The top-ranked automotive websites
U.S. Manufacturer Website Evaluation (MWES) Study Award Information
U.S. Manufacturer Website Evaluation Study (MWES)--Winter Press Release Date: January 8, 2026
U.S. Manufacturer Website Evaluation Study (MWES)--Summer Press Release Date: July 17, 2025
"Automotive manufacturer websites are the virtual showroom for today’s customers. High satisfaction is not only the engine that drives digital engagement but also increases a customer’s likelihood to test drive."
- Jon Sundberg, Digital Solutions at JD Power
JD Power U.S. Manufacturer Website Evaluation Study
The JD Power U.S. Manufacturer Website Evaluation Study (MWES), is a semiannual study that measures the usefulness of automotive manufacturer websites during the process of shopping for a new vehicle by examining four key measures (in order of importance): information/content; visual appeal; navigation; and speed.
The JD Power U.S. Manufacturer Website Evaluation Study (MWES), is a semiannual study that measures the usefulness of automotive manufacturer websites during the process of shopping for a new vehicle by examining four key measures (in order of importance): information/content; visual appeal; navigation; and speed.
Announcing the Top-Ranked Automotive Websites
The results are in for the JD Power 2026 U.S. Manufacturer Website Evaluation Study-Winter. Read the press release below to see which automotive websites rank highest.
The results are in for the JD Power 2026 U.S. Manufacturer Website Evaluation Study-Winter. Read the press release below to see which automotive websites rank highest.
Licensing Opportunities
Award Information
Top-ranked brands in each award-eligible study will have the opportunity to enter into a licensing agreement through the JD Power Awards Program.
Top-ranked brands in each award-eligible study will have the opportunity to enter into a licensing agreement through the JD Power Awards Program.
Award Merchandise
Active licensees can purchase a wide array of merchandise including trophies, lapel pins, key chains, apparel and more, to commemorate their achievement.
Active licensees can purchase a wide array of merchandise including trophies, lapel pins, key chains, apparel and more, to commemorate their achievement.
Performance Reports
Brands that perform above the industry average can commission JD Power Performance Reports to highlight their performance with qualified audiences.
Brands that perform above the industry average can commission JD Power Performance Reports to highlight their performance with qualified audiences.
Automotive Awards in Action
JD Power Awards provide the highest-performing companies within our benchmarking studies the chance to let consumers know that they put their customers first. As the trusted symbol of the Voice of the Customer, our awards help companies increase consumer consideration and ensure that the top-ranking brands stand out in the crowd.
JD Power Awards provide the highest-performing companies within our benchmarking studies the chance to let consumers know that they put their customers first. As the trusted symbol of the Voice of the Customer, our awards help companies increase consumer consideration and ensure that the top-ranking brands stand out in the crowd.
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