Releases

SEOUL, Korea, April 26, 2018 – Hyundai Motor Company, Official Partner of FIFA, received around 160,000 slogan recommendations from global football fans and today announced the Final Top 3 slogans for each of the 32 qualified countries participating in the ‘Be There With Hyundai (BTWH)’ campaign.

SEOUL, April 25, 2018 – Hyundai Motor unveiled a new strategic model for the Chinese market at the 2018 Beijing International Automotive Exhibition (Auto China 2018) today, as the company embraces the growing younger generation in the world’s largest automotive market.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 24, 2018 – Leading cost and value analysis group Vincentric has once again recognized Hyundai for delivering exceptional value, recognizing the 2018 Elantra SE and 2018 Ioniq Hybrid Blue with its Best Fleet Value in America awards. The award marks the third consecutive win for the Elantra SE in the Compact...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 24, 2018 – The all-new 2018 Hyundai Kona’s sleek and modern interior was acknowledged by the editors of WardsAuto today, which named it to this year’s Wards 10 Best Interiors list.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 23, 2018 – San Tan Hyundai in Gilbert, Arizona has been named the Top Service Satisfaction dealer in the nation for 2017 by SureCritic. This honor is based on the 2017 overall rating of 4.80 from 4,863 completed surveys. SureCritic is a third-party review site that publicly features owner-generated ratings and...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 19, 2018 – Leading up to the 2018 NFL Draft, Hyundai is going beyond statistics, combine results and collegiate accomplishments to document the extraordinary paths to the NFL of four top prospects. Returning for a second season, Rolling with the Rookies presented by Hyundai is a four-episode content series that...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 19, 2018 – The refreshed 2018 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid adopts the distinctive design of the recently released gasoline model while delivering 42 miles per gallon (EPA-estimated combined MPG), feature enhancements and a lower starting price. The starting price for the 2018 Sonata Hybrid is $25,500, a $500 reduction...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 17, 2018 – Hyundai Motor America and Verisk, a leading data analytics provider, today announced an alignment to bring usage-based insurance (UBI) programs to Hyundai customers in the future meaning lower insurance premiums for drivers. Hyundai Motor America has signed an agreement to join the Verisk Data...

SEOUL, April 16, 2018 – Hyundai Motor Company, South Korea’s largest automaker and proud Official Partner of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, is pleased to announce the launch of the “Hyundai World Football Heritage” contest in the lead up to world’s most prestigious football event.

SEOUL, April 9, 2018 – Hyundai Motor has won two of this year’s Red Dot Design Awards, one of the most renowned international design and innovation prizes. Hyundai’s Fuel Cell vehicle NEXO and the subcompact SUV Kona were awarded in the Cars and Motorcycles category.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., April 3, 2018 – Hyundai Motor America reported March sales of Hyundai- and Genesis-branded vehicles of 61,540 units, an 11 percent decline in comparison with March 2017. Sales were paced by the best SUV sales month in company history, cracking 25,000 units for the first time and up 25 percent over last March.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 29, 2018 – Today, Hyundai Hope On Wheels® (HHOW), a 501c3 nonprofit organization, celebrates its 20th year in the fight against pediatric cancer and announces plans to exceed $145 million toward pediatric cancer research. In celebration of its 20th anniversary, HHOW will host its annual launch event at the New...

NEW YORK, March 28, 2018 – Hyundai Motor America today unveiled the all-new 2019 Santa Fe SUV for the U.S. market at the New York International Auto Show. As the best-selling SUV in the brand’s 32-year history in America—with sales of more than 1.5 million units—the Santa Fe represents Hyundai’s strong SUV heritage and continues its...

NEW YORK, March 28, 2018 – The redesigned 2019 Tucson enters the highly competitive compact CUV market with upgrades inside and out, including a new cascading grille, new center stack design, more advanced safety features and available Qi wireless charging. Following 12 consecutive monthly sales records for the current model year, the 2019...

NEW YORK, March 28, 2018 – Hyundai today unveiled the U.S.-market version of its convention-breaking Kona Electric crossover at the New York Auto Show. Kona Electric rides on an all-new CUV platform and is Hyundai’s first compact electric crossover for the U.S. market, appealing to consumers with active, eco-focused lifestyles of all kinds....

SEOUL, March 27, 2018 – Hyundai Motor Company began sales of its NEXO fuel cell electric vehicle today in Korea following very successful pre-orders.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 26, 2018 – Hyundai Motor America will be live-streaming its press conference at the 2018 New York International Auto Show, allowing a wider audience to find out all the news about the 2019 Santa Fe, refreshed Tucson and Kona Electric. Media, fans and enthusiasts around the world whom cannot attend the show can...

AUSTIN, Texas (March 25, 2018) – Bryan Herta Autosport with Curb-Agajanian put in one of the most dominant performances in a debut in Pirelli World Challenge history this weekend at Circuit of the America (COTA) in the Pirelli World Challenge Grand Prix of Texas with back-to-back TCR 1-2 placings with Mark Wilkins and Michael Lewis in the BHA...

AUSTIN, Texas (March 24, 2018) – It was a dominant performance for Michael Lewis and Mark Wilkins Saturday at Circuit of the Americas (COTA) in the inaugural running of the all-new TCR class in the Pirelli World Challenge Grand Prix of Texas with an impressive 1-2 finish in their Bryan Herta Autosport with Curb-Agajanian Hyundai i30 N TCR cars.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 23, 2018 – Continuing an impressive streak, Hyundai has been ranked first in customer loyalty in the automotive industry for the ninth consecutive year according to the Brand Keys Customer Loyalty Engagement Index.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 21, 2018 – Hyundai’s Tucson Sport is now equipped with a 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder GDI producing 181 horsepower and 175 lb.-ft. of torque, an advantage over key competitors the Toyota RAV4 and Nissan Rogue. Peak torque delivery starts at 4,000 rpm, similar to the majority of segment competitors,...

Arjeplog, March 15, 2018 – At Hyundai Mobis Proving Ground in Sweden, just an hour’s drive away from the Article Circle, Hyundai Motor Company subjects its latest electrified vehicles to the most extreme sub-zero conditions.

LOS ANGELES, March 15, 2018 – For the second consecutive year, Hyundai will be the Official Automotive Partner of the Skechers Performance Los Angeles Marathon. The partnership includes a wide range of race weekend activations through which runners and spectators will have the opportunity to experience Hyundai's newest models. The March 18th...

GENEVA, March 6, 2018 – Hyundai celebrates the world premiere of the All-New Kona Electric, the New Generation Hyundai Santa Fe and the concept car ‘Le Fil Rouge’ at the 88th Geneva Motor Show. The European debut of the All-New Hyundai NEXO, the world’s first dedicated hydrogen-powered SUV, will be a further highlight of Hyundai’s...

GENEVA, March 6, 2018 – Hyundai Motor today unveiled the ‘Le Fil Rouge (HDC-1)’ concept at the 2018 Geneva International Motor Show, marking a new era for Hyundai design and providing a glimpse of its future design cues. As its name implies, Le Fil Rouge (common thread) is a reflection of Hyundai’s belief that the brand’s past,...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 5, 2018 – Further proof of Hyundai’s quality across a diverse vehicle lineup has once again been demonstrated as the 2018 Ioniq and 2018 Accent were named among Car and Driver’s Editors’ Choice awards for the Hybrid and Subcompact categories respectively.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 2, 2018 – The communications team at Hyundai Motor America has added Victoria Walden as manager of Social Media and Influencer Engagement. Victoria is responsible for leading Hyundai Motor America’s public relations efforts in influencer activations and social media, along with other traditional public...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., March 1, 2018 – Hyundai Motor America reported February sales of Hyundai- and Genesis-branded vehicles of 46,095 units, a 13 percent decline in comparison with the company’s all-time best February in 2017.

SEOUL, March 1, 2018 – Hyundai Motor Company, South Korea’s largest carmaker, today announced that it has established a new division to enhance its high performance vehicle and motorsport businesses and has appointed a renowned industry expert Thomas Schemera to lead the new division.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 27, 2018 – Hyundai’s reputation in delivering incredible value for its customers continues as leading cost and value analysis group Vincentric named the 2018 Elantra its Best Value award winner for the Compact class. This marks Elantra’s second Best Value award win and continues to highlight the long-term...

SEOUL, Feb. 21, 2018 – Hyundai Motor today celebrated the world premiere of the fourth-generation Santa Fe at its Motorstudio Goyang. As the best-selling SUV in the brand’s 32-year history in America—with sales of more than 1.5 million units—the Santa Fe represents Hyundai’s strong SUV heritage and continues its success story. Going...

SEOUL, Feb. 19, 2018 – It’s been a busy start to the year for Hyundai’s next-generation fuel cell vehicle NEXO, scheduled to be released in Korea next month. Unveiled at CES 2018 as the technological flagship of Hyundai’s growing eco-vehicle portfolio, the NEXO SUV model is set to spearhead Hyundai Motor’s plans to accelerate...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 14, 2018 – Hyundai’s Tucson received the distinct honor of most dependable Small SUV by J.D. Power in their 2018 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS). Released today, the annual Vehicle Dependability Study shows Tucson ranked highest in its class, beating out leading competitors. The Tucson offers sporty styling,...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Feb. 9, 2018 – Hyundai is one of the leading brands for Top Safety Pick+ and Top Safety Pick awards in 2018, with a total of eight models being recognized. The 2018 Hyundai Elantra has earned the highest safety rating by the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) with a Top Safety Pick+ rating when equipped with...

CHICAGO, Feb. 8, 2018 – Having already been recognized for its innovative design and leading safety features in recent months, the 2018 Hyundai Sonata now has been awarded Kelley Blue Book’s 5-Year Cost to Own award for the mid-size class. Furthermore, Hyundai was named the top non-luxury brand overall, highlighting its continued emphasis...

CHICAGO, Feb. 8, 2018 – Hyundai today unveiled its redesigned 2018 Sonata Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid models at the Chicago Auto Show, the largest in the U.S.

CHICAGO, Feb. 8, 2018 – Consumers shopping for Hyundai vehicles now have an easier and faster way to buy a car, with the national availability of Hyundai Shopper Assurance. The industry-first program, which modernizes the car-buying experience, was launched in late 2017 in four markets and will begin rolling out tomorrow at participating...

CHICAGO, Feb. 8, 2018 – Hyundai today announced a new partnership with Bryan Herta Autosport, creating a factory-sponsored race team drawing expertise from its new N performance models to compete in the 2018 Pirelli World Challenge Touring Car Racing (TCR) class. Bryan Herta Autosport will fine-tune two versions of Hyundai’s i30 N TCR...

SEOUL, Feb. 6, 2018 – Hyundai Motor unveils its first images of the New Generation Santa Fe which will celebrate its world premiere in February 2018. The company’s largest passenger car, it represents Hyundai’s strong SUV heritage and continues its global success story. The fourth generation Santa Fe is a powerful, premium-designed SUV...

CHICAGO, Feb. 5, 2018 – Press Conference will debut the refreshed 2018 Sonata Hybrid, provide an update on Shopper Assurance, Hyundai’s industry-first program that modernizes the car-buying experience and announce a new motorsports program