SHAH ALAM: The Toyota Dream Car Art contest is back for the 18th edition and submissions are open from now till Jan 31 next year.
The art contest is a global competition, held by Toyota Motor Corporation (TMC) in various countries, to inspire children to think creatively and dream about the future of mobility.
"Your Dream Car" is the theme for this year's contest.
The contest which is in its 18th edition, is open to children in three age groups:
> Group 1: 7 years old and under,
> Group 2: 8 to 11 years old,
> Group 3: 12 to 15 years old.
Each category will receive three top winners (Gold, Silver and Bronze) and two consolation prizes.
Category 1 Gold submission by Wong Jing Xuan.
The top nine entries from Malaysia (three from each category) will be submitted to Japan to compete in the global World Contest, with the final winners to be announced in August next year by Toyota Motor Corporation.
In the previous edition, the contest saw a remarkable 710,000 submissions from 90 countries.
This year’s contest provides an opportunity for children to explore both hand-drawn and digital artwork, offering them the freedom to use a wide range of materials and techniques.
For details, including entry terms and conditions, visit https://www.toyota.com.my/en/discover-toyota/toyota-dream-car-art-contest.html.
Catergory 2 Gold submission by How Yim Siew.
Whether it’s an eco-friendly car, a vehicle promoting unity or a groundbreaking new mode of transport, the contest encourages young participants to dream big.
The contest also serves as a platform for Toyota distributors worldwide to engage with their local communities and strengthen customer connections.
Category 3 Gold submission by Jason Chan Kin Lok.
UMWT president Datuk Ravindran K. said the Toyota Dream Car Art contest is more than just a competition but also an opportunity for children to explore their creativity and envision a better future through mobility.
"At UMW Toyota, we believe in fostering innovation and building connections with the younger generation, and this contest reflects that commitment," he said.
