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Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems
It’s All About the Powertrain
Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems honors innovative engineering in the latest powertrains offered in vehicles in the U.S. market. The winners showcase a diverse array of internal combustion and electrified propulsion technologies.
Each year, WardsAuto editors and analysts rigorously evaluate a wide variety of vehicles, meticulously scoring each powertrain on factors such as horsepower, torque, comparative specifications, NVH (noise, vibration, and harshness) management, observed fuel efficiency, and the integration of innovative technology.
WardsAuto brings together hundreds of the world’s leading powertrain experts to honor the crème de la crème of the industry. This prestigious event, is the sole awards program in the nation dedicated to recognizing outstanding achievements in powertrain excellence.
*** Invite-Only ***
Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems is an exclusive, invite-only event open to Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems winners, sponsors and members of the press/media only. The ceremony, will be held in-person on October 23rd at Lovett Hall, Dearborn, Michigan.
2025 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems winners to be announced in early September.
Agenda
October 23, 2025 | Lovett Hall, Dearborn, MI | |
11:00am | Registration Opens
Lovett Hall Lobby |
11:00am – 12:00pm | Arrival, Networking & Coffee
Lovett Hall Lobby |
12:00pm – 1:00pm | Ballroom Opens | Plated Lunch
Lovett Hall Ballroom |
1:00pm – 1:05pm | Welcome Address
Lovett Hall Ballroom |
1:05pm – 1:25pm | Industry Fireside Chat: Navigating the Propulsion Crossroads
Hear from industry representatives as they discuss the pivot towards balanced propulsion portfolios, capitalizing on market evolution, and the changes to consumer preferences and regulatory requirements. Lovett Hall Ballroom |
1:25pm – 2:00pm | Judges Panel Discussion: Evaluating the 2025 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems
Join WardsAuto editors and analysts as they offer exclusive editorial insights into the intricacies of the judging process.
Lovett Hall Ballroom |
2:00pm – 3:00pm | Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Awards Ceremony
Lovett Hall Ballroom |
3:00pm – 4:00pm | Post-Awards Pictures, Networking & Drinks Reception
Lovett Hall Ballroom & Lovett Hall Lobby |
4:00pm | End of 2025 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems
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2024 Wards 10 Best Engines & Propulsion Systems Winners
BMW X5 xDrive50e
3.0L Turbocharged I-6 PHEV
Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray
6.2L V-8 HEV
Ford F-150 PowerBoost
3.5L Turbocharged V-6 HEV
Honda Civic Hybrid
2.0L I-4 HEV
Hyundai Ioniq 5 N AWD
Electric Propulsion System
Kia EV9 GT
Electric Propulsion System
Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid
3.0L Turbocharged V-6 HEV
Ram 1500 Tungsten
3.0L Turbocharged I-6
Toyota Camry XSE AWD
2.5L I-4 HEV
Toyota Corolla GR
1.6L Turbocharged I-3
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