Releases

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 10, 2017 – In building on the brand promise to provide customers with a better experience, Hyundai introduces Shopper Assurance, an industry-first nationwide program that streamlines and modernizes the car-buying experience.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 10, 2017 - The highlight of the show will be the announcement of a new program aimed at updating the car-buying process for the modern shopper.

ANAHEIM, Calif., Sept. 28, 2017 – Hyundai Motor America debuts the all-new 2018 Accent at the 2017 Orange County International Auto Show. The 2018 Accent enters its fifth generation by building on the strengths of its predecessors with Hyundai’s modern engineering prowess.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 27, 2017 - Hyundai Motor America will be holding a press conference at its headquarters in Fountain Valley, CA to debut the next step in its landmark Assurance program.

BAYTOWN, Texas, Sept. 25, 2017 – Today, Hyundai marked its 3-millionth Elantra sold in the United States by commemorating the achievement of one brave individual in Baytown, Texas, a city near Houston severely impacted by flooding caused by Hurricane Harvey.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 22, 2017 - Press conference will debut the all-new 2018 Accent for the first time in the U.S. Thursday, Sept. 28 at 10:00 A.M. Pacific Time at the Anaheim Convention Center

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 18, 2017 – The J.D. Power 2017 U.S. Tech Experience Index StudySM, named the 2017 Hyundai Elantra highest in overall owner experience with vehicle technology in the compact segment. The study measures owner experience for usage and interaction with driver-centric vehicle technology.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 15, 2017 –Kyung Soo (Kenny) Lee, one of the most respected leaders in Hyundai’s global operation, has been named president and CEO of Hyundai Motor America. Mr. Lee will be responsible for Hyundai’s U.S. sales and marketing and will take over president and CEO duties starting on September 18.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 31, 2017 – Like college football teams across the country, Hyundai is finishing up its preseason preparations for the seventh consecutive year of its successful college football marketing initiative.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 28, 2017 – The communications team at Hyundai Motor America has added Hyundai veteran Brandon Ramirez as the senior group manager of Product Communications.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 24, 2017 – Hyundai Motor America named Michele Tinson manager of Midwest product public relations.

August 17, 2017 – Hyundai Motor hints at striking design and impressive capabilities of its next generation hydrogen vehicle at preview event

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 1, 2017 – Hyundai Motor America today reported July sales of Hyundai and Genesis branded vehicles of 54,063 units, a 28 percent decline compared with the company’s best July ever in 2016.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 27, 2017 – For millions of Americans, one of the most frustrating parts of every workday is the traffic-clogged slog they face on their daily commutes.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 27, 2017 – Hyundai believes that its customers deserve peace of mind when their vehicles are serviced at Hyundai dealers. To continue making the customer experience better, Hyundai Motor America has brought on industry veteran David VandeLinde to be the new director of Dealer Service and Parts Process. In this...

2018 Tucson Fuel Cell – No 2018 MY coming, but an extended 2017 model year availability

The Accent is an all-new model for 2018. The hatchback body style has been dropped.

The 2018 Hyundai Elantra sedan is a carryover from the all-new 2017 model.

The Elantra GT is an all-new model for 2018.

There will not be a 2018 Veloster due to a long 2017 model year.

2018 Ioniq Plug-in Hybrid adds another compelling eco-focused offering from the world’s first dedicated electrified vehicle platform

The Sonata is redesigned for 2018.

The 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid are still under development. Stay tuned for more information.

2018 Hyundai Azera – U.S. Market Availability Discontinued

The Hyundai Kona is an all-new CUV joining the Hyundai lineup in 2018.

2018 Tucson Summary of Changes

The 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe is a carryover from 2017.

Below is a summary of changes to the Hyundai lineup for 2018 model year. This document will be updated regularly, creating a one-stop shop for the most up-to-date Hyundai vehicle lineup news.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 3, 2017

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 28, 2017 –Hyundai’s 2018 Sonata and Elantra GT have been recognized as finalists in the 2017 International Design Excellence Awards® (IDEA) by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) for their striking and bold design. IDEA highlights outstanding and unique design in a wide range of categories such...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 23, 2017 – Dean Evans, the chief marketing officer (CMO) for Hyundai Motor America, was selected as one of The World’s Most Influential CMOs by Forbes . Dean was ranked No. 29 and was the second-highest CMO from a global automaker in the 2017 report , developed by Forbes in partnership with Sprinklr and...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 21, 2017 – World Archery is making a stop in Salt Lake City for stage three of the 2017 Hyundai Archery World Cup on June 20-25, 2017. In this global competition, sponsored by Hyundai Motor Company, archers compete in four stages across four different countries. The best from each category advance to the finals...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 19, 2017 – Driving the most fuel efficient vehicle in America doesn’t mean you have to compromise on its appearance as the 2017 Hyundai Ioniq received the 2017 Green Good Design Award™ from the Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design and the European Centre for Architecture Art Design and...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 16, 2017 – An impressive streak in customer loyalty continues for its eighth year in a row, as Hyundai is again ranked No. 1 in the automotive industry in the Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Engagement Index . Brand Keys, a New York–based customer loyalty and engagement consultancy, publishes this annual...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 14, 2017 – The 2018 Hyundai Sonata , with a dramatic new exterior design, an impressive list of standard safety features, and a new eight-speed automatic transmission in 2.0T models, once again sets the standard in the mid-size sedan segment. Pricing throughout the lineup delivers consumers a compelling choice,...

Fast Facts: Now in its sixth generation, Elantra has achieved more than 2.9 million sales since its launch in the U.S. Assembled in both Montgomery, Alabama and Ulsan, South Korea EPA Size Classification: Midsize (a class-above Chevrolet Cruise and Ford Focus)

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June

June 13, 2017 – Hyundai Motor has unveiled the latest vehicle in its expanding line-up of stylish SUVs, the Kona compact SUV. With a strong, impactful design and uncompromised individuality, the Kona is designed to appeal to modern customers with active lifestyles.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 7, 2017

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 2, 2017 – The award-winning Hyundai Santa Fe lineup continues to improve for the 2018 model year. Building upon major 2017 enhancements such as fresh exterior design and LED lighting signatures to additional infotainment, safety features and new Drive Mode selection, an all-new Value package on the Santa Fe Sport...