UMW Toyota Motor (UMWT) proudly announces the return of the Toyota Dream Car Art Contest (DCAC) for its 19th edition, an annual global initiative that invites children across Malaysia to imagine, design, and bring to life their vision of future mobility, cars that make the world better, safer, and more inclusive for everyone.
This contest encourages young minds to dream boldly and think creatively to turn imagination into meaningful ideas that could one day drive positive change. From eco friendly innovations to designs that foster unity, the Toyota Dream Car Art Contest reflects UMWT’s belief that the power to build a better tomorrow begins with the creativity of today’s children.
Datuk Ravindran K. shared that “Every great idea begins with imagination. Through the Dream Car Art Contest, we aim to inspire children to dream fearlessly about the future of mobility and show how their creativity can spark real-world solutions for a better planet. This contest reflects Toyota’s commitment to nurturing creativity and strengthening our bonds with communities across Malaysia.”
Since 2004, the Toyota Dream Car Art Contest has inspired nearly 9.4 million children across 144 countries and regions giving them a platform to share ideas that go beyond transportation – envisioning cars that protect the environment, connect people, and drive society forward.
19th Edition Welcomes Entries from Aspiring Young Designers Across Malaysia
The 19th Toyota Dream Car Art Contest will run in Malaysia from 1 October 2025 to 8 February 2026, with the theme “Your Dream Car” and is open to three age categories:
- Group 1: 7 years old and under
- Group 2: 8 – 11 years old
- Group 3: 12 – 15 years old
Each age group will recognise five outstanding participants, with Gold, Silver, and Bronze awards, plus two consolation prizes. From these, nine Malaysian winners (three per category) will be selected to represent Malaysia at the World Contest in Japan. National winners will be announced in April 2026.
In the previous edition, the contest attracted an impressive 665,326 submissions from 90 countries, highlighting its global reach and ability to inspire creative thinking across borders.
For this year, participants are encouraged to explore both hand-drawn and digital artworks, using diverse creative materials, media and techniques. Submissions may be presented on A3-sized paper or submitted in high-resolution digital formats (JPG or PNG).
“Through the Dream Car Art Contest, we see creativity as the first step toward mobility, not just the movement of vehicles, but the movement of ideas and people,” added Datuk Ravindran. “It’s a celebration of how imagination can drive inclusion, sustainability, and innovation, the same principles that guide Toyota’s pursuit of Mobility for All”
Driving Mobility for All Through Imagination
Through the Toyota Dream Car Art Contest, UMW Toyota Motor continues to champion Toyota’s vision of Mobility for All — empowering young Malaysians to think creatively, and express bold ideas that move the world forward.
By nurturing imagination and innovation from a young age, the contest seeks to cultivate the next generation of designers, engineers, innovators, and change makers who will shape a future where mobility brings opportunity, joy, and progress to everyone.
As Toyota continues its mission to create happiness for all through mobility, initiatives like the Dream Car Art Contest remind us that the journey toward a better tomorrow begins with a single spark of creativity.
Source: UMW Toyota (Press Release)