This year marks the first public voting for the Best Buy Car of Europe competition, allowing motorists to weigh in on their favorite models among the finalists selected by a panel of judges.
The Autobest organization, overseeing the European competition for the Best Buy Car of the Year, has introduced a new voting format for the 2026 edition. Public participation is now a significant part of the process, with internet users able to cast their votes for their favorite car among the finalists chosen by professional jurors. The voting period will last until March 15, 2026, and the public's votes will contribute to half of the final assessment, while the other half will derive from the jurors' evaluations.
The finalists chosen for this honor will compete based on their price-to-quality ratio, a significant factor for many consumers in the automotive market. Authorized dealerships for the brands that made it to the finals have already commenced test drives across various countries, including Poland, giving prospective buyers a chance to experience the models firsthand. Interested individuals can reach out to local authorized dealers to schedule their test drives.
The result of this innovative voting approach will culminate in a live broadcast event known as the Autobest Conquest Show, set to take place on March 28, 2026. This competition not only emphasizes the importance of public opinion in the automotive industry but also seeks to acknowledge the best value vehicles available in Europe, aiming to guide consumers toward making informed purchasing decisions within a crowded market.
