The main auto event of this autumn: in St. Petersburg will name the winners of EPAA-2026

The founders and organizers of the award are traditionally the communication agency and production center “Eurasian Strategic Alliance” (ESA) together with the popular media project and radio program “Assembly of Motorists”. In 2026, Komsomolskaya Pravda joined the project, becoming a co-organizer and general information partner. Thanks to this alliance, the EPAA has become a large-scale expert and discussion platform of the Eurasian level. In October, within the framework of the award, a joint round table between Komsomolka and the EPA was held, dedicated to topical issues of the fuel market and the future of the automotive industry.

The main feature of the award lies in its philosophy: the focus is not “iron”, but people – those who create, maintain, sell equipment and form a driving culture in Russia and the countries of the Eurasian continent.

Applications for participation have already been accepted. Among the nominees of this year are design engineers, mechanics, manufacturers of automotive components, dealers, representatives of racing teams, auto travelers, profile media and auto bloggers. The participants are evaluated by an expert jury consisting of leading automotive journalists, top managers, masters of motorsport, statesmen and opinion leaders.

In addition to the traditional industry categories – from Autosport, Retro Cars and Gas Stations to Autochemistry, Innovations and Autoinfluencers – special nominations from partners appeared in the program in 2026. Thus, the Union of Auto Service Services of Russia established the “Survivor” award for service stations that managed to preserve teams, customers and the quality of work in difficult market conditions. The St. Petersburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry, celebrating its 105th anniversary these days, presented the “Made in St. Petersburg” nomination. A special nomination from AKAR North-West is awarded to the best advertisers of the automotive segment. The most important element of the award is the popular vote, which allows motorists to support the best representatives of the industry.

Strategically, the award is supported by leading market players. The largest international exhibition of spare parts, automotive components and equipment for vehicle maintenance MIMS Automobility acted as a strategic partner of EPAA. Within the framework of the exhibition, a joint press conference of the organizers of the award, MIMS and Komsomolskaya Pravda has already been held, which set the vector for the development of the project in the new season.

The key partner is traditionally Suprotek Group, a Russian manufacturer of innovative autochemistry and resource-saving formulations. At the first EPAA ceremony, the holding was awarded four awards for the development of advanced technologies for transport and industry, and this year continues to actively support the industry community. Partners of the event are also profile companies and media groups.

The winners of the Second Eurasian Prize will receive not only honorary statuettes and recognition of colleagues, but also membership in the expert club “Assembly of Motorists”, which will open up additional opportunities for promoting their projects in the Eurasian space.

The evening at KZ "Aurora" promises to become not only a business, but also a bright cultural event: the final atmosphere of the holiday will be complemented by the performance of famous musical groups of St. Petersburg from the creative association "Assembly of Jazz of Russia".