News By Topic: Hyundai

IIHS New Crash Tests: Small Cars Lag in Side, and Rear Impact Protection

Dec 17, 2008

New crash tests of small cars: good ratings in frontal tests but many models need better side and rear crash protection ARLINGTON, VA — Most new small cars now earn good ratings in frontal crash tests but not when it comes to side and rear crashes. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety recently completed fron ... Continue reading

Hyundai and the Central Coast Mariners Kick Goals for Football in Woy Woy

Dec 17, 2008

On Saturday 6th December, 2008, Woy Woy FC accepted a cheque from Hyundai Motor Company Australia, after being selected by the Central Coast Mariners as the beneficiary of the Hyundai'Goals for Grassroots' program. ... Continue reading

Hyundai's New Tau V8 Engine in Ward's 2009 "10 Best Engines" List

Dec 15, 2008

Hyundai Motor Company's all-new 4.6 litre Tau V8 engine, which debuted in the premium Genesis sedan in the U.S. this year, has been named one of "Ward's 10 Best Engines" for 2009 by Ward's Auto World. This marks the first time a Hyundai engine has appeared within the prestigious "Ward's 10 Best Engines" list. ... Continue reading

Hyundai's Genesis Named in NADAguides.com "Top 5 Luxury Cars for 2009"

Dec 15, 2008

Hyundai Motor Company's new rear-wheel drive premium sports sedan, the Genesis, was named a "Top 5 Luxury Car for 2009" by NADAguides.com, the world's largest publisher of vehicle pricing and information and a recognised authority for vehicle valuations. The list includes models from Jaguar, Bentley, Mercedes and Audi, ... Continue reading

ORIX Australia Selects Hyundai Tucson City to Help Expand Its Green Strategy

Dec 9, 2008

ORIX Australia announced the full replacement of its short-term rental fleet with a significant investment in lighter, more fuel efficient vehicles including Hyundai Motor Compan's Tucson City SX. This initiative will lead to a reduction in the company's indirect CO2 emissions, as well as delivering extensive fuel savi ... Continue reading

Hyundai and Newcastle Jet Kick Goals for Football in Garden Suburb

Dec 4, 2008

On the 30th November, 2008, Garden Suburb Junior Soccer Club accepted a cheque from Hyundai Motor Company Australia, after being selected by the Newcastle Jets as the beneficiary of the Hyundai Goals for Grassroots program. ... Continue reading

Hyundai Australia Appoints Dan Hawkins as New General Manager Business Sales

Dec 4, 2008

Mr. Hawkins brings to Hyundai over 24 years experience within the Automotive, Fleet Management and Leasing industries, holding numerous technical, operational and sales focussed roles. Mr. Hawkins joins Hyundai Motor Company Australia from sgfleet where he held the position of Sales Manager Northern Region, NSW, ACT an ... Continue reading

Hyundai Santa Fe Awarded New Zealand's Most Efficient Large SUV

Dec 4, 2008

Hyundai's Diesel powered Santa Fe has claimed the large lifestyle vehicle class in the AA Energywise economy rally returning an outstanding fuel economy average of just 5.9 litres per 100km over the four day, 1,641km trial to find New Zealand's most cost-effective vehicles to operate. ... Continue reading

Hyundai i30 and iMax named Australia's Best Cars

Dec 3, 2008

Australia's seven State and Territory based motoring clubs have recognised two Hyundai models as class-winners in their 2008 national awards. The Hyundai i30 SX petrol and CRDi turbo Diesel were named Australia's 'Best Mid-size Car Under $28,000' 2008 and the Hyundai iMax CRDi turbo Diesel was named Australia's 'Best P ... Continue reading

Hyundai Motor America Reports November 2008 Sales

Dec 2, 2008

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 2 -- Hyundai Motor America today announced sales of 19,221 for the month of November, a 40 percent decrease from November 2007 levels. "We are still experiencing challenging times but believe that Hyundai remains exceptionally well positioned to confront these difficult market conditions," ... Continue reading

Press Pass Coverage of the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show: "It's As If You Were Here"

Nov 29, 2008

2008 LA Auto Show,LOS ANGELES - November 23, 2008: Once again, TheAutoChannel.com is proud to present exclusive PRESS PASS COVERAGE of the Los Angeles Auto Show, one of the world's great car and truck shows. Watching TACH's video coverage is like having Media Credentials to this major automotive event. You'll see the s ... Continue reading

Three Hyundai Models Earn Top Safety Pick Awards

Nov 26, 2008

For a second year in a row, three Hyundai models earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's (IIHS) Top Safety Pick award. The Hyundai Veracruz and Santa Fe received awards in the midsize SUV segment and the Hyundai Entourage in the minivan segment. All winning vehicles are recognized for their ability to prote ... Continue reading

Hyundai Announces Blue Drive Environmental Strategy For North America

Nov 26, 2008

Hyundai Motor America has announced the launch of Blue Drive an environmental initiative which will bring to market a family of eco-friendly Blue Drive products and establish Hyundai as an environmental leader in the U.S. With Blue Drive products and technologies, Hyundai Motor America will be able to achieve a fleet a ... Continue reading

Hyundai Accent Retains Crown as America's Least Expensive Car

Nov 26, 2008

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 25 -- The country's most dependable sub-compact car is also its most affordable. The high-mileage 2009 Hyundai Accent has a starting price of $9,970, making it the least expensive new car on the market. But it's also the "Most Dependable Sub-Compact Car" available (as determined by the J.D ... Continue reading

2008 LA Auto Show: Hyundai Initiates CO2 Offset Program for all 2009 Genesis Sedans

Nov 20, 2008

Genesis Forest Project Will Offset More than 93,000 Metric Tons of CO2 LOS ANGELES, Nov. 19 -- Hyundai Motor America and Carbonfund.org, the nation's leading non-profit carbon offset provider, unveiled the Genesis Forest Project today at the 2008 Los Angeles Auto Show. The venture will offset the entire first year of e ... Continue reading