur Hakimah Binti Ramli (trip to a music festival in Jakarta), Muhammad Bin Mat Yasin (trip to the BBQ Ride in Bandung), Arsh Rafayed Bin Muhamad Izzatul Firdaus (custom Thunder Motorcycles 250), and Amirul Fitri Bin Sharif (Honda HR-V MK1 Japan Edition) on their well-deserved wins.

Discovering Selangor Through Motoring

In conjunction with AOS 2026, Tourism Selangor launched Tourscape @ Selangor, an initiative that connects automotive passion with travel and tourism. Through its Road Trip Fun Maps, visitors are encouraged to explore all 12 districts of Selangor by car or motorcycle while discovering the state’s attractions, culture, gastronomy, and authentic local experiences.

The launch ceremony was officiated by Dato’ Seri Amirudin Shari, Menteri Besar of Selangor, together with Dato’ Ng Suee Lim, Selangor State Executive Council Member for Local Government and Tourism, and Ms. Chua Yee Ling, Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Selangor. They also took the opportunity to tour the many attractions at AOS 2026, reaffirming their support for strengthening tourism, the creative economy, and automotive culture through internationally recognised festivals such as Art of Speed.

Driving Kustom Kulture Forward

Reflecting on the success of AOS 2026, Festival Director Asep Ahmad Iskandar said the festival’s growing international presence was the result of years of building meaningful relationships within the global Kustom Kulture community, particularly across Southeast Asia. He noted that Art of Speed has earned the trust and support of internationally renowned brands and builders from around the world, while remaining committed to nurturing Malaysia’s custom automotive scene and strengthening the regional Kustom Kulture movement.

“The international support we have received is a reflection of what Art of Speed has built over the years—not just as an event, but as a platform that connects builders, brands, artists, and enthusiasts from around the world. As we continue to grow, our mission remains the same: to celebrate creativity, support our local community, and showcase Malaysia as a leading destination for Kustom Kulture in the region,” he said.

Champions Beyond Borders
The Best of Show Automobile winner received a trip to attend the 34th Annual MOONEYES Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2026 in Japan. Meanwhile, the Best of Show Motorcycle winners were each awarded a commemorative plaque in recognition of their exceptional craftsmanship.

AOS SPECIAL AWARD

1.   BEST OF SHOW AUTOMOBILE
Winner  :   SHAUN JONATHAN PINTO
Model   :   1957 356 Speedster Replica

2.  BEST OF SHOW MOTORCYCLE
Winners : THE BANGKOK  BOYS (THANOPORN, APRIL BOYS AND FREESTYLE CUSTOM)

List of AOS2026 winners:

1. BEST MARKETPLACE
   Winner :  VESPA

2. BEST DISPLAY CAR
   Winner :  MITSUBISHI L200 CYCLONE – KOOKZA LEADERSHIP CUSTOM

3. BEST DISPLAY MOTORCYCLE
   Winner :  HILLS ANGELS

Invited Guest Pick

1. MOONEYES PICK
   Winner :  LEFTGEKUHT VOLKSWAGEN (EJ 3859)

2. ABAH & SONS PICK
   Winner :  JONTOE CYCLE WORKS

3. BACK WHEEL BITCHES PICK
   Winner :  RAJA NAQIUDDIN (A490A) GX71 CRESSIDA

4. BANGKOK HOT ROD CUSTOM SHOW PICK
   Winner :   ADIPATI BERTIGA

5. BBQ RIDE PICK
   Winner :   ADIPATI BERTIGA

6. BOO PINSTRIPING PICK
   Winner :   ADIPATI BERTIGA

7. BORNEO KUSTOM SHOW PICK
   Winner :  SHAUN JONATHAN PINTO – 1957 356 Speedster Replica

8. BANZAI RACING EQUIPMENT PICK
   Winner :   DATSUN PICKUP SANITORA

9. CARCULT PICK
   Winner :  S MAIKEL MOTORS SDN BHD (FH8511)

10. CHOPPA JOOP PICK
    Winner :  CAPT CHUA (PX5560)

11. DicE MAGAZINE PICK
    Winner :   AZHAR ST GAMBLER (PE7665)

12. FREEFLOW  PICK
    Winner :  MITSUBISHI L200 CYCLONE – KOOKZA LEADERSHIP CUSTOM THAILAND

13. HAWGHOLIC  PICK
    Winner :   AZHAR ST GAMBLER (PE7665)

14. IMPACT SPEED FEST PICK
    Winner :  ROUGH WORLD (RAUH-WELT BEGRIFF)

15. INFINITE PICK
    Winner :   LIBERTY WALK (NISSAN SKYLINE)

16. JETWRENCH PICK
    Winner :  ADIPATI BERTIGA

17. JOEY THAI TEAM PICK
    Winner :   NESTER BOBBY FUGO (WV6583)

18. KUSTOM MANILA PICK
    Winner :  OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)

19. KUSTOMFEST PICK
    Winner : OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)

20. LIBERTY WALK PICK
    Winner :  ROYAL ENFIELD BOOTH

21. RONALD WONG PICK
    Winner :   OGBC MOTOSPORT AKA99

22. SIMON GARAGE CHINA  PICK
    Winner :  NISSAN HAKOSUKA KPGC10 IMPACT SPEED THAILAND

23. SUZZY HELMET PICK
    Winner : AZHAR ST GAMBLER (PE 7665)

24. VIBES MAGAZINE PICK
    Winner :   KABUTO

25. VISE CLOTHING PICK
    Winner :   8BU 1952 (THANAPORN)

26. WICKED WALLOP PICK
    Winner :   SYUKRI YUNUS (SY1984)

27. SIXTYSICK PAINTLAB
    Winner :   DANISH HAFIZ VAG5100

Partner Pick

1. BELLO PICK
   Winner :   70 MOTORSPORT (NISSAN SKYLINE GTR-34, VLW 70)

2. BLOKEES PICK
   Winner : LIBERTY WALK (NISSAN SKYLINE GTR34)

3. DURIAN BIKERS PICK
   Winner : AINI AJIB (XMAX 440CC TURBO CHARGED)

4. EXN PICK
   Winner : SPEEDY GT402

5. HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF MALAYSIA PICK
   Winner :  NAGID MUSTAFA (JUU 9913)

6. HAUSBOOM PICK
   Winner : PERFORMANCE HAUZ (NY 97)

7. HOT WHEELS PICK
   Winner :  OGBC MOTORSPORT (AKA 99)

8. IGL PICK
   Winner : NESTER BABY FUEGO (WV 6583)

9. KOPI SAIGON PICK
   Winner :  AQID ANAQY B NOR AZMI (BRN 74)

10. KYOSHO PICK
    Winner : WHITE EK9 (QARTEL)

11. LAMBRETTA PICK
    Winner :  MOHD NASIR B MAHMOD (NB 7405)

12. PETRONAS PICK
    Winner : MOHD SYAHRIL B JAMALUDDIN (WDE 283)

13. QARTEL TV PICK
    Winner :  AINI AJIB (XMAX 440CC TURBO CHARGED)

14. ROYAL ENFIELD PICK
    Winner : OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)

15. SUPER SUNDAY PICK
    Winner : SHAUN JONATHAN PINTO – 1957 356 Speedster Replica

16. TARMAC PICK
    Winner :  MR. HO DATSUN BLUEBIRD 510 KPGC (2356-V9)

17. THUNDER MOTORCYCLE PICK
    Winner : ADIPATI BERTIGA

18. TOURISM SELANGOR PICK
    Winner :  SATREN DE SILVA (ABY 1293)

19. TRIUMPH PICK
    Winner :  AZBEDER90S TRIUMPH T21

20. VESPA PICK
    Winner :   SCOMADNESS MOTORWORKS (RAK 5006)

AOS206 Show & Shine winners

BICYCLES CATEGORY

1.   BEST OF OPEN LOWRIDE
Winner :  LIL JEFE X DOUBLE DICE CREW

2.   BEST OF GRAVEL TRAVEL BIKE – (HIGHLIGHTS)
Winner : THE PIPE DREAM ALICE

3.   BEST OF FABRICATION
 Winner :  MOHD UBAIDULLAH (MARVALLA 084)

4.   BEST PAINT
 Winner :  GT 1981 OUTPOST – MOHD ZULFAHMIE

5.   BEST LIVERY DESIGN
Winner :  JEFRRY – STRIKE BY FABIO CAVILI

AUTOMOBILE

1. BEST OF CLASSIC EURO
   Winner :   BMW E38 – QARTEL
2. BEST OF MODERN EURO
   Winner : PORSCHE RWB 997 – YIPYEET
3. BEST OF USA
   Winner :  FORD MUSTANG – 70 MOTORSPORT
4. BEST OF JDM PRE 2000
   Winner :  NISSAN SKYLINE KG110 KENMERI – MR LONGLAM
5. BEST OF JDM ABOVE 2000
   Winner :  NISSAN SKYLINE R34 GTR – AZMAWIE YASIN
6. BEST OF NATIONAL HEROES
   Winner : PROTON WIRA RALLY CONCEPT – SAIFUL
7. BEST OF RADIKAL
   Winner :  GBK SILHOUETTE MERCEDES W123 – BWB
8. BEST OF VW AIR-COOLED
   Winner :  VW BEETLE RWB – TANJIA SEAN
9. BEST OF RAT LOOK
   Winner :  CHEVROLET 3100 – JOEY
10. BEST OF RACE CAR
    Winner :  DATSUN 510 COUPE RACECAR – WADI FAROIB AUTOSPORT
11. BEST OF ADVENTURE
    Winner :   BTB TOYOTA LANDCRUISER II –  BY THE BILLION
12. BEST OF PICKUP LINE – (HIGHLIGHTS)
    Winner : MITSHUBISHI L200 CYCLONE – KOOKZA LEADERSHIP CUSTOM

1. BEST OF WAGON
   Winner :   TOYOTA KE36 – FAROIB AUTOSPORT
2. BEST OF VAN
   Winner :  TOYOTA HIACE COMMUTER – MUHAMMAD NUR FIQRI
3. BEST OF STANCE
   Winner :  MINI COOPER – MUHAMMAD AKIF
4. BEST OF K CAR
   Winner :   PAJERO MINI – MOHD HELMI
5. BEST OF OPEN CLASS
   Winner :  1957 356 Speedster Replica
6. BEST OF WILD COLOUR
   Winner :   NISSAN SKYLINE R34 GTR – AZMAWIE YASIN
7. BEST INTERIOR
   Winner :  VW BEETLE – DEMICA
8. BEST ENGINE BAY
   Winner :  DODGE CHARGER
9. BEST RIM SET
   Winner :   LAMBORGHINI AVENTADOR – REY GENJI
10. BEST LOWERED
    Winner :   1957 356 Speedster Replica
11. BEST LIFTED
    Winner :  FORD RANGER – IGL
12. BEST LIVERY DESIGN
    Winner :  MINI COOPER LEICA – ANDREW LAU
13. BEST OF ENGINEERING
    Winner : SAMING – KK GARAGE
14. BEST OF FABRICATION
    Winner :  NIL
15. BEST PAINT
    Winner :  FORD MUSTANG – 70 MOTORSPORT

MOTORCYCLE

1. BEST OF CHOPPER PARADISE ABOVE 401CC – (HIGHLIGHTS)
   Winner :  DANISH HAFIZ (VAG 5100)
2. BEST OF CHOPPER PARADISE BELOW 400CC – HIGHLIGHTS)
   Winner :  JONTOE CYCLE WORKS
3. BEST OF CAFE RACER ABOVE 401CC
   Winner :  JD 23 (NORTON DOMIRACER)
4. BEST OF JAP STYLE & TRACKER ABOVE 401CC
   Winner :  MACR         
5. BEST OF JAP STYLE & TRACKER BELOW 400CC
   Winner : JONTOE CYCLE WORKS
6. BEST OF MODERN HARLEY-DAVIDSON 
   Winner :  PERFORMANCE HOUSE (MONARCH) NY97
7. BEST OF CLASSIC HARLEY-DAVIDSON 
   Winner : BANGMAN (DJ270) 1981 ELECTRA GLIDE
8. BEST OF CLASSIC SCOOTER
   Winner :   ACHONG (ROSAX CARBON)
9. BEST OF MODERN SCOOTER
   Winner : MOHD NAJIB (44 MOTOR) (5XK 8608)

1. BEST OF RETRO JAPANESE
   Winner :  HAIR JOHARI (PAP 2360)
2. BEST OF ALL MAKES MODERN BIKE
   Winner :  MOHD RAHMAT (PQT 4606)
3. BEST OF CLASSIC CONTINENTAL
   Winner : AZBEDER 90S
4. BEST OF ENGINEERING    
   Winner : PERFORMANCE HOUSE (MONARCH) (NY97)
5. BEST OF FABRICATION     
   Winner : OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)
6. BEST TANK DESIGN
   Winner : RACHUN MOTORCLUBS
7. BEST PAINT
   Winner :  SCOMADNESS MOTORWORKS (RAK 5006)
8. BEST LIVERY DESIGN
   Winner : MOHD NAJIB (44 MOTOR) (JXK 8608)
9. BEST OPEN CLASS
   Winner :  OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)

For more information about this event, please visit www.artofspeedmy.com or www.facebook.com/ArtOfSpeedMY/