The MotorWeek Drivers’ Choice Awards are one of the many yearly ''
Car of the Year
Car of the Year (COTY) is a common abbreviation for numerous automotive awards.
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MotorWeek, an American television automotive magazine series.
Since 1983, MotorWeek has presented its Drivers’ Choice Awards which are among the auto industry's most prestigious honors. The Drivers’ Choice Awards provide a consumer focus and represent a list of best automotive picks in the most popular vehicle categories, including the “Best of the Year” award. They are presented annually in February during the
Chicago Auto Show
The Chicago Auto Show is held annually in February at Chicago's McCormick Place
convention center. It is the largest auto show in North America.
Event History
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Categories
As of 2011, the categories are:
[ 2011 Drivers' Choice Award Winners and Quotes]
* Best of the Year
* Best Small Car
* Best Family Sedan
* Best Sport Sedan
* Best Luxury Sedan
* Best Convertible
* Best Small Utility
* Best Large Utility
* Best Pickup Truck
* Best Minivan
* Best Sport Coupe
* Best Performance Car
* Best Eco-Friendly
* Best Dream Machine
Until 1998, some categories were separated into imports and domestics. Various name and category changes happened as well through the years.
Drivers' Choice Awards Winners
Best of the Year Winners by Manufacturer
See also
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List of motor vehicle awards
This list of motor vehicle awards is an index to articles that describe notable awards given to motor vehicles. The list is broken into "car of the year", other car awards, awards for commercial vehicles including trucks and trains, engines and pe ...
References
External links
MotorWeek home page*
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Automotive television series
Motor vehicle awards