Korean Car Makers Hit Record 5 Million Units Worldwide
Jan 2, 2006
SEOUL, South Korea Jan 2, 2006; The AOP reported that worldwide vehicle sales at South Korea's five automakers surpassed 5 million for the first time last year, company figures released Monday showed. Combined sales at Hyundai Motor Co., Kia Motors Corp., GM Daewoo Auto & Technology Co., Ssangyong Motor Co. and Renault ... Continue reading
AIADA International Nameplate Vehicle Manufacturer Highlights from 2005
Dec 28, 2005
International Nameplate Highlights from 2005 By Frank Giovinazzi, Contributing Editor AIADA AIADA As 2005 draws to a close, and new goals are being set for the new year, it’s a great time to remember how far International nameplates have come in the last 12 months. Fantastic sales figures come to mind first, as I ... Continue reading
JIN Business Reports Japan's Automotive Industry and Hyundai's Growth
Dec 22, 2005
<PRESS RELEASE> JIN Business Reports Japan's Automotive Industry and Hyundai's Growth Tokyo, December 22 2005--An article on Japan' s automotive industry appears on JIN Business, the online news service recently launched by Japan Information Network (JIN), Japan's largest portal site offering information about Japan fo ... Continue reading
Hyundai Invests More Money in Michigan Technical Center
Dec 21, 2005
Washington DC December 21, 2005; The AIADA newsletter reported that Hyundai will invest $94 million for expansion of its new technical center near Ann Arbor, MI. The move will result in 600 additional jobs, reports The Detroit News. The South Korean automaker opened the technical plant back on October 13. "Hyundai̵ ... Continue reading
Hyundai Announces 2006 Accent Pricing
Dec 12, 2005
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 12 -- Hyundai Motor America announced pricing today for the all-new Accent. The third generation of Hyundai's most affordable nameplate has more style, sophistication and content than ever before. 2006 Hyundai Accent Pricing: * GLS 4-Door with 5-speed manual -- $12,995 (freight included)* ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor Company - Vehicle Manufacturer Strategic Insight 2005
Dec 8, 2005
DUBLIN, Ireland--Dec. 8, 2005--Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c28915) has announced the addition of Hyundai Motor Company - Vehicle Manufacturer Strategic Insight to their offering. The Vehicle Manufacturer Strategic Insights are individual, in-depth, constantly updated manufacturer cha ... Continue reading
Hyundai Motor America Names Don Dees Vice President, Service
Dec 6, 2005
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 6 -- Hyundai Motor America (HMA) President and CEO, Robert F. Cosmai, today announced that Don Dees has been named Vice President of Service for the company. Dees will be responsible for all service operations, technical training, technical support, warranty, service contracts, customer su ... Continue reading
Hyundai Reports November 2005 Sales Increase
Dec 1, 2005
Sonata Sets New Record and Leads Sales Surge With 117% Jump Over Last November FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 1 -- Hyundai Motor America sold 33,383 units during the month of November, setting a new, all-time record for the month. Year-to-date sales of Hyundai vehicles in the U.S. are up 12.5 percent over the same perio ... Continue reading
Nov 23, 2005
Seoul November 22, 2005; Hyundai Motor Co. today introduced the all-new Santa Fe sports utility vehicle. Larger, more elegant and more refined than its predecessor, the new Santa Fe sharpens Hyundai's competitiveness in the hotly-contested segment with third row seating plus an abundance of new comfort and convenience ... Continue reading
Magazine Names Hyundai Sonata 'Best Sedan 2005 Award Winner'
Nov 8, 2005
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 8 -- Sobre Ruedas magazine named the Hyundai Sonata "Best 2005 Award Winner" in the Sedan category ahead of rivals like the Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, Chevrolet Impala, Chevrolet Malibu, Mitsubishi Galant, Ford Five Hundred, Mercury Montego, and Chrysler 300. The all-new Sonata was design ... Continue reading
2007 Hyundai Accent GS and SE Arrive
Nov 1, 2005
35 Custom Accessories Will Enable Accent Owners to Personalize Their Vehicle LAS VEGAS, Nov. 1 -- Hyundai Motor America unveiled the 2007 Accent SE three-door at the 2005 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show today. Poised for even greater popularity, the new 2007 Accent three-door model (available in GS a ... Continue reading
Hyundai Reports October 2005 Sales
Nov 1, 2005
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Nov. 1 -- Hyundai Motor America sold 29,413 units during the month of October. Year-to-date sales of Hyundai vehicles in the U.S. are up 7.6 percent over the same period, 2004. The all-new Sonata led sales in October with 9,676 units, up 13 percent over last year. "Automobile buyers in the U.S. ... Continue reading
Hyundai Will Broaden People-Mover Lineup With Entourage Minivan
Oct 27, 2005
Vehicle Expands Line Which Will Include All-New 7-Passenger SUV and 6-Passenger Cross-Over FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 27 -- Hyundai Motor America announced today that it will introduce the Hyundai Entourage minivan to the U.S. market in spring 2006. The Entourage will later be joined by two other all-new vehicles wi ... Continue reading
Hyundai Struggling to Up Sales in Japan
Oct 24, 2005
Korean carmaker seeks to more than double sales to 10,000 units in two years TOKYO October 24, 2005; Kim So-hyun writing for the Korea Hearald reported that while Hyundai Motor Co. is enjoying rising demand in China, India and an improving reputation in North America and Europe, it is still a nobody in neighboring Japa ... Continue reading
Hyundai Neos-3 at 2005 Tokyo Motor Show
Oct 19, 2005
The Neos-3 is a luxury CUV (crossover utility vehicle) that functions like an SUV and feels like a private jet. Outside, the sleek aerodynamic styling looks as impressive as it performs. Front grille and headlights incorporate advanced features for safer driving. Inside, the large display is packed with information tec ... Continue reading
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