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SEOUL, August 26, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) today announced to host ‘Hydrogen Wave’, a global virtual forum which represents the Group’s plans for a new 'wave’ of hydrogen-based products and technologies. The forum will also provide a revealing insight into the Group’s future vision of a sustainable hydrogen society.

SEOUL, August 24, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Company today announced that it won 17 design awards, including two ‘Best of Best’ and 15 ‘Winner’ honors, at the Red Dot Award: Brands & Communication Design 2021, hosted by Germany’s Design Zentrum Nordrhein Westfalen.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 19, 2021 – Hyundai today unveiled its thrilling all-new 2022 ELANTRA N for the North American market in a virtual debut. With the introduction of ELANTRA N, Hyundai has rounded-out its N brand line-up of ‘Everyday Sports Cars.’ ELANTRA N is a high-performance variant of the new Elantra.

LOS ANGELES/SEOUL, August 17, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group announced today the launch of EnableLA, a new universal mobility service to assist people with mobility barriers in Los Angeles, California.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 17, 2021 – The 2021 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid, Kona, Ioniq Hybrid and Elantra Hybrid have earned spots on U.S. News & World Report’s 2021 “Best New Cars for Teens” list. In the crowded sedan & SUV marketplace, Hyundai stands out for its advanced safety, Bluelink connected car system and driver assistance...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 12, 2021 – Hyundai will present the North American reveal of the all-new 2022 Elantra N on Aug. 19 at 9:45 a.m. PDT (12:45 p.m. EDT). With the introduction of Elantra N, Hyundai rounds out its N brand line-up of ‘Everyday Sports Cars.’

SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Aug. 3, 2021 – Hyundai today provided top U.S. media the first opportunity to drive it’s exhilarating Kona N high performance SUV at a Santa Cruz media event. Hyundai’s Kona N conveys its high-performance philosophy and ambition for sustainable driving fun. Kona N is not only the latest addition to Hyundai’s growing...

SANTA CRUZ, Calif., Aug. 3, 2021 – Hyundai today gave top U.S. media the first opportunity to drive its highly anticipated Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle. The 2022 Santa Cruz breaks new ground within the SUV, Truck and Crossover segments by offering a true Sport Adventure Vehicle unlike anything else in the U.S. market.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 2, 2021 – Hyundai today announced the addition of a new, rugged Santa Fe XRT trim with a bold, new look for enthusiasts. The Santa Fe XRT offers new exterior styling attributes distinct from standard Santa Fe models, including XRT-exclusive wheels and special dark exterior elements.

Debut takes place on Aug. 19, at 12:45 p.m. Eastern Time

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 28, 2021 – The Hyundai Palisade has been recognized as Best-in-Class Midsize Crossover for its design, utility and user-friendly features by the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA). The Palisade is the fifth NEMPA Winter Award recipient for the Hyundai brand of SUVs. Since its introduction in 2019, the...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif./SEOUL, July 26, 2021 — Hyundai Motor Company today announced its plan to deploy the company’s latest hydrogen fuel cell electric heavy-duty trucks in California, for two publicly funded projects to improve the air quality in the region. The demo trucks that Hyundai will bring into the United States are developed...

DETROIT / SEOUL, July 23, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group Honorary Chairman, Mong-Koo Chung, has been officially inducted into the Automotive Hall of Fame at the 2020/2021 Induction and Awards Ceremony. The industry’s top honor was presented to the class of 2020 at a celebration held at the ICON Convention Center in Detroit on July 22.

SEOUL, July 19, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Company today announced a three-year partnership with the Vitra Design Museum, one of the world’s leading design museums, to host innovative travelling exhibits focusing on the future of technology, mobility and sustainability.

SEOUL, July 13, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Company announced that it will begin a test operation of its RoboShuttle (named after ‘Robot’ and ‘Shuttle’) service on August 9. The demand-responsive, high-occupancy vehicle service, powered by autonomous driving and Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology, will operate along a 6.1-km route in...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 12, 2021 – Hyundai today revealed pricing and packaging details for its highly anticipated Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle, starting at $23,990. The 2022 Santa Cruz breaks new ground within the SUV, Truck and Crossover segments by offering a true Sport Adventure Vehicle unlike anything else on the U.S. market.

SEOUL/TORONTO, July 8, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation have signed a memorandum of understanding with Next Hydrogen Corporation, a Canadian company specializing in water electrolysis technology and a subsidiary of Next Hydrogen Solutions Inc., bolstering their efforts to usher in a global hydrogen society through...

SEOUL, July 7, 2021 — If you thought you knew Hyundai Sonata, you’re about to ‘do a 180’. Hyundai Motor Company’s Sonata N Line sport sedan revs up the new Paramount Pictures’ action film Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins, which makes its global debut on July 23, 2021.

SEOUL, July 7, 2021 — Hyundai Motor UK has dominated the 2021 Auto Express New Car Awards winning six highly coveted trophies, including the Car of the Year Award for the all-electric IONIQ 5. The IONIQ 5 was also named best Mid-Size Company Car and best Premium Electric Car by Auto Express and secured the prestigious Design trophy. In...

SEOUL, July 6, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) today announced that five key affiliate companies, including Hyundai Motor Company (Hyundai Motor) and Kia Corporation (Kia), will join Climate Group’s RE100, a global initiative committed to moving toward 100 percent renewable energy. Joining 300 other global companies, the Group plans...

SEOUL/ PROVIDENCE, RI, July 6, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group (Hyundai) and Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) today announced a research collaboration exploring new relationships between advanced technologies, public environments and personal experiences.

Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) announced its 2021 ZER01NE Accelerator, an open innovation platform to facilitate collaboration between startups and the Group on various projects. This program aims to discover valuable startups and explore the possibilities of strategic usage of their innovative technologies.

SEOUL, JULY 1, 2021 — Hyundai Hydrogen Mobility’s fleet of XCIENT Fuel Cell trucks has collectively exceeded 1 million kilometers of driving in only 11 months of service in Switzerland. During that time, the fleet has reduced CO2 emissions by over an estimated 630 tons, compared to diesel-powered vehicles.

Following is a summary of changes to the Hyundai lineup for 2022 model year. This document will be updated regularly, creating a one-stop overview for the most up-to-date news on the Hyundai vehicle lineup.

SEOUL, June 29, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Company today released a special brand video—starring BTS, worldwide pop icon and Hyundai Motor’s global brand ambassador—to celebrate the completion of Hyundai Motor Group’s acquisition of Boston Dynamics.

SINGAPORE/SEOUL, June 22, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group and Grab Holdings Inc. (Grab) today announced an enhancement of their ongoing strategic partnership in mobility services. The next phase of the partnership will focus on accelerating EV adoption in Southeast Asia. The Group, including Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation which are the...

Montgomery, Ala. June 22, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama (HMMA) celebrated the launch of the all-new 2022 Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle on Tuesday, June 22, 2021. The Santa Cruz joins the Sonata and Elantra sedans and Santa Fe and Tucson SUVs on the Montgomery assembly line. This addition marks the first time HMMA has...

SEOUL, June 21, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Company today revealed the first glimpse of Elantra N (sold as Avante N in South Korea), the latest addition to its high-performance N range. This is Hyundai Motors’ sixth N brand model, following the unveiling of Kona N in April this year.

BOSTON/SEOUL/TOKYO, June 21, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group (the Group), Boston Dynamics, Inc. and SoftBank Group Corp. (SoftBank), today announced the completion of the Group’s acquisition of a controlling interest in Boston Dynamics from SoftBank, following the receipt of regulatory approvals and other customary closing conditions.

SEOUL, June 16, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group (The Group) announced today that its dedicated world-leading hydrogen fuel cell system brand, HTWO, will make its motorsports debut, providing its fuel cell generator to the ETCR (Electric Touring Car Racing) category.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 16, 2021 – Hyundai and Marvel Studios have come together to launch the next big phase of Hyundai’s “Question Everything” marketing blitz. This first-ever co-branded creative campaign introduces the all-new 2022 Tucson in exciting new spots featuring Marvel characters from four different Disney+ series.

SEOUL, June 16, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Euisun Chung is visiting the U.S. to review the Group’s strategies for future mobility and the direction of technological development.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 9, 2021 – Four Hyundai vehicles were featured in Good Housekeeping’s Best New Family Cars for 2021.

LEATHERHEAD/SEOUL, June 8, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Euisun Chung has today been honored with the Issigonis Trophy at the 2021 Autocar Awards ceremony.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 7, 2021 – Hyundai and Disney have developed an original creative campaign to introduce the all-new 2022 Tucson in an unforgettable way. The collaboration extends Hyundai’s “Question Everything” creative platform for Tucson with custom TV ads and digital content featuring talent and characters from The...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 27, 2021 – Hyundai today released the highlight video of its IONIQ 5 premiere. The 2022 IONIQ 5 disrupts the EV market with its ultra-fast charging, Vehicle-to-Load power capability and targeted driving range of 300 miles. IONIQ 5 rides on Hyundai’s exclusive Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) that allows...

SEOUL, May 25, 2021 — Hyundai Motor Company today released images of its newly upgraded XCIENT Fuel Cell, the world’s first mass-produced, heavy-duty truck powered by hydrogen.

Reston, VA (May 24, 2021) – Electrify America today announced a new agreement with Hyundai to provide all-electric Hyundai IONIQ 5 drivers with two years of unlimited 30-minute complimentary charging sessions from the date of purchase at Electrify America charging stations.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 24, 2021 – Hyundai Motor North America today introduced the all-new IONIQ 5, an electric crossover utility vehicle (CUV) with a targeted driving range of 300 miles, design inspired by Hyundai’s ‘45’ EV concept, relevant technology and best-in-class ultra-fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in just 18...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 24, 2021 – Hyundai will present the all-new 2022 IONIQ 5 to the North American market today at 12:00 p.m. PT (3:00 p.m. ET).