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Mahindra Thar Roxx and Bajaj Freedom 125 have been recognised as the Car of the Year & Motorcycle of the Year respectively at the Acer FASTER Awards 2025
The fourth edition of the Acer FASTER Awards 2025 wrapped up in style, applauding the automotive sector’s standout achievements. The prestigious event celebrated innovation, design and performance, recognising the finest vehicles across various categories. Stealing the spotlight, the Mahindra Thar Roxx was crowned Car of the Year.
On two wheels, the Bajaj Freedom 125 claimed the Motorcycle of the Year title, earning praise for its impressive engineering, aesthetics and performance. The jury round for the Acer FASTER Awards 2025 was held on March 26 and 27 at the MMRT circuit in Chennai. During the event, a panel of esteemed automotive experts meticulously assessed the competing vehicles.
The Acer FASTER Awards 2025 have concluded on a high note, marking yet another milestone in recognizing automotive excellence. This year’s edition has further elevated the standards of achievement, serving as a testament to the industry’s relentless pursuit of innovation and passion. With every passing year, the awards continue to reinforce their reputation as the ultimate celebration of automotive brilliance.
The jury panel comprised a distinguished group of automotive experts including Amit Chhangani from Motoroids, Narendra Sharma of GearFliQ, Rohit Khurana from CarblogIndia, Gaurav Yadav of GaadiWaadi, Roshan Joseph from Pilot on Wheels, and Promeet Ghosh from DriveSpark. Representing the Federation of Auto Scribes of the Electronic Realm (FASTER), these seasoned professionals brought their extensive industry knowledge and insights to the evaluation process.
With a combined reach of over 250 million users across six languages, the jury’s collective experience ensured a fair and well-rounded assessment of the contenders, adding to the credibility and prestige of the awards. Amit Chhangani, Editor of Motoroids and Chairman at FASTER, shared his insights on the Acer FASTER Awards 2025 Jury Round by saying,
“The Acer FASTER Awards 2025 are a celebration of the relentless pursuit of excellence that defines the Indian automotive industry. Our commitment has always been to recognise achievements with integrity, objectivity, and credibility. These honours reflect the unwavering spirit of innovation and dedication that has propelled the industry into a global powerhouse—an unstoppable engine of employment and wealth creation. It’s a tribute to every individual and organisation striving to shape the future of mobility.”
The winners in each category of Acer FASTER Awards 2025 follow:
Automotive Ad Campaign of the Year: Mahindra XEV 9e & BE 6
CSR Initiatives Award: Maruti Suzuki India Limited
PR Team of the Year: Edelman (Nissan)
Communications Team of the Year: Mahindra & Mahindra
PR Personality of the Year: Neeraj Atri
Communications Personality of the Year: Shakti Upadhyay (KIA India)
Award of Honour: Ravi Sharma (Media Relations)
Motorsport Personality of the Year: Sanjay Takale
Industry Personality of the Year: Santosh Iyer (Mercedes-Benz India)
Components Manufacturer of the Year: Minda Corporation
Auto Tech of the Year: Bajaj Auto
Update of the Year (Two-Wheeler): TVS Apache RR310
Update of the Year (Four-Wheeler): Hyundai Alcazar
Electric Car of the Year: MG Windsor
EV of the Year 2W: Ather Rizta
Premium Bike of the Year: BMW R 1300 GS
Premium Car of the Year: Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Timeless Icon (Two-Wheeler): Hero Splendor
Timeless Icon (Four-Wheeler): Maruti Suzuki Swift
Scooter of the Year: TVS Jupiter
Motorcycle of the Year: Bajaj Freedom 125
Car of the Year: Mahindra Thar Roxx
Zen Microsystems, recognised for its excellence in automotive data testing, served as the official data and testing partner, ensuring accurate and reliable assessments. Markets & Markets maintained the transparency and credibility of the jury process. Acer, a global leader in technology, marked its third consecutive year as the title partner. Garware Hi-Tech Films lent its support as a key partner while Red Bull brought its signature energy to the event as the official energy drink partner.
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