Women's Worldwide Car Of The Year (WWCOTY)

🌟 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐢𝐚 𝐄𝐕𝟗 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 🏆 Three jury members of #WWCOTY traveled to #Korea to present the Supreme Award 2024 to Kia Worldwide for the #KiaEV9. 🚗✨ The esteemed judges – Shereen Shabnam (UAE), Nicole Wakelin (USA), and Sandy Myhre (NZ) – awarded the trophy to Mr. Teckkoun Kim, Head of Kia Design Next Group, at the Busan International Mobility Show. 💬 𝙈𝙧. 𝙆𝙞𝙢 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙: “It gives another twist to customers when jurors like you recognize the EV9 because you are the experts and you know which EV or vehicle works for the consumer experience.” 💬 Marta García (Executive President): “I would like to congratulate Kia on this incredible achievement. The KIA EV9 is a model that represents the best of today's automotive industry and we are confident that being recognised with WWCOTY's top award will contribute to increasing its impact on the global market.“ The journey was highlighted by engaging interviews across Kia's social media platforms and an exclusive TV feature with Michael Choo of Kia Brand Communications. 🌐🎥 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨: ➡ Sandy Myhre - Honorary President: Discussed the history of the awards and emphasized the rigorous process of the voting system, noting that the EV9 was a clear winner for 2024. ➡ Shereen Shabnam: Emphasized the unique design aspects like the lowered hipline for better visibility and the distinctive 'star' cluster headlights. ➡ Nicole Wakelin: Discussed the innovative wheel design that adds a sporty, geometric aesthetic to the EV9. 🌍 𝙒𝙖𝙩𝙘𝙝 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚: Stay tuned for our collaborative promotional video with Bloomberg Media, featuring behind-the-scenes insights and interviews! #Automotive #Innovation #Design #Sustainability #WomenInAutomotive  Kia America Kia Argentina Kia Australia Pty Ltd Kia Canada Kia Chile Kia Europe Kia India Kia Perú Kia South Africa Kia UAE Kia UK Limited Kia España Eduardo Dívar Alexandre Papapetropoulos Benedict Abrahamsberg Carlos Lahoz Daniel Sayles David Hilbert Hyojung Jung Jochen Paesen Kyungmi L. Pablo Martinez Masip Rishaad Sacoor Seoin Chang Sjoerd Knipping Sun Wook Hwang Tammy Jennifer Haines Yongkuk Kim Kwang Hyuk Kim

🙏 Thank you Jose Carlos De Mier & Que Auto Compro for this coverage ! El jurado del Women's Worldwide Car of the Year viaja a Corea para la entrega del Mejor Auto del Mundo al Kia EV9 – QueAutoCompro #WWCOTY travels to #Korea for the award of the World's Best Car to the #KiaEV9 Marta García Sandy Myhre Nicole Wakelin Shereen Shabnam Kia Worldwide Kia España Kia México Kia Argentina Kia Chile KIA Motors do Brasil Kia Perú Kia Bolivia Kia Colombia KIA Guatemala Kia Ecuador Kia Uruguay Kia Costa Rica KIA Panama KIA Nicaragua https://lnkd.in/esn7R4si

🇧🇦🚗 𝗔 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗪𝗪𝗖𝗢𝗧𝗬 𝗷𝘂𝗿𝘆 - 𝗕𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗺𝗮 𝗦𝘃𝗿𝗮𝗸𝗮, 𝗮 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗯𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗲𝗿 𝗶𝗻 𝗕𝗼𝘀𝗻𝗶𝗮 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗲𝗿𝘇𝗲𝗴𝗼𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗮'𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁 🏁 We are delighted to welcome Besima Svraka to the #WWCOTY jury, now encompassing judges from 5️⃣4️⃣ countries. 🌍 🔗 Besima Svraka, from FBL magazine, is pioneering a new era in motoring journalism in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Despite limited opportunities for women in the field, she has created a pivotal section in her magazine titled "FBL Drivers – Women Behind the Wheel." This initiative challenges stereotypes and empowers women, shifting perceptions about women drivers with the motto, "It's time for a perspective shift." 🗨 "I am excited about the opportunity to be part of this significant team of women," says Besima, committed to breaking down biases and inspiring women across the globe. FBL magazine has been a significant part of the Bosnian and Herzegovinian lifestyle landscape for over a decade, known for its engaging and thought-provoking content that resonates with a wide readership. 🇧🇦 About Bosnia and Herzegovina: The country's automotive scene is evolving, with a strong market for used vehicles and a growing interest in SUVs and electric cars. Despite economic challenges, there is a robust enthusiasm for German brands known for their reliability and prestige. As infrastructure develops, especially in urban centers, the country is also becoming a strategic transit point in regional automotive trade. 🏁 Besima’s addition to WWCOTY not only highlights her exceptional contributions to automotive journalism but also strengthens our mission towards diversity, expertise, and positive change in the automotive world. Welcome aboard, Besima! 🎉 #BosniaAndHerzegovina #Europe #BesimaSvraka #CarJournalism #FemaleEmpowerment #GenderEquality #Automotive #WomenInAutomotive #WeAreWWCOTY #NewJuror Newspress Marta García Tina Vujanović

Our judge Isabel Del Angel - Mexico presented the Woman of Worth Award to Luciana Herrmann, Director of Communications for Nissan Latin America. 🌟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 🤩 #WomanOfWorth #WOW #Automotive #WomenInAutomotive #Diversity #Inclusion #Nissan #WWCOTY #Inspiration Nissan Motor Corporation

🇺🇸 Meeting of the United States and Belgium 🇧🇪 in Italy at the #1000Miglia! 🇮🇹 During this legendary race, our #WWCOTY members Eileen Falkenberg-Hull and Sabrina Parant finally got together. 🌍🚗 What better place than the heart of #Italy, surrounded by dream cars, to share our common passion? 🙌 The 1000 Miglia is more than just a race; it's a celebration of history, elegance, and adrenaline. This year was even more special because of this international and friendly encounter. ❤️ Thanks to Lancia and Mercedes-Benz AG Classic Team for making this moment possible. 😍 #WeAreWWCOTY #Meeting #Passion #Inspiration #CarLovers #ClassicCars #FriendsAndCars #LadiesDrive Silvia Cassani

🌟 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝𝐰𝐢𝐝𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐊𝐢𝐚 𝐄𝐕𝟗 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 🏆 Three jury members of #WWCOTY traveled to #Korea to present the Supreme Award 2024 to Kia Worldwide for the #KiaEV9. 🚗✨ The esteemed judges – Shereen Shabnam (UAE), Nicole Wakelin (USA), and Sandy Myhre (NZ) – awarded the trophy to Mr. Teckkoun Kim, Head of Kia Design Next Group, at the Busan International Mobility Show. 💬 𝙈𝙧. 𝙆𝙞𝙢 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙙: “It gives another twist to customers when jurors like you recognize the EV9 because you are the experts and you know which EV or vehicle works for the consumer experience.” 💬 Marta García (Executive President): “I would like to congratulate Kia on this incredible achievement. The KIA EV9 is a model that represents the best of today's automotive industry and we are confident that being recognised with WWCOTY's top award will contribute to increasing its impact on the global market.“ The journey was highlighted by engaging interviews across Kia's social media platforms and an exclusive TV feature with Michael Choo of Kia Brand Communications. 🌐🎥 𝙄𝙣𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙨 𝙛𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨: ➡ Sandy Myhre - Honorary President: Discussed the history of the awards and emphasized the rigorous process of the voting system, noting that the EV9 was a clear winner for 2024. ➡ Shereen Shabnam: Emphasized the unique design aspects like the lowered hipline for better visibility and the distinctive 'star' cluster headlights. ➡ Nicole Wakelin: Discussed the innovative wheel design that adds a sporty, geometric aesthetic to the EV9. 🌍 𝙒𝙖𝙩𝙘𝙝 𝙤𝙪𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙢𝙤𝙧𝙚: Stay tuned for our collaborative promotional video with Bloomberg Media, featuring behind-the-scenes insights and interviews! #Automotive #Innovation #Design #Sustainability #WomenInAutomotive  Kia America Kia Argentina Kia Australia Pty Ltd Kia Canada Kia Chile Kia Europe Kia India Kia Perú Kia South Africa Kia UAE Kia UK Limited Kia España Eduardo Dívar Alexandre Papapetropoulos Benedict Abrahamsberg Carlos Lahoz Daniel Sayles David Hilbert Hyojung Jung Jochen Paesen Kyungmi L. Pablo Martinez Masip Rishaad Sacoor Seoin Chang Sjoerd Knipping Sun Wook Hwang Tammy Jennifer Haines Yongkuk Kim Kwang Hyuk Kim

🚗🌍 #𝐖𝐖𝐂𝐎𝐓𝐘 𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬' 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟒𝐭𝐡 𝐛𝐲 𝐝𝐫𝐚𝐰𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬’ 𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐛𝐞𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐨𝐫 🌍🚗 Did you know that 78% of women drivers consider aggression on the roads a serious problem? 🔺 Main concerns of women drivers: · Aggressive drivers (22%) · Accidents (20%) · Driving in reduced visibility (20%) · Skidding (13%) · Collisions with animals (9%) 📊 A survey conducted with 1,485 women around the world revealed these major concerns and their frequency: · 55% of women encounter road aggression sporadically. · 25% encounter it daily. · 20% several times a week. 👉 Proposed measures against road aggression: · Strict penalties for aggressive behavior · Psychological therapy programs · Training for future drivers · Prevention campaigns 🎙️ Sabina Kvášová, editor-in-chief of #Zenavaute, led this survey and highlights the importance of understanding how women feel and behave behind the wheel to improve road safety. 💬 Marta García, executive president of Women's Worldwide Car Of The Year (WWCOTY), states: "Today, we celebrate the freedom and independence that driving brings to millions of women worldwide. Let’s continue to advocate for safe, equal, and sustainable mobility for all." 💪 Together, we can create safer roads! #IWDD #WomenInAutomotive #WomenBehindtheWheel #GenderEquity #EmbraceEquality #Diversity #Safety #Press #UNWomen #NoExcuse Newspress UN Women UN Women Asia and the Pacific UN Women UK ONU Femmes France UN Women Europe and Central Asia

🇨🇦🚗 𝗔 𝗻𝗲𝘄 𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 #𝗪𝗪𝗖𝗢𝗧𝗬 𝗷𝘂𝗿𝘆 - 𝗖𝗮𝗻𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗼 𝗷𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁 𝗣𝗲𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗮 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗲 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗽𝗮𝗻𝗲𝗹 🌟 We are thrilled to welcome Petrina Gentile to our global jury, now comprising 7️⃣7️⃣ judges from 5️⃣3️⃣ countries. 🌍 🔗 Petrina is an award-winning journalist who has significantly impacted the Canadian and international automotive journalism landscape. She was one of the entrepreneurs behind the Canadian TV show "Car Business," which she produced for 18 seasons. Since 2004, she has been a prominent figure in the Globe and Mail’s Globe Drive section, where she continues to write insightful articles each month. Petrina also appears on several #TV and #radio channels, including CTV News Channel, BNN Bloomberg, CHCH TV, and Newstalk 1010, covering the latest trends in the automotive industry. 🌟 Petrina’s addition to WWCOTY not only highlights her exceptional contributions to automotive journalism but also strengthens our collective mission towards diversity, expertise, and driving positive change in the automotive world. Her extensive experience and passion for motoring will undoubtedly enrich our panel. 🇨🇦 About Canada: While Canada moves towards electric vehicles at a slower pace compared to other nations, there is a growing trend towards EVs, big SUVs, and trucks. With significant investments in EV and battery plants in #Ontario by major automakers like #VW, #Stellantis, and #Honda, the future of Canadian automotive is poised for exciting developments. Welcome aboard, Petrina! 🎉 #Canada #PetrinaGentile #CarJournalism #CanadianNews⁠ #JournalismMatters⁠ #automotive #womeninautomotive #WeAreWWCOTY #newjuror #GlobeDrive The Globe and Mail Newspress

🌟 𝐌𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐟𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐥𝐲 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 #𝐖𝐖𝐂𝐎𝐓𝐘 🚘 We understand how crucial mobility is to your lifestyle. That's why we've secured a special 10-15% discount from one of the leading car rental companies in the world, exclusively for our community. From daily commutes to special getaways, drive on your terms. Learn more at https://wwcoty.net 💸🌍 #SmartMobility #Sixt #TravelInStyle #WWCOTYDiscounts Marta García Sara Soria

🚀 PREMIO DE FOTOGRAFÍA MUJER Y AUTOMÓVIL 📸 El Women's Worldwide Car Of The Year (WWCOTY) convoca el 1º Concurso de Fotografía “Mujer y Automóvil”. 🥇 El premio está dotado con 1.000 euros y la cesión durante tres meses de un KIA EV3 100% eléctrico 👉 Entra ya en la página del www.wwcoty.net para participar #kia #wwcoty #mujeresconductoras #premiodefotografia Kia España