The 14th edition of Art of Speed (AOS) 2025 returned to the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS) from 26–27 July, drawing massive crowds and reaffirming its status as Malaysia’s leading custom automotive and lifestyle event.
This year’s AOS featured a major revamp, starting with a new LED-lit entrance gateway, and welcomed international guests including representatives from MOONEYES Japan, Hot Wheels USA, and Pipeburn Australia. The event continued to showcase an array of custom cars, motorcycles, and lifestyle brands from across the globe.
Key Highlights:
- Hot Wheels Collectors Convention: Hall C hosted the 3rd official Hot Wheels Collectors Convention Malaysia, with activities including rare exhibits, swap meets, and custom competitions. A regional first, the event unveiled a special left-right pair of convention cars, launched with guest designer Brendon Vetuskey.
- International Collaborations: The “Beetle Battle” program, led by Indonesia’s Volkswagen Beetle Club, featured cross-border participation, while dozens of lifestyle collectives from Asia and Australia were also present.
- SoundCircus Takeover: Hall A turned into a live concert venue with performances by Noh Salleh, Ruffedge, Luqman Podolski, and more, blending automotive culture with music.
- Gatherings and Community Zones: AOS 2025 included gatherings for scooters, modern and classic car clubs, food trucks, a flea market, test ride zones (Royal Enfield, Vespa, Triumph, etc.), and platforms like Moto4sale.
Top Awards:
- Best of Show (Car): Shaun Pinto – 1965 VW Beetle
- Best of Show (Motorcycle): Omar Jumiran (Eastern Bobber) – 1983 Honda CB 175cc
Both winners will attend the 33rd Annual MOONEYES Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show in Japan.
Special Category Winners Included:
- Best Paint (Car): Mitsubishi Evo9 Wagon (Pok Him)
- Best of Race Car: VSIX Garage (Shaiful)
- Best of Chopper: Harley-Davidson Shovelhead (Shedi) by Mutohead
- Best Fabrication: Chevy Kitty (K49 6999) from Bangkok
- Hot Wheels Pick: Isuzu MU-X (Brighten Performance)
- Triumph Pick: Triumph Thruxton
- Royal Enfield Pick: Omar Jumiran (Eastern Bobber)
That being said, AOS 2025 closed with hundreds of awards across multiple categories including lowriders, rat rods, café racers, scooters, stance builds, classic Euro/JDM/USA cars, and engineering excellence—highlighting the region’s creativity and craftsmanship.
