january 2003
Road & Travel Announces Class of 2003 Top 10 Auto Award Winners!

Amid a flurry of exciting entertainment and flashing lights, ROAD & TRAVEL Magazine celebrated its Class of 2003 Top 10 auto awards; the best of the best new cars and trucks on American roads, as well as the talented and passionate people behind them.

RTMs Most Likely to Succeed Award winners were announced at a black-tie gala that coincided with the opening of the media days for the world's largest and most significant annual auto event, the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, Mich. The ceremony itself was no less than the grandest, glitziest, most well attended of any event in the publication’s 14-year history, and it is one that won’t soon be forgotten by all who were lucky enough to attend.

[Class of 2003 Winners -- Click Here!]

Once Upon a Time....
The RTM Awards, launched at the North American International Auto Show in '97, became the first awards to honor vehicles from a lifestyle perspective. They are deemed "Most Likely To Succeed," with each category given a superlative theme that reflects the lifestyle and emotion associated with the buyer and a model they've chosen at a particular stage in their life. Let's face it, budget and style may lead going in, but in the end, it's the heart and soul that influence the final sale. [Our Story]

Through the Years: [2002] [2001] [2000] [99-97]
2003 Sponsors
Yahoo! Autos and Detroit Marriott Renaissance Hotel lead the pack in sponsoring RTM's Class of 2003 Top 10 Awards show. But they're not alone. Check out the many other generous companies whose contibutions are making this event the hottest ticket in town. [Our Sponsors]

2003 VIPs
U.S. Senator Debbie Stabenow is one of many special VIPs who attended the Class of 2003 awards. See which other stars glittered at this year's show! [More VIPs]
The Respected Panel of Judges
Twelve of the most nationally renowned automotive journalists are responsible for selecting the RTM award winners. Check out short bios that detail their impressive professional backgrounds. [Our Judges]
Last Year's Winners
Jaguar X-Type claimed the highest honor at the Class of 2002 Awards. Other honorees included the Ford T-Bird, the Lexus SC430 and the Chevrolet Avalanche. But wait, there were more. [More Winners]
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