If you like the practicality of Hyundai’s models but think they’re a bit boring for your taste, the 2016 Hyundai Genesis Coupe might be what you want. More than just a two-door version of the brand’s luxury sedan, the Genesis Coupe is a sporty, high-performance vehicle with an identity of its own. The Style of…
Photo: Hyundai The Road & Track Performance Car of the Year Award is one of the most prestigious and competitive honors in the industry — and for 2020, it belongs to the Hyundai Veloster N. The Veloster N distinguished itself among Road & Track’s editors with its superior value and its joyful driving dynamics. The…
Pictured: 2017 Hyundai Tucson Limited 1.6T SUV at Chicago Auto Show Last year, despite reporting month after month of record sales, Hyundai officials expressed their concern that the automaker would soon be encountering a problem: Hyundai’s sedan-saturated lineup wouldn’t sustain the company’s success for long, offering little opportunity for sales growth or appeal to consumer…
Hyundai is set to unveil the Accent on Feb. 16th at the Canadian International Auto Show Hyundai dazzled the crowd yesterday at the Chicago Auto Show when it uncovered the 2018 Elantra GT, but the Korean automaker isn’t done revealing new vehicles just yet because it recently announced that an all-new Accent compact sedan will…
The all-new 2018 Hyundai Accent flaunts a fine price Hyundai’s lineup has been undergoing significant changes, and that wave of redesigns has finally hit the Accent, delivering a splash of updates to the sub-compact sedan. From an updated powertrain to a sleek new look and bigger body, the 2018 Hyundai Accent is leagues beyond is…
The 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Photo: Hyundai Hyundai Motor America couldn’t have asked for a better way to begin 2019, notching a 3 percent sales increase for the first month of the new year. In achieving that sales growth, Hyundai was able to overcome twin hurdles of nasty winter weather and a protracted government shutdown….
Photo: Hyundai Comprehensively overhauled with advanced technologies and forward-thinking design, the 2020 Hyundai Sonata will carry a starting price of $23,400. The new Sonata features a four-door-coupe design, phone-as-key tech, shift-by-wire gear selection, and an impressive array of safety systems. “At Hyundai, we’re big fans of sweating the details, and we have done that with…
The Kona crossover was one of four Hyundai vehicles to receive an IIHS Top Safety Pick+ rating for 2019 For 2019, the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety has awarded 10 Hyundai vehicles — an industry best — with Top Safety Pick+ and Top Safety Pick ratings. It’s the second year in a row that Hyundai…
After a slow, yet steady start, the Genesis brand seems to be picking up steam When the Genesis brand was first spun off from Hyundai, there were those who felt that the new luxury motor division would be an instant failure. As the first three quarters of 2017 come to a close, however, Genesis is…
Is there anything special about the Hyundai logo? When an automaker designs its official logo to brand its vehicles, its documents, and its advertisements, a lot of thought is put into the symbol that will represent the company. Some automotive logos are more abstract (like BMW’s) while others seem fairly straightforward–mind you, they only seem…
The 2021 Hyundai Elantra N-Line Photo: Hyundai Three Hyundai models deliver the highest value in their segments, according to the 2021 Kelley Blue Book Best Buy Awards. Award-Winning Safety: Hyundai wins nine Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ honors KBB named the Santa Fe as the best midsize SUV to buy in 2021, the…
The Hyundai Ioniq made strong October sales gains in Canada Photo: Hyundai Hyundai Canada broke sales records for the third month in a row, celebrating its most successful October ever. Maintenance Tips: How to make sure your vehicle’s belts and hoses are in good working order For the month, Hyundai sold 12,239 units for a…
The 2022 Tucson is assembled at Hyundai’s Alabama plant Photo: Hyundai The all-new 2022 Hyundai Tucson SUV began rolling off the assembly line this week. It was a momentous occasion for the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama facility, which now gets to celebrate two firsts: making the Tucson in the U.S. and assembling four models at…
The Hyundai Elantra N Photo: Hyundai Hyundai’s performance-oriented N and N Line vehicles are about to have company. The automaker says its U.S. lineup will offer seven of these dynamic models before the end of 2022 — including two reveals still to come. Ready for a Thrill? That’s exactly what you’ll find behind the wheel…
Hyundai Elantra sales more than doubled in May Photo: Hyundai May was another sizzling month for Hyundai Motor America. The automaker achieved a new all-time sales record, obliterating its previous mark — set in April — by more than 16 percent. Coming Soon: Get the details on Hyundai’s new Sport Adventure Vehicle, the 2022 Santa…
The Santa Fe, Elantra, and Veloster as you’ve never seen them before Every year, automakers parade their newest wares at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas. But this isn’t your run-of-the-mill auto show; these vehicles on display have been custom-tuned by expert after-market garages to become one-of-a-kind performance machines with unfathomable capacity. Hyundai always offers some…
The Hyundai Sonata continues its successful sales run Hyundai has some exciting plans in the works, and the buzz is showing. On the heels of its launch of multiple new Genesis models and the Ioniq hybrid, the US arm of the Korean brand announced its best sales month ever. In March 2016, Hyundai Motor America sold…
Photo: Hyundai Hyundai Motor America finished June with plenty to celebrate, including its fourth straight monthly sales record and its best-ever second quarter. Hyundai vs. the Competition: Find out how the new Elantra outmatches the Honda Accord Hyundai piled up 72,465 sales for the month. That’s a 45 percent improvement on June 2020, and the…
The Tucson was Hyundai’s top seller for April Photo: Hyundai For the second straight month, Hyundai Motor America broke its all-time monthly sales record. Along with that milestone, the automaker also set a new record for April sales. Meet the 2022 Hyundai Tucson: This bestselling compact SUV is all-new and better than ever Hyundai’s monthly…
Photo: Hyundai The 2020 Palisade recently joined a long list of Hyundai vehicles that have been honored with a Top Safety Pick+ designation from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Top Safety Pick+ is the most prestigious rating the IIHS hands out, and winning it isn’t easy. To qualify, the Palisade had to earn “good”…
2017 Hyundai IONIQ EV The wait for the revolutionary 2017 Hyundai Ioniq electric vehicle is nearly over. After being publicly revealed at the Geneva Auto Show in March, Hyundai’s Ioniq has earned the brand major buzz. The three-form EV is the first of its kind, the same platform offered in three different powertrains: hybrid, plug-in hybrid…
The Tucson was Hyundai’s sales leader for January Photo: Hyundai The new year started with a show of Hyundai sales strength as the automaker posted a 5 percent increase compared with the previous January. For the month, Hyundai sold 42,744 vehicles. More than 94 percent of Hyundai sales were on the retail side, a 22…
The Tucson SUV was Hyundai Canada’s bestselling model in February Photo: Hyundai Hyundai Canada celebrated a successful February, reporting a 2.7 increase in sales over the same period last year. For the month, Hyundai Canada sold 7,503 vehicles. Leading the way in gains were the Tucson SUV and the Ioniq eco-friendly car. February’s positive…
The Santa Fe was one of Hyundai’s top-selling SUVs in 2019 Photo: Hyundai Hyundai Motor America can look back on a successful 2019, complete with total sales that were up 3 percent over the previous year. Retail sales were up 5 percent. The automaker moved 688,711 units for the year, compared with 667,634 in 2018….
Robin Thicke wants to “Give It 2 U” (as in, the workers of the Hyundai Alabama assembly plant) Photo: Wikimedia via CC Forget Alan Thicke making babies to his son’s music–the Hyundai plant in Alabama is making cars to Robin Thicke’s music. A Sunday night concert at the Garrett Coliseum for thousands of employees and…
School supplies are essential in effective education systems Photo: William Warby via Flickr/CC Here in the United States, even disadvantaged schools have some access to basic educational supplies that can be provided to students whose families aren’t financially capable. But in other parts of the world, that same accessibility isn’t as easy to come by….
Hyundai RM16 concept car heralds its N Division Ever since Hyundai shared its intent to create the N performance line, we’ve been eagerly anticipating news of what the Korean brand has in store. The Hyundai N 2025 Vision Gran Turismo at the Frankfurt Motor Show last year was a sweet concept vehicle, but how would…
Could Optimus Prime actually appear on our planet? Photo: Wikipedia via WikiMedia How would you like a vehicle that could change between a truck and a sedan whenever you wanted to switch it up? You probably never thought of that before but, now that we’ve mentioned it, you’re begging for that to become a reality….
For those gathered at Hyundai’s press conference at the 2018 North American Auto Show, the reveal of the next-generation 2019 Veloster was anticipated. The automaker had already publicized its plan to unveil the refreshed look of its asymmetrical sports hatchback, intending to stir up more interested in the underrated model. What attendees didn’t expect was…
Hyundai Motor America is reporting that U.S. Hyundai June sales reflected the company’s best June in its 28-year history. In addition, Hyundai experienced its best opening six month period it has ever had, with 364, 434 units moved over the last half a year. In June specifically, Hyundai moved 67,407 models, compared to 65,007 last…
Despite receiving criticism for its limited lineup, Hyundai has been making strides to increase model diversity and appeal to a wider range of demographics–especially those who prefer SUVs/crossovers. So far, the improvements are showing. July 2015 was a good month for the automaker, as total units sold (71,013) increased 6% over last year’s record-making July results. Sonata,…
The Hyundai July 2014 sales report was released today, and once again, it was a record-breaking month for the automaker. In fact, it was Hyundai’s best July ever in the United States, and the best month the Sonata Hybrid has ever had. In total, Hyundai moved 67,011 units, which marks a 1.5 percent increase over…
Hyundai Motors has garnered plenty of buzz since it debuted the Kona crossover overseas. This brand-new model is being released in markets across the globe, including here in the USA where it is intended to expand Hyundai’s limited lineup of mostly sedans. Today at the Los Angeles Auto Show, Hyundai took the stage to give…
Pictured: 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe As the majority of Hyundai’s 2018 lineup is arriving at dealerships—or at least is moving off the factory lines—we’re starting to hear what the the safety ratings of the automaker’s latest models are. As in years past, Hyundai has received high marks from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) and…
One of the reasons we at The News Wheel love going to the Chicago Auto Show every year is the sheer amount of vehicles on display. Each automaker has their entire lineup on the floor for our perusal. Undeniably, certain models attract our attention more than others, and that was certainly the case for Hyundai….
Hyundai had a strong presence at the Chicago Auto Show, with two vehicles ready to debut: the 2018 Kona and the 2019 Veloster. The 2018 Kona is a compact SUV packed with the latest features like remote and keyless entry and driver-assist features. The Veloster is completely redesigned for 2019. Vehicle Testing: Hyundai takes home seven IIHS…
A lot of debate has been swirling around the development of self-driving cars. Is it possible? What are its benefits? How safe is it? While most outsiders look at the technology as an excuse for self-absorbed people to travel in a vehicle while remaining glued to their phones, automakers are attempting to illustrate the genuine…
Photo: Hyundai Two Hyundai vehicles — the Tucson and the Veloster — claimed the No. 1 ranking for their segments in the 2020 J.D. Power Initial Quality Study. Meet the 2020 Tucson: Learn more about Hyundai’s award-winning SUV The Hyundai Tucson took the top initial quality score in the compact SUV segment, while the Veloster…
Familiarize yourself with the sleek and stylish new Hyundai Sonata The 2015 Hyundai Sonata is redesigned for 2015, including a larger cabin and more refined design. In addition, a new Eco trim level with a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine debuts this year. Tech 101: Hyundai Blue Link 2015 Hyundai Sonata Exterior The 2015 Hyundai Sonata…
Photo: Hyundai Hyundai’s efforts to keep its sedan lineup on the cutting edge have paid off. A jury of auto experts recently honored the Hyundai Sonata as the 2021 autoTRADER.ca Best Family Sedan. Another Super Hyundai Sedan: Get the details on the all-new 2021 Elantra To win this award, the Sonata successfully went up against…
The Kona is Hyundai’s bestselling vehicle in Canada Photo: Hyundai Hyundai notched a major accomplishment to celebrate in Canada last month — its best August sales performance in history. A Vehicle for Every Taste: Learn about the expanded Hyundai SUV lineup For the month, Hyundai Canada sold a record 13,313 vehicles — a 0.4 percent…
This is a time of change for Hyundai, particularly in America. With the launch of its Genesis luxury sub-brand last year and the introduction of its three-fold Ioniq models, the Korean brand’s lineup is undergoing a transformation in the United States. As with the dismissal of the company’s USA CEO, it’s a time of “out with…
The Sonata’s 11 percent retail sales gain was a bright spot for Hyundai in August Photo: Hyundai Hyundai Motor America reported lower year-over-year sales for August, but those numbers still managed to beat industry predictions and help the automaker continue to grow its retail market share. Something for Everyone: Take a closer look at the…
While most of the automotive industry has its sights on the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next week, wise enthusiasts will be keeping an eye on the Consumer Electronic Show (CES 2017) in Las Vegas this week. Why? Because the wares on display in Detroit might be glittery, but CES presentations are offering real…
The Santa Fe was Hyundai’s sales leader for December Photo: Hyundai Hyundai Motor America finished 2020 with a flourish, posting a 2 percent increase in sales for December. And despite a tough year brought on by a global pandemic, the automaker was also able to report a 1 percent annual retail sales gain. Advanced and…
Lauren Jauregui got her start in the popular girl group Fifth Harmony Photo: Hyundai Hyundai has recently teamed up with Spotify to highlight up-and-coming artists as they travel through their hometowns, discussing what inspires them. In a new video series called “My City Unlocked,” former Fifth Harmony member Lauren Jauregui explores the vibrant city of…
2017 HYUNDAI IONIQ HYBRID AT 2017 NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW While most automakers will be showing off their wild new concept models at the North American International Auto Show this week in Detroit, Hyundai and Genesis are avoiding the stage this time; neither are scrambling for the limelight. Having already showed off its wealth…
2018 models are starting to roll into dealerships, which means brands like Hyundai are introducing some changes to their latest models. While some vehicles are carrying over the same features as in 2017, others are offering new highlights or designs. Check out what Hyundai is bringing to its 2018 lineup. More Information: Details on Hyundai’s…
Photo: Hyundai Making a strong play for budget-conscious car shoppers, Hyundai has priced the entry-level trim for its new 2020 Venue SUV at just $17,250. With that price tag, the subcompact Venue takes its place as the least expensive vehicle in Hyundai’s SUV lineup. In comparison with the automaker’s sedan lineup, it’s only about $50…
The Elantra is one of seven Hyundai models on Car and Driver’s 2021 Editors’ Choice list Photo: Hyundai Every year, Car and Driver editors comb through more than 400 vehicles to find the very best options in 32 segments. For 2021, Hyundai emerged as a big winner — seven of the automaker’s vehicles were included…
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