Once again this year, the Women's World Car of the Year is announcing the WOW (Woman of Worth) award.

This honour recognizes the work of professional women, who have stood out for their work in the automotive industry and in motor sport.

In this edition, the 65 jury members of the WWCOTY from 47 countries, will evaluate the role that each of the nominee professionals.  The results of the voting will be announced on 24 May.

This year Rosemary Smith, Ireland’s Motorsport legend has been nominated for her incredible career in motorsport. She competed in eight Monte Carlo rallies and finished some of the most arduous long-distance events — the London to Sydney rally (1968) and the 1970 London to Mexico rally. At the age of 79, she became the oldest person ever to drive a Formula 1 car.

This year, the WOW also acknowledges the late Sue Baker as one of their founding judges. Her insights, her wisdom and her knowledge during her time on the jury were greatly appreciated. She was perhaps best known for her work as a presenter on BBC's Top Gear, appearing in more than 100 episodes.  She also contributed to a wide range of publications and outlets and was the first woman to chair the UK Guild of Motoring Writers.  She died in November 2022.