A WORD ON JUDGING

We feel that one of the most important aspects of ensuring that all our entrant guests enjoy their Concours experience is in knowing what to expect in the judging. 

For the Audrain Newport Concours d’Elegance, we follow a variation on what is often called "French" judging, which takes into account both objective as well as subjective elements. As the Concours and Motor Week celebrates the core attributes of Newport itself, "History, Luxury & Sport," our international team of judges look foremost at how each entry exemplifies one or more of those attributes. 

Most importantly, our judges will be seeking an emotional connection with the vehicles selected for awards.  Of course, originality and condition draw us in initially to make an emotional connection, but often the history of the car itself, and the involvement of its owners in its maintenance and preservation, can do more to foster that bond and to bring a vehicle into our hearts than a perfect, un-used, brand-new restoration might. 

We believe that the primary reason for displaying a vehicle at the Audrain Concours & Motor Week is to allow it to be shared with the greater public, introducing viewers who may have never seen a car or motorcycle such as yours or might never otherwise have that opportunity, to experience that same passion.