The Oberoi Concours Returns: Celebrating Automotive Excellence at The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, From 20-22 February 2026

New Delhi, Thursday, 12 June, 2025 Following its resounding debut, The Oberoi Concours d’Elegance returns for its second edition at The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur, from 20th to 22nd February 2026. This world-class celebration of automotive heritage, craftsmanship, and luxury will once again bring together an extraordinary assemblage of classic automobiles and motorcycles from across the globe.

The Oberoi Concours d’Elegance has already cemented its place on the global automotive stage, being recognized as the ‘Concours Event of the Year’ at the 2024 Concours Year Awards and the ‘Breakthrough Event of the Year’ at the International Historic Motoring Awards 2024. The upcoming edition promises to build on this legacy, offering an unparalleled experience set against the breathtaking backdrop of The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur.

  The event will begin with The Oberoi Tour d’Elegance, an exclusive drive around the picturesque Fatehsagar Lake in Udaipur, offering a spectacular prelude to a weekend of timeless elegance and prestige. Sandra Button, Chairman of the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, returns as Chief Judge, leading an esteemed panel of experts, collectors, and racing legends, including Sir Jackie Stewart, Jacky Ickx, Giacomo Agostini, Derek Bell MBE, Prof. Peter Stevens, Prof. Gordan Murray, Prince Michael of Kent, Sir Michael Kadoorie and Jean Todt.

David McKirdy continues as Chief Judge for Motorcycles, ensuring the highest standards of evaluation for the finest two-wheeled classics. 

Simon Kidston will once again serve as the Voice of The Oberoi Concours d' Elegance, guiding attendees through this exceptional celebration of automotive heritage.

A Global Showcase of Automotive and Motorcycle Heritage

The 2026 edition of The Oberoi Concours d’Elegance will present an exceptional selection of automobiles and motorcycles across the following categories:

Automobiles:

 - Pre-War Classics – European (1918 - 1945) 

- Pre-War Classics – American (1918 - 1945) 

- Post-War Classics – European (1946 - 1970) 

- Post-War Classics – American (1946 - 1970) 

- Pre-War Classics – Rolls Royce (1904 - 1945) 

- Cars of The Maharajas – Jodhpur (1900 – 1955)

- Indian Heritage – Preservation (1947 - 1972) 

- Indian Heritage – Motor Racing  (1947 – 1989)

- Youngtimer Classics (1975 - 1990) 

- Indian Coachbuilt: Then & Now (1920 – 1945)

 Motorcycles:

- Veteran – Vintage (1900 – 1930)

- Pre-War Classics (1931 - 1945) 

- Post-War Classics (1946 - 1969) 

- Indian Heritage – Motor Racing (1947 – 1989)

Curated by renowned automotive historian Mr. Manvendra Singh Barwani, The Oberoi Concours d’Elegance continues its tradition of excellence, with a Selection Committee dedicated to ensuring the highest calibre of entrants:

 -  Arjun Oberoi, Chairman

-  David McKirdy - Chief Judge, Motorcycles

-  Nigel Mathews - Chairman ICJAG, Global Brand Ambassador for Hagerty

-  Diljeet Titus –   General Secretary,  The Heritage Motoring Club of India

- Ranjit Pratap – President, The Historical Car Association of India

-  Karl Bhote – Automotive Historian 

- Siddhraj Singh – Event Director – The Oberoi Concours d’ Elegance

Mr. Arjun Oberoi, Chairman - The Oberoi Concours d’ Elegance Committee and Executive Chairman, The Oberoi Group, remarked, “The Oberoi Concours d’Elegance has set a new standard for automotive events in India and beyond. Its global recognition is a testament to our commitment to celebrating the finest classic automobiles and motorcycles in an extraordinary setting. We are delighted to welcome collectors and enthusiasts back to The Oberoi Udaivilas, Udaipur for an even more spectacular second edition.” 

 Mr. Manvendra Singh Barwani, Curator – The Oberoi Concours d’ Elegance further added, “This event showcases India’s deep-rooted automotive heritage and its growing significance on the global concours circuit. We look forward to gathering some of the world’s most remarkable classic vehicles, judged by an exceptional panel of experts, in a truly regal setting.”

 Owners of exceptional classic automobiles and motorcycles are invited to submit their entries for consideration. More details can be found at https://www.theoberoiconcours.com/

Further Notes to the Editor:

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