Hyundai to Display "blue" Technology at Melbourne International Motor Show
Feb 18, 2009
Hyundai Motor Company will display two examples of its latest technology at the Melbourne International Motor Show. The i10 blue and i30 blue adopt the company's new 'blue' sub-brand which will be utilised on a global basis for low emission vehicles. ... Continue reading
Feb 11, 2009
CHICAGO, Feb. 11 -- When the colors of your new turbocharged rear-wheel-drive sport coupe are named after international racing circuits, you'd better have the performance and confidence to back it up. Now, Hyundai is upping the ante by announcing an R-Spec version of the all-new 2010 Genesis Coupe, designed to appeal t ... Continue reading
2009 Chicago Auto Show: Hyundai Announces 2010 Genesis Coupe Pricing
Feb 11, 2009
CHICAGO, Feb. 11 -- Hyundai Motor America announced pricing for the new Genesis Coupe, starting at $22,000 for a well-equipped 210-horsepower, 2.0-liter, turbocharged, four-cylinder engine 2.0T model and $25,000 for the 306-horsepower, 3.8-liter, V6 engine model. Genesis Coupe will begin arriving at Hyundai dealerships ... Continue reading
Feb 11, 2009
CHICAGO, Feb. 11 -- With enthusiasts eagerly awaiting the upcoming launch of the 2010 Genesis Coupe, Hyundai is adding to the excitement by teaming with Rhys Millen Racing and Red Bull Energy Drink to campaign the car in the high-energy sport of drift racing this year. At the Chicago Auto Show, Hyundai unveiled its mot ... Continue reading
Hyundai to Reveal SUV Concept at Geneva Motor Show
Feb 9, 2009
Hyundai is to unveil an all-new concept car at this year's Salon International de L'Automobile in Geneva on March 3rd. This innovative concept portrays a dramatic new look for compact SUVs and was styled at the company's European Design headquarters in Rüsselsheim, Germany. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Genesis named 2009 Cars.com New Car of the Year
Feb 6, 2009
As an encore to its 2009 North American Car of the Year honour, the all-new Hyundai Genesis took home the Cars.com 'New Car of the Year award', announced at the Washington, D.C. Auto Show. Hyundai Motor Company's new flagship Genesis sedan sets a new benchmark in the North American premium car category. Offering incred ... Continue reading
Buyers Do Their Homework - And Flock to Hyundai
Feb 5, 2009
January brought misery to most motor manufacturers, with overall sales in Britain down 30.9 percent. But there was one company trouncing the trend and showing a significant increase in sales compared to the previous year - Hyundai. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Genesis Coupe to Appear at Top Gear Live
Feb 5, 2009
In a surprise move, Hyundai Motor Company Australia is giving Top Gear Live guests a sneak preview of the new Genesis Coupe which will be showcased at the Melbourne International Motor Show from the end of February. ... Continue reading
Hyundai to Unveil i20 at Melbourne International Motor Show
Feb 5, 2009
Hyundai Motor Company's new i20 small hatch will make its Australian debut at the 2009 Melbourne International Motor Show. Set to go on sale in the 3rd quarter, the i20 will offer customers premium features and technology now appearing on many larger more expensive models. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Sonata 2.4 Petrol Achieves 4.5 Star GVG Rating
Feb 5, 2009
Hyundai Motor Company's Sonata 2.4 petrol engine now achieves a 4.5 star Green Vehicle Guide (GVG) rating. Minor modifications were implemented in December 2008 production, further reducing emissions and resulting in an improved air pollution rating - this has boosted the overall score. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Reports January 2009 Sales UP!
Feb 3, 2009
Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 24,512 for the month of January, up 14 percent versus 2008 and 2 percent over December. "We got off to a quick start in January thanks to the rollout of our all new Hyundai Assurance Program, which has struck a chord with the American consumer during these uncertain times, ... Continue reading
Hyundai Mobis to Spend $146 Million on Research Projects in 2009
Feb 1, 2009
Seoul, February 1, 2009: Hyundai Mobis Co. South Korea's largest auto-parts maker, said Thursday it will spend 200 billion won ($146US million) on research projects this year. Most of the planned budget will be spent on developing parts for hybrid vehicles and so-called "intelligent" cars that can communicate with driv ... Continue reading
Hyundai i30cw Debuts in Australian Specification at Melbourne
Jan 29, 2009
Hyundai Motor Company’s new i30cw (crossover wagon) will make its debut in final Australian specification at the 2009 Melbourne International Motor Show. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Kicks Off Super Bowl Advertising With All-New Genesis Coupe Debut
Jan 27, 2009
Smashing Pumpkins Scores Soundtrack for New Sport Coupe Introduction FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Jan. 27 -- Hyundai Motor America enlisted Smashing Pumpkins lead singer Billy Corgan and drummer Jimmy Chamberlin to provide a rock soundtrack befitting the all-new Genesis Coupe in its debut national advertising campaign. The ... Continue reading
Hyundai Genesis Named One of the Best New Cars of 2009
Jan 27, 2009
Hyundai Motor Company's new luxury flagship Genesis has been named a 'Best New Car of 2009' in About.com Cars' third annual Best New Car List. This marks the first time that a Hyundai vehicle has been recognised in the About.com Cars annual list. ... Continue reading
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