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Hyundai giving $200 a car to children's cancer charity this month

Filed under: Etc., Hyundai, Earnings/Financials

With National Childhood Cancer Awareness month underway, Hyundai Motor America has announced plans to donate $100,000 to 68 hospitals and non-profit organizations ($6.8 million total) in the form of "Hope Grants." The bulk of the money will be raised by Hyundai's U.S. sales network, now more than 800 dealers strong, who will contribute $200 from the sale of each vehicle in September.
"While we've made progress over the last few decades and now have an 85 percent cure rate, cancer still takes more lives than any other childhood disease," said John Krafcik, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor America. "This September, in support of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, Hyundai will shine a nationwide spotlight on this cause and provide more than $6 million in grants for pediatric cancer research and support programs. We love taking on big challenges at Hyundai, and we can think of no more worthy challenge than finding a cure for all forms of pediatric cancer."
Hyundai's Hope on Wheels program has supported the fight against childhood cancer for the past twelve years. By the end of this year, the program will have awarded more than $23 million to hospitals and non-profit organizations across the country. To learn more about the program, or donate directly, visit Hyundai Hope on Wheels .

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Hyundai giving $200 a car to children's cancer charity this month originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 06 Sep 2010 08:31:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Paris Preview: Hyundai ix20 MPV sketched

Filed under: Concept Cars, Minivan/Van, Paris Motor Show, Hyundai

Hyundai ix20 Concept - Click above for high-res image

When it comes to designing an MPV, it's difficult to move beyond the standard two-box form. That's where Hyundai's "fluidic sculpture" design language comes into play. Penned by the automaker's European R&D studio in Rüsselsheim, Germany and set to debut at Paris Motor Show at the end of the month, the ix20 attempts to add a level of style to the utilitarian MPV segment.

There's no word on an engine or output, but Hyundai says the soiree in Paris will have a heavy focus on the brand's BlueDrive drivetrains, and joining the ix20 on stage will be a refreshed i10 city car, complete with a new 1.0-liter engine. Full details in the press blast after the break.

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Paris Preview: Hyundai ix20 MPV sketched originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 02 Sep 2010 16:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Mark Phelan's corner: Hyundai's Tiburon to make January debut in Detroit

The eagerly awaited replacement for Hyundai's Tiburon sporty coupe will probably debut at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next January.

www.topix.net | 9/2/10 8:27 PM
Hyundai's domestic sales jump 17% in August
The company had sold 24,401 units in the domestic market in August 2009, Hyundai Motor India Ltd (HMIL) said in a statement. economictimes.indiatimes.com | 9/1/10 9:34 AM
Hyundai Sonata steering investigated in US
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration in the US believes there may be faults in the steering of the Hyundai Sonata 2011 model. story.venezuelastar.com | 9/1/10 9:01 AM
Hyundai Motor August sales dip due to holidays
Hyundai Motor Co posted on Wednesday its poorest sales in six months, as demand weakened in the summer vacation period, but it fared better than smaller rivals after introducing an upgraded car in its domestic market. economictimes.indiatimes.com | 9/1/10 6:56 AM
US regulators probe Hyundai Sonata steering
US safety regulators have opened a preliminary investigation into claims Hyundai Motor Co's ,Sonata sedan, over reports that it may have steering problems. economictimes.indiatimes.com | 8/31/10 7:16 PM
Report: NHTSA investigating steering issues on 2011 Hyundai Sonata

Filed under: Sedan, Safety, Hyundai

2011 Hyundai Sonata - Click above for high-res image gallery

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata has only been on sale for a few months, but it's already winning over many American mid-size sedan buyers, and we've been every impressed by what we've found in our first drive and review . However, the rakish new Sonata could face a recall. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has launched an investigation into about 16,300 Sonatas due to potential steering issues.

NHTSA has received reports that cite problems with either a separation of the upper universal joint in the intermediate steering shaft assembly. The result is a complete loss of steering capability, though the universal joint was not completely separated.

Hyundai says that it is unaware of any accidents or injuries connected to this issue and that it is fully cooperating with NHTSA on the investigation. The automaker also says that it had received reports of two vehicles with a steering problem linked to the upper universal joint, but that both were repaired without issue. Expect the results of NHTSA's investigation to be released in the coming weeks.



Photos Copyright (C)2010 Steven J. Ewing / AOL
[Source: The Detroit News ]

Report: NHTSA investigating steering issues on 2011 Hyundai Sonata originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:15:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hyundai to bring Santa Fe to India in Oct
Hyundai Motor India is launching sports utility vehicle Santa Fe in an attempt to capture a slice of the highly competitive SUV market. economictimes.indiatimes.com | 8/30/10 8:20 PM
Nissan, Hyundai reportedly duking it out for No. 2 Asian automaker in U.S.

Filed under: Hyundai, Nissan



Nissan has long been the number three Asian automaker in the U.S., lagging behind both Honda and Toyota on the sales charts. But the Japanese automaker has been on a bit of a roll of late, with 10 straight months of sales gains and an aggressive product onslaught planned for the next 24 months. Nissan would love to unseat Honda to finally sneak up to the number two slot in the States, but a funny thing's happening: Hyundai is doing its best to push Nissan down to number four.

Nissan and Hyundai are currently in a dead heat in U.S. auto sales. Through July, Nissan has sold 522,669 cars and trucks, while Hyundai, when combined with Kia sales, has moved 515,316 vehicles. Hyundai has a treasure-trove of new product on dealer lots lead by the outstanding Sonata sedan. New products like the Kia Sportage and the Elantra are poised to battle hard for increased market share in their perspective segments. Nissan is countering with a new Juke in October, followed by the Leaf EV and the Quest minivan, and wrapping up with another six significantly upgraded vehicles by 2012.

So who do we think will win the battle for number two? Hyundai appears to have most of the momentum at the moment, but Nissan has a larger customer base - at the moment. In fact, we'd be surprised if either automaker surpasses Honda in the next couple years.

[Source: USA Today ]

Nissan, Hyundai reportedly duking it out for No. 2 Asian automaker in U.S. originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:32:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Spy Shots: 2012 Hyundai Sonata (i40) wagon caught testing again

Filed under: Spy Photos, Wagon, Hyundai

2012 Hyundai Sonata (i40) wagon spy shots - Click above for high-res image gallery

It's no secret that we Autobloggers are big fans of wagons. Unfortunately, the market here in the United States isn't as wagon-friendly as those in other corners of the world, and because of this, there are very few examples to choose from - most automakers would rather introduce crossovers, as it's a significantly bigger (and growing) market.

With that in mind, it's unlikely that we'll get a version of this five-door Hyundai Sonata (which will be dubbed "i40" in other markets), though the automaker hasn't officially given America the red light just yet. Aside from the cargolicious rear end, the Sonata wagon caught by the spy shooters at CarPix employs a different chrome treatment at the base of the A-pillar, and we can see that a slightly different front fascia has been adapted. In keeping with the Sonata's sleek design, Hyundai has opted for a more rakish hatch assembly.

While you wait for Hyundai to take the wraps off this load lugger, scroll through the gallery below to see the prototype out on the street.



[Source: CarPix]

Spy Shots: 2012 Hyundai Sonata (i40) wagon caught testing again originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:56:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Spy Shots: Hyundai HED-5 making the rounds

Filed under: Concept Cars, Spy Photos, Minivan/Van, Wagon, Crossover, Hyundai, Design/Style


Hyundai HED-5 prototype captured by Rich Truesdell of Automotive Traveler

Our buddy Rich Truesdell over at Automotive Traveler was out at one of his favorite spy shot locales and came across some Hyundai prototypes under wraps. Among them was a hatchback that Rich initially figured was the new Accent. It turns out it's more likely the production version of the Hyundai HED-5 undergoing testing.

The Elantra -based competitor for the Mazda5 and the forthcoming Ford Grand C-Max - was first shown as a concept at the Geneva Motor Show back in 2008, and then again in Los Angeles where Hyundai quickly confirmed it for production . Things got a bit quiet after that until February of this year when an alert reader sent us pics of a cloaked version of the production microvan undergoing testing in Scandinavia.

The three-row space wagon shows signs that it will be blessed with Hyundai's new Fluidic Sculpture styling, a design language that we are finding very appealing, despite the kooky name. We're not sure what's under the hood, but Hyundai did mention its new 286-hp, 2.0-liter Theta Turbo GDI engine as a possibility when the concept was on the stand in Los Angeles back in '08. That would certainly shake things up in this increasingly popular class, but such a powerful motor doesn't seem likely. However, were it to recceive the force-fed motor, who knows? It could singlehandedly force a business case for a Mazdaspeed5 as well. Hmmm.

Click on over to Automotive Traveler for more pics of the cloaked Hyundai HED-5.




[Source: Automotive Traveler ]

Spy Shots: Hyundai HED-5 making the rounds originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:29:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hyundai to Offer Luxury Models with All-Wheel Drive


We may not have believed it if you told us a few years ago, but Hyundai of all automakers is making serious headway into the premium market, taking on the Japanese luxury marques with aplomb. The Genesis coupe and sedan and the recently launched Equus make for sound arguments, but buyers discounting the rear-drive, premium Korean automobiles for their lack of all-wheel drive - an increasingly popular option on luxury vehicles - are rapidly running out of excuses.

Hyundai has now confirmed that the next-generation of both the Genesis and Equus will be available with all-wheel drive, putting the high-end Hyundais up against Mercedes, BMW, Audi, Volvo, Infiniti, Acura, Cadillac and other luxury marques that offer full traction on their sedans and coupes.

Filed under: Luxury Cars & Autos

Hyundai to Offer Luxury Models with All-Wheel Drive originally appeared on Luxist on Thu, 26 Aug 2010 20:01:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hyundai RB concept for Moscow revealed [w/video]

Filed under: Concept Cars, Budget, Sedan, Hyundai, Russia, Design/Style

Hyundai RB Concept - Click above for high-res image gallery

Hyundai has dropped its new RB concept on the crowd at this year's Moscow Motor Show , and according to our Spanish-speaking sister site, the car you see above is likely to evolve into a genuine Russian-market production model with one of two engines.

On the base side of things, buyers can opt for a 1.4-liter four-cylinder with around 109 horsepower, while those looking for a bit more grunt will be able to snap up a 1.6-liter four-cylinder with around 124 ponies. Both engines should be available with either a five-speed manual transmission or a six-speed automatic.

The mechanicals aren't the kind of hardware we typically get excited about, but we do like the compact sedan's lines. The design borrows plenty of cues from the similarly sultry Sonata , and the look wears well on a smaller craft. So far, it looks like the RB will stick to its Russian borders, but that doesn't mean we won't see a similarly handsome mug on our shores. From what we can gather , the next-generation Accent will be very similar to what you see above. Small things like fascias and tail lights may change, but the overall car is the successor to the Hyundai compact throne. Hit the jump for a look at a video of the concept as well as the full press release.



[Source: Autoblog Spanish ]

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Hyundai RB concept for Moscow revealed [w/video] originally appeared on Autoblog on Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hyundai India to raise car prices by 1-1.2%
Arvind Saxena, director of marketing, said the increase was due to higher raw material costs. www.dnaindia.com | 8/26/10 10:52 AM
Moscow International Auto Show kicks off in Moscow (14)
&$ &$ A Hyundai Sonata is displayed during the media preview of the Moscow International Auto Show in Moscow, capital of Russia, Aug. 25, 2010. (Xinhua/Lu Jinbo)&$ &$Source: Xinhua&$ &$&$ 【1】 【2】 english.people.com.cn | 8/25/10 6:52 PM
Moscow International Auto Show kicks off in Moscow (13)
&$ &$ A Hyundai Genesis Coupe is displayed during the media preview of the Moscow International Auto Show in Moscow, capital of Russia, Aug. 25, 2010. (Xinhua/Lu Jinbo) &$ 【1】 【2】 english.people.com.cn | 8/25/10 6:37 PM
Hyundai to produce special Russian car near St Petersburg
South Korea's car maker Hyundai Motor plans to produce a new car designed specially for Russia, at its factory near St. Petersburg. en.rian.ru | 8/25/10 9:30 AM
Next Hyundai Equus, Genesis and Genesis Coupe to get AWD

Filed under: Coupe, Sedan, Performance, Hyundai, Luxury

2011 Hyundai Equus - Click above for high-res image gallery

In case you hadn't noticed, Hyundai is quickly moving up the ranks of automakers by pushing the boundaries of the classes in which its vehicles compete. Exhibit A was the Genesis sedan , which was quickly followed by the Genesis Coupe and now the Equus luxury sedan. But the Korean automaker isn't content to rest on its rear-wheel-drive laurels.

John Krafcik, president and chief executive officer of Hyundai Motor America, has confirmed to us that the next generation of the Genesis (in both Coupe and sedan forms) and Equus will get optional all-wheel drive. All three machines share a similar platform, and when the architecture gets updated within the next couple of years, space for the all-wheel-drive components will be baked in.

At this point, we don't have any word on powertrains for the next-gen rear- and all-wheel-drive Hyundais, but the automaker's latest 5.0-liter V8 seems like a safe bet for both the Genesis and the Equus. Naturally, we'd love to see the big V8 in the Genesis Coupe as well, especially since Hyundai says the sport coupe will go upmarket (from Mustang to M3 fighter, perhaps?) for its next trip 'round the block.

Damon Lavrinc contributed to this report.


Next Hyundai Equus, Genesis and Genesis Coupe to get AWD originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 24 Aug 2010 12:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Friends with Benefits: Hyundai shifts Santa Fe production to Kia plant to build more Sonatas

Filed under: Budget, Sedan, Plants/Manufacturing, Hyundai



Straight from HQ at The Department of the Obvious, the 2011 Hyundai Sonata is selling as quickly as Miley Cyrus tickets before Cyrus lost the plot. That's got Hyundai Motor America shuffling production plans around in order to build enough Sonatas in the U.S., instead of getting them from South Korea.

Hyundai's Alabama plant produces the Sonata sedan and the Santa Fe , but Santa Fe assembly is being moved to a Kia plant in Georgia where the Sorento is built - easy stuff as they share a platform. With a production capacity of 300,000 cars at the Alabama plant running full tilt, the way things are going, it's no wonder Hyundai might be looking use all of it.

[Source: Automotive News - Sub. Req.]

Friends with Benefits: Hyundai shifts Santa Fe production to Kia plant to build more Sonatas originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 23 Aug 2010 17:33:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hyundai's John Krafcik isn't your typical CEO type

Hang around John Krafcik long enough and you're bound to hear about the time he passed an automotive legend in a freeway speed duel.

www.topix.net | 8/23/10 6:13 PM
GM taps another ex-Hyundai exec to market Chevy
General Motors Co's US marketing chief Joel Ewanick tapped a former Hyundai Motor Co colleague on Thursday to be lead marketing executive for Chevrolet, adding to the team responsible for promoting GM's brands with American consumers. economictimes.indiatimes.com | 8/20/10 12:54 AM
Hyundai's $1.17B Bond Sold At 23 BPs Over I-Swaps

Hyundai Auto Receivables Trust's $1.17 billion bond has priced, according to a person familiar with the matter.

The largest tranche, valued at $419 million, sold at 23 basis points over interpolated swaps, a benchmark, to yield 0.980%. This will be good news for Hyundai dealerships...

www.topix.net | 8/19/10 7:44 PM
Conglomerates compete over energy market

Three of Korea's largest family-owned conglomerates are entering a heated competition over the lucrative petroleum market with Hyundai Heavy Industries' recent takeover of the nation's No.

www.topix.net | 8/15/10 1:04 PM
Hyundai Bets on Lithium-Ion Batteries

The 2011 Sonata Hybrid will be the first mass-market car to use the battery technology.

In December, Hyundai will launch the 2011 Sonata Hybrid, the world's first mass-market hybrid with a lithium-ion battery pack. Lithium cells provide much higher energy density than the conventional nickel-metal-hydride packs currently used in hybrids. As a result, the 1.6-kilowatt-hour pack weighs 96 pounds-compared to the 124 pounds of the 1.4-kilowatt-hour packs in Toyota hybrids.



www.technologyreview.com | 8/12/10 4:00 AM
KBB: Ford most considered car brand, Hyundai makes big jump

Filed under: Car Buying, Marketing/Advertising, Hyundai, Nissan



Hyundai was one of just a few companies to come through the automotive meltdown of 2009 relatively unscathed. The Korean automaker managed to keep sales up while others faltered thanks to a quality, inexpensive product lineup backed with a stout warranty. Now it looks like those very factors are beginning impact the number of car shoppers who would consider hopping into a Hyundai. According to the Kelly Blue Book Market Intelligence Brand Watch study, the company has risen to the fifth most non-luxury brand considered by car shoppers. The move effectively kicked Nissan out of the top five for the first time in years.

Hyundai's rise was precipitated by the fact that the company is scoring well in the non-luxury coupe/sedan/hatchback segment. In that area, the carmaker is bested only by Ford , Honda and Toyota .

Interestingly enough, Ford is the most considered car brand at the moment, thanks in part to Toyota's newly tarnished image. The Japanese automaker fell eight percentage points in the study compared to this time last year thanks largely to its recall problems. Hit the jump for a look at the KBB press release.



Photos by Sam Abuelsamid / Copyright (C)2009 AOL

[Source: Kelly Blue Book]

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KBB: Ford most considered car brand, Hyundai makes big jump originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 11 Aug 2010 10:58:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Review: 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS

Filed under: Sedan, Hyundai, Reviews

The Best Mid-Size Base Model Money Can Buy

2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS - Click above for high-res image gallery

If you've been keeping up with Autoblog lately, we've had a lot to say about the 2011 Hyundai Sonata . We've tested the top-rung SE and Limited trims out in California. We've even had the chance to sample the upcoming Sonata Hybrid and Turbo versions in the automaker's homeland. But when you get down to brass tacks, the majority of dealership transactions will be made up of the volume GLS model. Sure, a loaded-up $28,000 Sonata Limited is one heck of a nice car, but since 50 percent of all 2011 models sold to date have been fitted to GLS spec, it's important for us to see if Hyundai's swoopy new sedan is worthy of such high praise even without the extra gee-whiz goodies.

With that in mind, we recently invited an Iridescent Silver Blue Pearl (what a mouthful) Sonata GLS into the Autoblog Garage to find out what sort of goodness lies within the bargain bin. Hyundai has always prided itself on being able to offer outstanding overall value in all of its models, but when it comes to the new Sonata, its success extends far beyond the price tag. Follow the jump to learn why.



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Review: 2011 Hyundai Sonata GLS originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:57:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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What Hyundai needs to sell luxury

Q. Is it true that Hyundai is coming out with a luxury car that is bigger and more expensive than the Genesis? I remember the original $4,995 Hyundai.

www.topix.net | 8/7/10 1:36 AM
Spy Shots: Next-gen Hyundai Azera caught in Europe

Filed under: Spy Photos, Sedan, Hyundai

2012 Hyundai Azera - Click above for high-res image gallery

The current Hyundai Azera is not a bad looking car, but compared to the glut of new models that already are or will soon be populating Hyundai showrooms in the next year, it's starting to look long in the tooth. Hyundai appears to be on the case, as an all-new Azera has just been spotted testing in Europe. Like the current sedan, the new model will slot in between the front-wheel-drive Sonata and rear-wheel-drive Genesis . It will also feature Hyundai's new "fluid sculpture" design language, as evidenced by the characteristic rising crease along the doors that's visible through the camouflage.

The grille and mirrors of this camo'd Azera, which is called the Grandeur in its home market of South Korea, look similar to the new Sonata, but the lower edge of the side glass rises at the back giving the car a more pronounced shoulder. Power is expected to come solely from a V6 like the current model, but we'd be surprised if its displacement doesn't drop to the 3.0-3.3-liter range with direct injection and possibly a turbocharged version. Given CEO John Krafcik's commitment to 50 mpg by 2025 , a version of the new hybrid system seen in the Sonata Hybrid seems like a smart bet as well.



[Source: Carpix]

Spy Shots: Next-gen Hyundai Azera caught in Europe originally appeared on Autoblog on Fri, 06 Aug 2010 12:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hyundai vows 50 mpg for U.S. lineup by 2025

Hyundai is adding a hybrid version of the Sonata to its U.S. lineup this year. Hyundai's entire U.S. vehicle lineup will achieve an average of 50 mpg by 2025, Hyundai Motor America CEO John Krafcik pledged on Wednesday.

www.topix.net | 8/5/10 12:51 AM
Hyundai pledges to average minimum 50 MPG CAFE standards by 2025

Filed under: Hybrid, Technology, Hyundai

2011 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid - Click above for high-res image gallery

Hyundai is nothing if not ambitious. The Korean automaker announced today that it will continue its efforts to be the most fuel-efficient automaker in America through the next two decades, with plans to achieve a Corporate Average Fuel Economy rating of 50 miles per gallon by 2025 for its entire vehicle lineup.

The cornerstone of Hyundai's approach is its Blue Drive strategy, which incorporates a range of engine technologies - from turbocharging and direct-injection to lightweight materials and both traditional and plug-in hybrids - to reduce consumption and improve overall efficiency.

Hyundai points to the 2011 Sonata as the first in a wave of new products to utilize its new and improved drivetrains, available with either hybrid, turbocharged and naturally aspirated engines. And Hyundai appears to be in a better position than other full-line automakers to reach its lofty mpg goal, as it doesn't offer any pickup or body-on-frame SUV models. Hit the jump for the full blast and read our First Drive of the Sonata Hybrid for details on its gas-electric system.


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Hyundai pledges to average minimum 50 MPG CAFE standards by 2025 originally appeared on Autoblog on Wed, 04 Aug 2010 14:27:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Hyundai confirms 2011 Elantra to arrive in U.S. by end of the year

Filed under: Sedan, Hyundai


2011 Hyundai Avante/Elantra - Click above for high-res image gallery

Hyundai's all-new Avante compact sedan is officially on sale in South Korea as of today, and it's coming to the U.S. market by the end of the year as the 2011 Elantra . The Avante debuted at the Busan show in Korea last spring and features a further evolution of the "fluidic sculpture' look from the Sonata that Hyundai is calling "wind craft." Whatever it's called, this is a much more assertive design than the outgoing Elantra and should be a strong competitor to the Chevrolet Cruze and Ford Focus .

Overall length has been stretched by about one inch and the axles are now two inches further apart. Hyundai isn't giving any specifications for overseas markets yet, but the Avante is propelled by a new direct-injected version of the company's 1.6-liter Gamma inline-four. In KDM trim, it's rated at 138 horsepower and 123 pound-feet of torque. Fuel consumption at home comes out 38.8 miles per gallon (U.S.) combined.



[Source: Hyundai]

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Hyundai confirms 2011 Elantra to arrive in U.S. by end of the year originally appeared on Autoblog on Tue, 03 Aug 2010 12:59:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Moody's May Raise Hyundai, Kia Ratings
Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Motors Corp.’s ratings may be raised by Moody’s Investors Service. The review reflects “robust” global sales, expanding market share and new cost-competitive models, Moody’s said in a release. www.businessweek.com | 8/3/10 4:03 AM
Hyundai Avante captured on the roads of South Korea [w/video]

Filed under: Budget, Sedan, Hyundai

Hyundai Avante - Click above for high-res image gallery or follow the jump to watch the video

The trickle becomes a stream as more materials on the Hyundai Avante sedan are released. We can now confirm that what is likely to become the 2011 Hyundai Elantra on our shores will have the presence to set itself apart in an ever-improving small-car crowd.

If the specs carry over as well, the next Elantra will be about three inches longer than the Ford Focus sedan and nearly as powerful, down by two horsepower and 15 pound-feet. On the other hand, it will get Fiesta -like gas mileage, returning 40 mpg with the manual and 39 mpg with the automatic. You can check out the pics and the specs in the high-res gallery below, and check out B-roll footage of the car after the jump . Top tip, Joseph and APJ!



[Source: Paul Tan ]

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Hyundai Avante captured on the roads of South Korea [w/video] originally appeared on Autoblog on Mon, 02 Aug 2010 17:28:00 EST. Please see our terms for use of feeds.

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Maruti cracks 100,000 again as auto sales zoom
Hyundai wrests back second-biggest car maker position from Tata Motors; Hero Honda sales rise 17%. www.dnaindia.com | 8/2/10 9:30 PM
Vodacom Offers 100 Cars in 100 Days
VODACOM Tanzania offers its subscribers a chance to win a Hyundai 10 everyday for 100 days beginning yesterday, following the launch of a new prfomotion. allafrica.com | 8/2/10 8:15 PM
Asian Stocks Advance on Profits, Forecasts; Honda, Hitachi Rise
Asian stocks rose, extending four consecutive weekly gains, as companies from Honda Motor Co. to Hyundai Mobis Co. reported higher earnings or forecasts. www.businessweek.com | 8/2/10 10:36 AM
Nigeria: Hyundai Distributes 65,000 Balls to School Children
Hyundai Motors Nigeria Limited (HMNL), a member of the Stallion Automotive Group, has said it is aiming at celebrating Nigerian youths by encouraging their dreams and hopes of reaching stardom through football. allafrica.com | 8/2/10 9:15 AM
Asian Stocks Advance on Profits, Forecasts; Honda, Hitachi Rise
Aug. 2 (Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks rose, extending four consecutive weekly gains, as companies from Honda Motor Co. to Hyundai Mobis Co. reported higher earnings or forecasts. story.venezuelastar.com | 8/2/10 8:49 AM
Hyundai July car sales fall to 5-month low
Hyundai Motor reported its weakest monthly sales in five months, as foreign sales slowed on easing demand growth from major markets such as China and the United States. economictimes.indiatimes.com | 8/2/10 6:11 AM
Asian Stocks Advance on Profits, Forecasts; Honda, Hitachi Rise
Aug. 2 (Bloomberg) -- Asian stocks rose, extending four consecutive weekly gains, as companies from Honda Motor Co. to Hyundai Mobis Co. reported higher earnings or forecasts. story.venezuelastar.com | 8/2/10 2:47 AM
Hyundai sees European car demand shrinking in H2
Hyundai executive vice-president Lee Won-hee said the world's No 5 car maker along with its affiliate Kia Motors Corp saw sales growth in China slowing down slightly in the second half. www.dnaindia.com | 7/29/10 11:09 AM
WRAPUP 1-Nissan, Hyundai profits soar; US, China seen slowing
July 29, 2010 * Nissan Q1 op profit 167.9 bln yen vs consensus 124.7 bln yen * Hyundai Q2 op 863.3 bln won vs 801.3 bln won consensus * Strong U.S., China demand drives April-June * Hyundai s... story.venezuelastar.com | 7/29/10 9:25 AM
Hyundai Hits Record Profit on U.S. and China Demand
SEOUL (Reuters) - Hyundai Motor Co, South Korea's top automaker, warned global car demand will likely ease in the second half due to a slowdown in key markets such as China, Europe and the United States, sending its shares lower. www.nytimes.com | 7/29/10 7:01 AM
Hyundai Auto Sales up on Overseas Demand
Hyundai Motor Co., South Korea’s largest automaker, said it expects to beat its annual revenue forecast after posting record profit on brisk overseas sales that offset sluggish domestic demand. www.businessweek.com | 7/29/10 7:01 AM
Hyundai Steel steps up social responsibility effort...

News Hyundai Steel steps up social responsibility efforts 2010-07-27 18:21 Korean companies are increasingly emphasizing their commitment to a better society to improve their image and make their growth sustainable.

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Hyundai Motor Company workers sign job document
A new contract is due to be signed by workers at South Korea's Hyundai Motor Company. story.venezuelastar.com | 7/27/10 12:37 AM
Maruti shares skid 12% as profit outlook worsens
Maruti, in which Suzuki Motor has a 54.2% stake, has also seen competitors such as Hyundai Motors and Ford Motor Company eat into its market share. www.dnaindia.com | 7/26/10 12:07 PM
Nigeria: Kids Catch the Hyundai Football Fever
It was a dream come true for hundreds of school children yesterday at the famous Campos Mini-stadium in Lagos Island following the take off of the much anticipated 'One million Dream Balls for Africa sponsored by Hyundai; one of the partners of the world governing body of the game, FIFA. allafrica.com | 7/22/10 10:15 AM
Hyundai Heavy Business Booms on Ship Orders
Hyundai Heavy Industries Co. rose to the highest in almost two years on better-than-expected profit and speculation about a pick-up in ship orders following a contract for Daewoo Shipbuilding & Marine Engineering Co. www.businessweek.com | 7/22/10 7:18 AM