Member applications for the Automotive Industry Awards are reviewed based on their submission and undergo independent auditing.

Audit Details:

• Audit Period: Spot audits will be randomly selected during the judging period from 30 March to 17 April 2026.
• Audit Types: Not all applications will be audited. Some will be audited on-site and by phone.

A date and time will be arranged in advance.

A representative who knows the business well should be available.

Allow approximately one hour for the visit.

Finalist Notification:

• Completion of Audits: Once the auditing process is completed and results are reviewed, finalists will be notified on Friday, 24 April 2026.

Awards Night Celebration:

Winners will be announced at the 2026 Automotive Industry Awards dinner, which will be held on Saturday, 27 June 2026, at Palladium Crown, Melbourne.

Get ready to celebrate in style with your team and industry peers!