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Hyundai, Kia Controversy Grows as Probe Continues
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As webs meant to catch flies go, the Environmental Protection Agency‘s might soon look tattered and threadbare as its investigation expands to suggest Hyundai and Kia might not be the only brands fudging mpg claims.
October 2012 Auto Sales: “Extremely Strong”
Another Halloween has passed and with it the 10th month of the year. As automakers turn another page on the calendar they’re finally reporting sales for October. Were they on the business end of a nasty trick or did they receive a tasty treat? Keep reading for all the juicy details.
Hyundai, Kia Admit to Selling No 40-MPG Models
After continued complaints by owners and consumer agencies, an audit by the Environmental Protection Agency has revealed that no Hyundai or Kia model achieves 40 mpg, a number often touted by the Korean automakers.
Hyundai, Kia Admit to Overstating Gas Mileage on Most Models
Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia have admitted to overstating fuel mileage claims on most of their models over the past three years, and are now paying back car owners for their embarrassing error.
Hyundai ‘Walking Dead’ Elantra gets Spooky at SEMA
Not missing a beat, Hyundai brought its “Walking Dead” Elantra to the 2012 SEMA Show complete with gory props and a couple of zombie girls.
Hyundai Veloster Alpine Concept is Snow-Prepped: 2012 SEMA Show
Among the many performance minded concepts Hyundai brought to SEMA this year, the Veloster Alpine concept is a more practically-minded option meant for snow sports.
Hyundai Genesis Coupe R-Spec Track Edition Video, First Look: 2012 SEMA Show
The stand-out amongst a group of highly modified Genesis Coupes at this year’s SEMA Show is this ARK Performance R-Spec Track Edition.
600 HP Hyundai Elantra GT from Bisimoto Rocks SEMA
If there’s one thing the Bisimoto-tuned Hyundai Elantra GT definitely needs, it’s a bigger turbocharger.
Hyundai “Velocity” Veloster is a Skunk Works Project With Cosworth Tuning: 2012 SEMA Show
Comfortably overshadowing Hyundai’s RE:MIX special edition Veloster production car unveiled today at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas is another Veloster built by Hyundai staff, though with a little help from Cosworth.
Kia Debuts Justice League Concepts: 2012 SEMA Show
Kia has just unveiled five custom vehicles which take their inspiration from the DC Comics classic, the Justice League, at the 2012 SEMA Show.
Hyundai Veloster RE:MIX Special Edition Revealed: 2012 SEMA Show
Along with a slew of wild tuner car concepts, Hyundai unveiled a lone production model at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas today.
Consumer Reports’ Latest Survey Shows More of the Same and a Few BIG Surprises
The numbers have been tallied and the data compiled in Consumer Reports’ latest Auto Reliability Survey. Toyota has a lot to be happy about but Ford has taken a tumble.
Kia Cadenza Update Revealed with Quoris Styling
Kia has just unveiled official photos of the updated Cadenza, the sister car to the Hyundai Azera, and the little brother to the Kia Quoris.
Hyundai-Kia Developing Turbocharged V6 Engine
There’s a lot going on at Hyundai-Kia these days, especially in powertrain engineering. Never wanting to be behind the competition, the collaborative South Korean automakers have confirmed that they’re developing a new turbocharged V6.
Hyundai, Kia to Offer More Turbo and Diesel Engines
Hyundai Motor Group, the parent company for Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Motors Corp., has said that both Korean automakers will be bolstering their engine lineups with more turbocharged and diesel offerings in the near future.
Green Lantern-Themed Kia Soul Headed to SEMA
Kia is going on a little bit of a comic book binge at this year’s SEMA Show, or at least that’s what it seems like.
Hyundai Elantra GT Tuned to Make More than 600 HP
No stranger to modifying cars, Bisimoto Engineering will head to the 2012 SEMA Show with a customized Hyundai Elantra GT.
2013 Kia K7 Unveiled, Heading to US as Cadenza
At a recent event in South Korea, Kia unveiled its 2013 K7 model which is rumored to be heading to America as the Cadenza.
Flash Themed Kia Forte Koup Heading to 2012 SEMA Show
In a follow-up to the Batman-themed Kia Optima, the Korean automaker has teased its Flash-themed Kia Forte Koup that will be heading to the 2012 SEMA Show.
ARK Veloster ‘Alpine’ Concept Headed to SEMA
Among the many heavily modified cars bound for the 2012 SEMA show, performance parts manufacturer ARK will bring its new Veloster “Alpine” concept.
Hyundai Veloster Street Concept Debuts in Australia
Looking like a project car that should be heading to the 2012 SEMA Show, Hyundai has unveiled its Veloster Street Concept out at the 2012 Australian Motor Show.
Hyundai Rev-Matching Manual Transmission Rumored
Fast and fun to drive, the number one complaint with the Hyundai Genesis Coupe is its vague manual transmission. Looking to solve that, Hyundai is rumored to be testing a new unit that incorporates rev-matching technology.
Hyundai ‘Velocity’ Veloster Previewed: 2012 SEMA Show
Joining the Cosworth tuned Hyundai Genesis Coupe at the 2012 SEMA show will be the “Velocity” Veloster, sporting 400 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque.
Hyundai ‘Velocity’ Veloster Concept Boasts 400 HP: 2012 SEMA Show Preview
Joining the Cosworth Hyundai Genesis Coupe at the 2012 SEMA Show, there will be a custom “Velocity” Veloster concept built by collaboration with the Hyundai Design and Technical Center.
