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FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 14, 2019 – The Hyundai Accent and the Hyundai Tucson have been named the winners of AutoPacific’s annual Vehicle Satisfaction Research studies, respectively earning first place awards in the Best In Class Economy Car and Best In Class Compact Crossover Sport Utility Vehicle categories.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 13, 2019 – The 2020 Hyundai Kona, Santa Fe, and Tucson were all awarded 5-Star Overall Safety Ratings, the highest available overall safety rating issued by the government’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) as a facet of its New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 13, 2019 – Hyundai Motor America has contributed $50,000 to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Foundation’s Workforce Initiative.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 9, 2019 – The 2019 Hyundai NEXO hydrogen fuel cell electric SUV has earned a TOP SAFETY PICK+ award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) for vehicles built after June 2019. The NEXO, which is only available in California, is the first such hydrogen fuel cell vehicle that IIHS has tested.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Aug. 8, 2019 – The 2020 Hyundai Tucson has refreshed its palette of exterior colors and repackaged content for enhanced customer value.

BOARDMAN, Ohio, Aug. 6, 2019 – Recently, at Preston Hyundai of Boardman in Ohio, the Beauchene family took delivery of their all-new 2020 Hyundai Palisade. The Beauchene’s are one of the first to own Hyundai’s new flagship, family-oriented SUV, which was gifted to them by Hyundai Motor America after their heart-warming and selfless story...

A lightning storm delayed, then shortened the Road America 120, followed by intermittent rain and wild track conditions, but nothing could stop young guns and Mason Filippi and Harry Gottsacker from a perfect race, which resulted in their first IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge victory.

Road America, Elkhart Lake, WI 4.048-mile road course, features 14 turns Race: Saturday, August 3, 2019 at 4:05 pm CT (2 Hours) TV: LIVE on IMSA.TV, IMSA Radio. NBC Sports Network Monday, August 12th, 2019 at 3pm ET Live updates are available throughout the weekend on social media and www.bryanhertaautosport.com

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Aug. 1, 2019 – Hyundai Motor America reported July sales of 57,340 units, a 12% increase in comparison with July 2018 and the 12th straight month of increasing total sales on a comparative monthly basis.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 31, 2019 – Hyundai Motor America, a strong advocate for standardizing effective safety technologies, praises the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), Congress, Consumer Reports and the automotive industry for working together to make rear seat reminder systems standard features on new vehicles...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 30, 2019 – Hyundai has added the availability of Smart Cruise Control and interior accent choices on 2020 Kona models. 2020 Kona models are available now.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 30, 2019 – Hyundai’s Veloster and Veloster Turbo models have increased standard equipment and enhanced key exterior design elements for the 2020 model year. The 2020 Veloster and Veloster Turbo are on sale now.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 30, 2019 – Hyundai has added new safety features and repackaged equipment on the 2020 Santa Fe for enhanced customer value. The 2020 Santa Fe is on sale now.

Hyundai scored their first IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge double podium today, dominating the Lime Rock Park 120. It was a flag to flag victory for the #98 Veloster N TCR car driven by Michael Lewis and Mark Wilkins and a third-place finish for the #21 Veloster N TCR with Harry Gottsacker and Mason Filippi. At just 1.4 miles, Lime Rock Park is...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., July 22, 2019 – The 2020 Hyundai Accent has a new Smartstream G1.6 Dual Port Injection (DPI) engine and a Smartstream Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT). These changes increase Accent’s EPA estimated fuel economy to 33 mpg city, 41 highway, 36 combined, up considerably from the 28 city, 38 highway, 32 combined...

SEOUL, July 18, 2019 – Hyundai Motor Group has developed the world’s first Active Shift Control (ASC) transmission technology. The innovation optimizes transmission efficiency by monitoring gear shifts 500 times per second, precisely adjusting the transmission rotation speed to for faster shift times. The new technology will premiere in the...

Lime Rock Park 1.478-mile road course, features 7 turns “classic course” Race: Saturday, July 20, 2019 at 11:10am ET (2 Hours) TV: LIVE on IMSA.TV, IMSA Radio. NBC Sports Network Friday, July 26th, 2019 at 2pm Live updates are available throughout the weekend on social media and www.bryanhertaautosport.com

A few months back, I was extremely excited to receive an invitation from our partners at Hyundai to attend a special event at the Nürburgring in June that would take place alongside the WTCR and 24-Hour race weekend there. I didn’t know exactly what I was in store for, but as The 24 Hours or Nürburgring is an event I have heard so much...

Below is a summary of changes to the Hyundai lineup for 2020 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 9, 2019 – Audiences of Hyundai’s advertising in the U.S. will have a new and recognizable voice as actor, director, and producer Jason Bateman will provide the voice- overs for its national traditional and digital advertising.

SEOUL, July 8, 2019 – Hyundai Motor Company today released a blockbuster video advert that marks the global debut of its newest entry sports utility vehicle, the Venue.

Canadian Tire Motorsports Park 2.459-mile road course, features 10 turns Race: Saturday, July 6, 2019 at 1:55pm ET (2 Hours) TV: LIVE on IMSA.TV, IMSA Radio and Thursday, July 11, 2019 at 6pm on NBC Sports Network Live updates are available throughout the weekend on social media and www.bryanhertaautosport.com

SEOUL, July 2, 2019 – Hyundai Motor Group has developed the world’s first Continuously Variable Valve Duration (CVVD) technology to feature in future Hyundai and Kia vehicles. The innovation was revealed at Hyundai Motorstudio Goyang on Wednesday alongside the Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi the first engine to feature the technology.

The Bryan Herta Autosport Hyundai Veloster N TCR’s set the pace at Watkins Glen. Michael Lewis scored the first pole position for the team and Hyundai in IMSA competition on Friday. Both team cars took turns leading the race on Saturday despite varied conditions on the track.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 26, 2019 – In recognition of pride month and as part of Hyundai’s ongoing support for the LGBTQ community, the company is debuting an original branded content series that gives voice to some of the best up-and-coming LGBTQ talent. The OUT for Greatness presented by Hyundai film series will feature three...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 25, 2019 – In the next several months, Hyundai dealers across the country that subscribe to Hailer service through CDK Global, Inc. (Nasdaq: CDK) can give millions of owners easy access to Lyft rides while their vehicles are being serviced. Through Hailer™, a first-of-its-kind application developed by CDK in...

SEOUL, June 24, 2019 – As the presenting sponsor of Christie’s 2019 Art+Tech Summit: The A.I. Revolution, Hyundai Motor Company will help explore the interactive relationship between artificial intelligence and the art world.

Cannes, France – June 20, 2019 – Today, at the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity, Live Nation, the world’s leading live entertainment company, unveiled a suite of customizable augmented reality products, unlocking more immersive ways for fans to connect with artists and brands at live music events across the globe.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 19, 2019 – New-vehicle quality across the entire Hyundai lineup resulted in the company being ranked as the second-highest non-premium brand in J.D. Power’s 2019 U.S. Initial Quality Study (IQS) for the second consecutive year.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 18, 2019 – MotorTrend is giving fans a closer look into the Hyundai-IMSA racing action and highlighting the Veloster N TCR in a new six episode series called Pole Position: Next Level.

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho – June 18, 2019 – Hyundai today introduced its new flagship premium three-row Palisade SUV to U.S. media at its driving introduction in scenic Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. The 2020 Palisade rides on an all-new SUV chassis with exceptional second- and third-row roominess coupled with generous cargo area and reconfiguration...

SEOUL, June 17, 2019 – Hyundai Motor Company has opened the FIFA World Football Museum presented by Hyundai in Paris, putting the history of female football in the global limelight and celebrating its steadfast progress.

SEOUL/KARUIZAWA, June 17, 2019 — Hyundai Motor Group’s Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) Euisun Chung called for immediate action to ensure a ‘sustainable Earth’ in his address to G20 energy Ministers in Karuizawa, Japan.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 12, 2019 – The Hyundai Kona was awarded Best-in-Class Subcompact SUV by the New England Motor Press Association (NEMPA). This marks the second year in a row that Kona has been recognized by NEMPA in its Winter Vehicle Awards.

SEOUL/LOS ANGELES, June 11, 2019 – “Beyond Line: The Art of Korean Writing,” the first major U.S. survey to examine the history of Korean calligraphy, will be accessible to the public through a partnership between Hyundai Motor Company and the Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA).

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., – June 11, 2019 – Hyundai has released pricing for its new premium flagship three-row Palisade SUV. The 2020 Palisade rides on an all-new SUV chassis with exceptional second- and third-row roominess coupled with generous cargo area and reconfiguration flexibility. The Palisade is produced in Ulsan, Korea and will be...

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., June 3, 2019 – Hyundai Motor America reported May sales of 66,121 units, a 2% increase in comparison with May 2018 and the tenth straight month of increasing total sales on a comparative basis.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 31, 2019 – In one of the industry’s most demanding vehicle crash tests, the redesigned 2019 Hyundai Veloster received a TOP SAFETY PICK award from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).

SEOUL, May 30, 2019 – Celebrating the continuous strides made by female athletes, Hyundai Motor Company will sponsor the FIFA Women’s World Cup France 2019™, with schemes including vehicle supply, participatory activities and athletes’ biographies.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., May 28, 2019 – Hyundai Motor America has named automotive industry veteran Randy Parker vice president of National Sales. Mr. Parker will be responsible for all aspects of sales and distribution of Hyundai vehicles in the U.S., including sales strategies, fleet and certified pre-owned operations, dealer relations,...