The Model Car Hall of Fame (MCHOF) will once again take center stage at Spielwarenmesse, returning to Nuremberg from Jan. 27-31, 2026 to announce its Class of 2025.

We are excited to welcome back the Model Car Hall of Fame for another year of celebrating the legends of the automotive world."
— Christian Ulrich, Board Spokesperson at Spielwarenmesse eG

This year’s ceremony will induct 33 new honorees, including winners for Best Slot Car, Novice Model Brand of the Year, and a lifetime achievement award for a model car entrepreneur. They’ll join more than 350 past inductees in what has become the biggest yearly gathering for diecast enthusiasts worldwide.

Backed by 139 clubs, blogs, and institutions in 30 countries, the MCHOF represents a community of more than 5.6 million fans. Nominations are now open at modelcarhall.com, and public voting is scheduled for November.

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