The Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY), the only international automotive award judged exclusively by female automotive journalists, is pleased to announce the addition of Yumi Kawabata to its panel of judges.
With Kawabata’s participation, WWCOTY, which now consists of 81 judges from 55 countries, will further strengthen its role in Asia, where the award is already well recognized in China, India, the Philippines, Vietnam, Pakistan, Japan, and other nations.
Yumi Kawabata is one of Japan’s leading automotive journalists. With her extensive knowledge of the automotive industry, she is frequently sought after by both domestic and international media for articles and expert opinions.
She earned a master’s degree in engineering from Gunma National University and has served as an expert committee member in key governmental bodies, including the Cabinet Office, Cabinet Secretariat, Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT), and the Digital Agency.
Kawabata specializes in cutting-edge automotive technologies and environmental issues. Her coverage spans a wide range of topics, from global discussions on environmental and energy policies to everyday aspects of sustainable living, such as organic lifestyles.
She is also widely recognized as a mobility commentator on Japanese television and online platforms. In addition, she has contributed to various media, ranging from automotive magazines to business publications, and has authored several books, including Can Japanese Cars Survive?, published by Kodansha.
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