The 15th Annual Art of Speed Malaysia (AOS 2026) transformed the Malaysia Agro Exposition Park, Serdang (MAEPS) into a vibrant celebration of Kustom Kulture on Aug 1 and 2.
Thousands of enthusiasts from Malaysia and abroad gathered for an unforgettable weekend featuring world-class custom vehicles, international builders, exclusive collaborations, live music, art, and interactive experiences.
Marking a milestone year for the festival, AOS 2026 introduced an expanded Summer Festival concept, delivering an even more immersive programme that seamlessly blended automotive lifestyle with entertainment, creativity, and community spirit. From exclusive vehicle unveilings and international showcases to SoundCircus Festival performances and family-friendly attractions, the event once again reinforced its position as Malaysia's premier Kustom Kulture festival.
AOS 2026 showcased an extraordinary line-up of custom motorcycles and cars, giving visitors an up-close look at some of the finest builds from across the region. Highlights included a rare 1945 Harley-Davidson Knucklehead from Japan's Hawgholic and a 1966 Harley-Davidson Shovelhead from Vise Clothing. The festival also featured a special exhibition of exceptional custom cars from Bangkok, Thailand and Taiwan, alongside the highly anticipated appearance of Liberty Walk (LBWK) from Japan, making it one of the standout attractions of AOS 2026.
SoundCircus Festival (SCF) 2026 also transformed MAEPS into a vibrant live music destination, with six stages spread across the indoor and outdoor festival grounds. Festivalgoers enjoyed an electrifying line-up featuring Ella x Cokelat, Jemput Dengar featuring Sheila Majid, Nadin Amizah, Disagree, Johnny Pandora, Dannqrack & Eemrun, Hari Slatan, the 20th anniversary celebration of Hujan, and the 30th anniversary of Asian Hardcore.
Adding to the excitement, AOS 2026 introduced Asia's first Flying Fox above a live concert audience, allowing guests to soar across the SoundCircus Pentas 16 Stage for a truly unforgettable festival experience. The festival concluded on a high note, reaffirming SoundCircus as one of Malaysia's premier live music experiences.
Art of Speed 2026 also received support from the Ministry of Communications through MyCreative Ventures (MyCreative) under the Concert and Events in Malaysia Incentive (CEMI) programme. The incentive supports the organisation of international-calibre concerts and events and played a key role in the successful staging of SoundCircus Festival 2026, enabling the festival to deliver an even more ambitious programme of live music, performances, and creative experiences. The collaboration reflects a shared commitment to strengthening Malaysia's creative economy while elevating the country's reputation as a destination for world-class cultural and entertainment events.
The return of the Art of Speed Invitational Bike Build-Off brought together eight talented builders, each showcasing exceptional craftsmanship, creativity, and innovation. Following a closely contested competition, Mujo Joros was crowned both the Overall Jury Winner and the Public Choice Winner with their outstanding GPX Gentleman 200, earning unanimous recognition from both the judging panel and visitors. Mujo Joros received a RM15,000 cash prize as the Overall Jury Winner and a RM5,000 cash prize as the Public Choice Winner.
The 4th Official Hot Wheels Collectors Convention Malaysia (HWCCM) once again brought together collectors and enthusiasts at Hall C for one of the festival's most anticipated attractions. Visitors enjoyed an immersive Hot Wheels experience featuring interactive activities, collector exhibitions, community sessions, and a vibrant marketplace.
A major highlight was the release of the HWCCM 2026 Exclusive Custom Nissan Skyline GT-R V·Spec II (BNR34), complete with a unique serial number, official Nissan licensing, and authentic Motul and Yokohama decals. The convention also welcomed Hot Wheels Premium Lead Product Designer Ronald Wong as a special guest, while Hall C featured a curated display of Nissan Skyline GT-Rs by the Malaysia Skyline Owners Group (MSOG), celebrating the launch of the exclusive collector model.
AOS 2026 continued to evolve beyond automotive culture through a series of new collaborations and community-driven experiences. The festival introduced ten new partnerships with global and local brands, including Liberty Walk, Hot Wheels, DicE Magazine, Xocks, DRUM, Touch 'n Go, Zippo, Cricket, Skillo, and Easthood, further strengthening its position as a regional Kustom Kulture hub.
Visitors also enjoyed a special collaboration with Astro Shaw promoting the film “Terbang”, featuring the movie's hero vehicle and exclusive meet-and-greet sessions.
Complementing the festival atmosphere were a variety of lifestyle attractions, including the Santai Scooterist & Car Club Gathering, a dedicated Kids Recreation Zone, and the KL Orbits cycling gathering and competition, offering engaging experiences for visitors of all ages.
Beyond the headline attractions, AOS 2026 delivered a diverse range of exclusive experiences throughout the festival grounds. Visitors had the opportunity to purchase event-exclusive diecast models from Kyosho × MOONEYES, Tarmac Works × RWB, and Mini GT × Liberty Walk, while Hall A showcased themed exhibitions including Chopper Paradise in collaboration with DicE Magazine, Pick-Up Line, and an international display of modified vehicles from Thailand.
Hall D celebrated lifestyle and creative subcultures with Gravel Travel, a custom bicycle Show & Shine competition, Kulture Kartel featuring vintage fashion, streetwear, B-Boy competitions, and a rap battle, alongside an exclusive fashion presentation by Sunburst Tribe, ensuring there was something for enthusiasts of every generation.
Complementing the festival's automotive and music highlights, AOS 2026 featured a diverse range of lifestyle, leisure, and interactive experiences for visitors of all ages. Festivalgoers enjoyed an outdoor food court, the popular Payung Kopi café, and live entertainment by the Backdoor SoundSystem Collective, while automotive enthusiasts explored the Automotive Flea Market and Collectable Alley in Hall C for rare parts, diecast models, and memorabilia. Visitors also experienced motorcycle test rides from leading brands, product launches, sponsor activations, and complimentary product sampling, ensuring there was something to discover throughout the weekend.
The return of the AOS 2026 Kembara Passport once again proved to be one of the festival's most engaging visitor activities, rewarding participants with an exciting lineup of prizes worth over RM80,000. Throughout the weekend, ticket holders completed interactive challenges at participating corporate and sponsor booths in pursuit of exclusive prizes, including the grand prizes of a custom Thunder Motorcycles 250 and a specially modified Honda HR-V MK1 Japan Edition.
Tan Kok Leong (DJI Action Camera), Ariana (Thailand Bike Week trip with Art of Speed Malaysia), Muhammad Hazrul Jamalludin (Vespa S 125), Nurul Nizam Mohamed (DJI Osmo Camera), Nur Hakimah Ramli (trip to a music festival in Jakarta), Muhammad Mat Yasin (trip to the BBQ Ride in Bandung), Arsh Rafayed Bin Muhamad Izzatul Firdaus (custom Thunder Motorcycles 250), and Amirul Fitri Bin Sharif (Honda HR-V MK1 Japan Edition) were all well-deserved winners.
In conjunction with AOS 2026, Tourism Selangor also launched Tourscape @ Selangor, an initiative that connects automotive passion with travel and tourism. Through its Road Trip Fun Maps, visitors are encouraged to explore all 12 districts of Selangor by car or motorcycle while discovering the state's attractions, culture, gastronomy, and authentic local experiences.
The launch ceremony was officiated by Datuk Seri Amirudin Shari, Menteri Besar of Selangor, together with Datuk Ng Suee Lim, Selangor State Executive Council Member for Local Government and Tourism, and Chua Yee Ling, Chief Executive Officer of Tourism Selangor. They also took the opportunity to tour the many attractions at AOS 2026, reaffirming their support for strengthening tourism, the creative economy, and automotive culture through internationally recognised festivals such as Art of Speed.
Reflecting on the success of AOS 2026, Festival Director Asep Ahmad Iskandar said the festival's growing international presence was the result of years of building meaningful relationships within the global Kustom Kulture community, particularly across South-East Asia.
He noted that Art of Speed has earned the trust and support of internationally renowned brands and builders from around the world, while remaining committed to nurturing Malaysia's custom automotive scene and strengthening the regional Kustom Kulture movement.
"The international support we have received is a reflection of what Art of Speed has built over the years—not just as an event, but as a platform that connects builders, brands, artists, and enthusiasts from around the world.
"As we continue to grow, our mission remains the same: to celebrate creativity, support our local community, and showcase Malaysia as a leading destination for Kustom Kulture in the region," he said.
The Best of Show Automobile winner received a trip to attend the 34th Annual MOONEYES Yokohama Hot Rod Custom Show 2026 in Japan. Meanwhile, the Best of Show Motorcycle winners were each awarded a commemorative plaque in recognition of their exceptional craftsmanship.
AOS 2026 WINNERS
BEST OF SHOW AUTOMOBILE - Winner: SHAUN JONATHAN PINTO (Model: 1957 356 Speedster Replica)
BEST OF SHOW MOTORCYCLE - Winners: THE BANGKOK BOYS (THANOPORN, APRIL BOYS AND FREESTYLE CUSTOM)
BEST MARKETPLACE - Winner: VESPA
BEST DISPLAY CAR - Winner: MITSUBISHI L200 CYCLONE - KOOKZA LEADERSHIP CUSTOM
BEST DISPLAY MOTORCYCLE - Winner: HILLS ANGELS
MOONEYES PICK - Winner: LEFTGEKUHT VOLKSWAGEN (EJ 3859)
ABAH & SONS PICK - Winner : JONTOE CYCLE WORKS
BACK WHEEL BITCHES PICK - Winner: RAJA NAQIUDDIN (A490A) GX71 CRESSIDA
BANGKOK HOT ROD CUSTOM SHOW PICK - Winner: ADIPATI BERTIGA
BBQ RIDE PICK - Winner: ADIPATI BERTIGA
BOO PINSTRIPING PICK - Winner: ADIPATI BERTIGA
BORNEO KUSTOM SHOW PICK- Winner: SHAUN JONATHAN PINTO - 1957 356 Speedster Replica
BANZAI RACING EQUIPMENT PICK - Winner: DATSUN PICKUP SANITORA
CARCULT PICK - Winner: S MAIKEL MOTORS SDN BHD (FH8511)
CHOPPA JOOP PICK - Winner: CAPT CHUA (PX5560)
DicE MAGAZINE PICK - Winner: AZHAR ST GAMBLER (PE7665)
FREEFLOW PICK - Winner: MITSUBISHI L200 CYCLONE - KOOKZA LEADERSHIP CUSTOM THAILAND
HAWGHOLIC PICK - Winner: AZHAR ST GAMBLER (PE7665)
IMPACT SPEED FEST PICK - Winner: ROUGH WORLD (RAUH-WELT BEGRIFF)
INFINITE PICK - Winner: LIBERTY WALK (NISSAN SKYLINE)
JETWRENCH PICK - Winner: ADIPATI BERTIGA
JOEY THAI TEAM PICK - Winner: NESTER BOBBY FUGO (WV6583)
KUSTOM MANILA PICK - Winner: OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)
KUSTOMFEST PICK - Winner: OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)
LIBERTY WALK PICK - Winner: ROYAL ENFIELD BOOTH
RONALD WONG PICK - Winner: OGBC MOTOSPORT AKA99
SIMON GARAGE CHINA PICK - Winner: NISSAN HAKOSUKA KPGC10 IMPACT SPEED THAILAND
SUZZY HELMET PICK - Winner: AZHAR ST GAMBLER (PE 7665)
VIBES MAGAZINE PICK - Winner: KABUTO
VISE CLOTHING PICK - Winner: 8BU 1952 (THANAPORN)
WICKED WALLOP PICK - Winner: SYUKRI YUNUS (SY1984)
SIXTYSICK PAINTLAB - Winner: DANISH HAFIZ VAG5100
BELLO PICK - Winner: 70 MOTORSPORT (NISSAN SKYLINE GTR-34, VLW 70)
BLOKEES PICK - Winner: LIBERTY WALK (NISSAN SKYLINE GTR34)
DURIAN BIKERS PICK - Winner: AINI AJIB (XMAX 440CC TURBO CHARGED)
EXN PICK - Winner: SPEEDY GT402
HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF MALAYSIA PICK - Winner: NAGID MUSTAFA (JUU 9913)
HAUSBOOM PICK - Winner: PERFORMANCE HAUZ (NY 97)
HOT WHEELS PICK - Winner: OGBC MOTORSPORT (AKA 99)
IGL PICK - Winner: NESTER BABY FUEGO (WV 6583)
KOPI SAIGON PICK - Winner: AQID ANAQY B NOR AZMI (BRN 74)
KYOSHO PICK - Winner: WHITE EK9 (QARTEL)
LAMBRETTA PICK - Winner: MOHD NASIR B MAHMOD (NB 7405)
PETRONAS PICK - Winner: MOHD SYAHRIL B JAMALUDDIN (WDE 283)
QARTEL TV PICK - Winner: AINI AJIB (XMAX 440CC TURBO CHARGED)
ROYAL ENFIELD PICK Winner: OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)
SUPER SUNDAY PICK - Winner: SHAUN JONATHAN PINTO - 1957 356 Speedster Replica
TARMAC PICK - Winner: HO DATSUN BLUEBIRD 510 KPGC (2356-V9)
THUNDER MOTORCYCLE PICK - Winner: ADIPATI BERTIGA
TOURISM SELANGOR PICK - Winner: SATREN DE SILVA (ABY 1293)
TRIUMPH PICK - Winner: AZBEDER90S TRIUMPH T21
VESPA PICK - Winner: SCOMADNESS MOTORWORKS (RAK 5006)
AOS206 Show & Shine winners
BICYCLES CATEGORY
BEST OF OPEN LOWRIDER - Winner: LIL JEFE X DOUBLE DICE CREW
BEST OF GRAVEL TRAVEL BIKE - (HIGHLIGHTS) - Winner: THE PIPE DREAM ALICE
BEST OF FABRICATION - Winner: MOHD UBAIDULLAH (MARVALLA 084)
BEST PAINT - Winner: GT 1981 OUTPOST - MOHD ZULFAHMIE
BEST LIVERY DESIGN - Winner: JEFRRY - STRIKE BY FABIO CAVILI
AUTOMOBILE
BEST OF CLASSIC EURO - Winner: BMW E38 - QARTEL
BEST OF MODERN EURO - Winner: PORSCHE RWB 997 - YIPYEET
BEST OF USA - Winner: FORD MUSTANG - 70 MOTORSPORT
BEST OF JDM PRE 2000 - Winner: NISSAN SKYLINE KG110 KENMERI - MR LONGLAM
BEST OF JDM ABOVE 2000 - Winner: NISSAN SKYLINE R34 GTR - AZMAWIE YASIN
BEST OF NATIONAL HEROES - Winner : PROTON WIRA RALLY CONCEPT - SAIFUL
BEST OF RADIKAL - Winner: GBK SILHOUETTE MERCEDES W123 - BWB
BEST OF VW AIR-COOLED - Winner: VW BEETLE RWB - TANJIA SEAN
BEST OF RAT LOOK - Winner: CHEVROLET 3100 - JOEY
BEST OF RACE CAR - Winner: DATSUN 510 COUPE RACECAR - WADI FAROIB AUTOSPORT
BEST OF ADVENTURE - Winner: BTB TOYOTA LANDCRUISER II - BY THE BILLION
BEST OF PICKUP LINE - (HIGHLIGHTS) - Winner: MITSHUBISHI L200 CYCLONE - KOOKZA LEADERSHIP CUSTOM
BEST OF WAGON - Winner : TOYOTA KE36 - FAROIB AUTOSPORT
BEST OF VAN - Winner: TOYOTA HIACE COMMUTER - MUHAMMAD NUR FIQRI
BEST OF STANCE - Winner: MINI COOPER - MUHAMMAD AKIF
BEST OF K CAR - Winner: PAJERO MINI - MOHD HELMI
BEST OF OPEN CLASS - Winner: 1957 356 Speedster Replica
BEST OF WILD COLOUR - Winner: NISSAN SKYLINE R34 GTR - AZMAWIE YASIN
BEST INTERIOR - Winner: VW BEETLE - DEMICA
BEST ENGINE BAY - Winner: DODGE CHARGER
BEST RIM SET - Winner: LAMBORGHINI AVENTADOR - REY GENJI
BEST LOWERED - Winner: 1957 356 Speedster Replica
BEST LIFTED - Winner: FORD RANGER - IGL
BEST LIVERY DESIGN - Winner: MINI COOPER LEICA - ANDREW LAU
BEST OF ENGINEERING - Winner: SAMING - KK GARAGE
BEST PAINT - Winner: FORD MUSTANG - 70 MOTORSPORT
MOTORCYCLE
BEST OF CHOPPER PARADISE ABOVE 401CC - (HIGHLIGHTS) - Winner: DANISH HAFIZ (VAG 5100)
BEST OF CHOPPER PARADISE BELOW 400CC - HIGHLIGHTS) - Winner: JONTOE CYCLE WORKS
BEST OF CAFE RACER ABOVE 401CC - Winner: JD 23 (NORTON DOMIRACER)
BEST OF JAP STYLE & TRACKER ABOVE 401CC - Winner: MACR
BEST OF JAP STYLE & TRACKER BELOW 400CC - Winner: JONTOE CYCLE WORKS
BEST OF MODERN HARLEY-DAVIDSON - Winner: PERFORMANCE HOUSE (MONARCH) NY97
BEST OF CLASSIC HARLEY-DAVIDSON - Winner: BANGMAN (DJ270) 1981 ELECTRA GLIDE
BEST OF CLASSIC SCOOTER - Winner : ACHONG (ROSAX CARBON)
BEST OF MODERN SCOOTER - Winner: MOHD NAJIB (44 MOTOR) (5XK 8608)
BEST OF RETRO JAPANESE - Winner: HAIR JOHARI (PAP 2360)
BEST OF ALL MAKES MODERN BIKE - Winner: MOHD RAHMAT (PQT 4606)
BEST OF CLASSIC CONTINENTAL - Winner: AZBEDER 90S
BEST OF ENGINEERING - Winner: PERFORMANCE HOUSE (MONARCH) (NY97)
BEST OF FABRICATION - Winner: OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)
BEST TANK DESIGN - Winner: RACHUN MOTORCLUBS
BEST PAINT - Winner: SCOMADNESS MOTORWORKS (RAK 5006)
BEST LIVERY DESIGN - Winner: MOHD NAJIB (44 MOTOR) (JXK 8608)
BEST OPEN CLASS - Winner: OMAR JUMIRAN (PRETTY GRANDMA)
International Guests and VIPs (Emi Suganuma, Michihisa “NATQQ” Shinotsuka & Sohei Murakami from MOONEYES, Japan; Wataru Kato from Liberty Walk, Japan; Yokomizo Gaku from Hawgholic, Japan; Yoshiki Okubo from Vise Clothing, Japan; Mark Kirkland from DicE Magazine, USA; Ronald Wong, USA - Lead Product Designer for the Hot Wheels Premium line; Shigeki Isaka (Japan) & Ho Shu Yu (Taiwan) representing Banzai Racing; Kiyotaka Fukuda from Boo Pinstriping, Japan; Keiji Takada from Jetwrench ArtStudio, Japan; Ise & James from Vibes magazine, Japan; Kozo Yoshida from Garage Yoshida, Japan; Doston Mahmudov from Garage Defend, Japan; Russell “MOW” Murchie, Australia; Choppajoop, Singapore; SixtySick Paintlab, Indonesia (a collective group of 20 pinstripe artists); Fahmi Freeflow, Indonesia; Mill Art, Indonesia; Irvine Jasta, Indonesia; Bangkok Hot Rod Show, Thailand; Kustomanila, Philippines; Borneo Kustom Show, Brunei; Kustomfest, Indonesia; Cherrybomb Pin Up Parlour, Singapore; The Wicked Wallop, Singapore; Sunset Ride, Indonesial BBQ Ride, Indonesia; Carcult, Thailand.
