KLIMS 2026 is set to return from 12 to 21 June 2026 at Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre, bringing together automotive brands, mobility companies, industry players, and car enthusiasts under one exhibition.
Organised by the Malaysian Automotive Association, KLIMS is one of Malaysia’s established automotive exhibitions, covering sectors such as passenger vehicles, electric mobility, aftermarket products, automotive technology, and community activities.
As part of the 2026 edition, a dedicated modified car competition program titled “KLIMS Modified Car Battle 2026” will take place on 13 and 14 June 2026 at Loading Bay Level 2, MITEC. The program is conducted with Rolling Speed as the activity partner.
The competition is divided into two separate themes across two days. The first day will focus on import cars, while the second day will feature local car builds.
Import Car Theme — 13 June 2026
The import car segment will include categories covering various build styles and modification areas, including:
- Best of the Best
- Best of Bodykit
- Best of Audio (Design)
- Best of Rims
- Best of Track Car
- Best of Carbon
- Best of JDM
- Best of Conti
- Best of Interior
- Best of Livery
- Best of Air Suspension
- Best of Engine Bay (N/A)
- Best of Engine Bay (Turbo)
- Best of Stance
- Best of Concept (Auto Brand)
- Best of Concept (Open)
- Best of VIP Style
- Best of Extreme Build
- Best of Paint / Airbrush
- Best of Ladies’ Car
Local Car Theme — 14 June 2026
The local car segment will feature categories related to Malaysian automotive culture and locally popular platforms. Categories include:
- Best of Proton
- Best of Perodua
- Best of Restore Original (20 Years & Above)
- Best of Track Car
- Best of Audio (Design)
- Best of Carbon
- Best of Interior
- Best of Livery
- Best of Air Suspension
- Best of Engine Bay (N/A & Turbo)
- Best of Stance
- Best of VIP Style
- Best of Extreme Build
- Best of Paint / Airbrush
- Best of Ladies’ Car
According to the event information released, the registration fee is RM300 per car with one competition category included. Additional categories are available at RM150 each. Participants will also receive official KLIMS 2026 merchandise items including a T-shirt, event tag, lanyard, and certificate of participation.
The competition will also feature a “Best of the Best” award with a cash prize of RM1,500 and a trophy.
The inclusion of a modified car program within KLIMS 2026 reflects the exhibition’s broader approach in covering not only vehicle manufacturers and mobility technology, but also Malaysia’s automotive enthusiast and aftermarket community.
In recent years, modified car events and community gatherings have continued to attract participation from enthusiasts across different segments including JDM, Euro, stance, track-oriented builds, VIP style, restoration projects, and audio-focused vehicles. Programs such as the KLIMS Modified Car Battle provide a platform for these communities to showcase their builds within a larger automotive exhibition environment.
More information regarding the exhibition can be found through the KLIMS Official Website, while updates related to the competition are available through Rolling Speed Instagram.
