The North American Concept Car of the year award in 2012 was given to the BMW i8 Roadster, and now this year the car has been awarded the Best Production Preview Vehicle. The prize recognizes a vehicle based on a model that has already been announced for production.

Over 2 dozen automotive journalists from throughout North America decide winners in categories of best Production Preview Vehicle, best Concept Car, best Concept Truck/SUV, best Specialty Concept, and Most Significant Concept Vehicle of each auto show season.