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2014 Kia Soul Electric Planned
When the next-generation Kia Soul launches as early as next year, it will be available with an electric motor in place of a conventional gasoline engine.
2014 Kia Quoris Spotted in Canada
Kia‘s flagship sedan was spotted today in the wild at Kia’s Canadian HQ. In fact, we managed to get up close and personal with the Korean automakers Kia’s 7-series fighting luxury vehicle.
New Kia Rondo MPV Teased Ahead of Paris Motor Show Reveal
Kia has released a selection of teaser images of an all-new MPV model ahead of its debut at the Paris Motor Show this fall.
Hyundai to Become Third Best Selling Retail Car Brand in America Next Year Says CEO Krafcik
Hyundai’s combination of style and fuel economy appears to be paying off at the dealership level with the record sales allowing the Korean automaker to move past long standing industry top sellers. In fact, as of June, Hyundai has moved past Ford to become the fourth best selling brand in America when it comes to…
Veloster Turbo Matte Gray Paint Will be a Hit Says Exec
The first automaker to offer a matte paint job on a mainstream production car, Hyundai is helping the once niche offering go mainstream.
2013 Hyundai Veloster Now 40-MPG for Automatic Transmission
Changes made to the 2013 Hyundai Veloster will improve fuel economy on the dual-clutch automatic transmission, resulting in all models getting the impressive 40 mpg rating.
2014 Kia Sorento Revealed With Refreshed Looks, All-New Chassis
Spy photos of an updated Sorento have been popping up lately and now Kia has revealed its updated mid-size crossover. Pictures didn’t reveal much that was new and even in production trim it’s obvious that the changes are mild, at least on the surface.
2013 Hyundai Equus Base Model Exceeds $60,000
Hyundai’s more-for-less policy has generally been a hit with consumers, especially since it recently introduced the new “fluidic design language,” but the flagship Equus sedan slotted to compete with cars like the BMW 7 Series hasn’t seen the same success.
2013 Hyundai Elantra GT Pricing: $18,395
Aimed at cars like the Mazda3, Ford Focus and Volkwagen Golf, Hyundai’s 2013 Elantra GT (Grand Touring) is a revised version of the old Elantra Touring form past years.
Hyundai Petitions for ‘National Fuel Efficiency Month’
Acting as the poster boy for fuel efficiency, Hyundai is petitioning the U.S. government to declare August “National Fuel Efficiency Month.”
Kia K9 to Wear Cadenza Badge in North America
When the Kia K9 does launch in North America, perhaps as early as this year, it will bring with it a badge used by the brand in other markets: Cadenza.
2013 Hyundai Sonata gets Additional Standard Features
The current generation Hyundai Sonata stunned the midsize-sedan segment, and the upcoming 2013 model is looking to expand upon its predecessor’s reputation for value. This means the new model will be equipped with more standard features and options for 2013.
Hyundai Sonata Referenced During Nissan Altima Design Process
Nissan recently debuted its all-new Altima at the New York Auto Show boasting a best-in-class 38 mpg and the “NASA inspired zero-gravity seats.”
2013 Hyundai Sante Fe World Premiere: 2012 NY Auto Show
Hyundai has unveiled its all-new 2013 Sante Fe crossover today at the New York International Auto Show, packaging enhanced convenience features as well as new technologies that help to improve efficiency. Longer, lower and wider than its predecessor, the new Sante Fe builds upon Hyundai’s form language, Fluidic Sculpture. What’s more, the third-generation Santa Fe presents…
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Brochure Leaked With images
Images of the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe leaked today, giving us an idea of what features to expect in the upcoming model. While there have already been teaser images spread across the internet, the brochure pictures show LED head and tail lights and indicate that the new model will have lane departure warning, parking assist, knee…
Euro-Spec Hyundai Veloster Turbo Makes Less Power
Next week, Hyundai will unveil its European spec Veloster Turbo at the 2012 Geneva Motor Show. Contending in a competitive hot-hatch market, Hyundai UK President and CEO Tony Whitehorn said, “Veloster has quickly established itself as fun car and a unique proposition. The enhanced performance will increase the Veloster’s appeal for drivers who want the…
Kia Celebrates 500,000th Car at Georgia Plant
Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia, Inc. (KMMG) celebrated the 500,000th vehicle being completed this morning. “Building 500,000 vehicles in just over two years is quite a milestone for our first U.S. manufacturing plant to accomplish,” said Byung Mo Ahn, group president and CEO for Kia Motors America and KMMG. “The commitment from each one of our…
Hyundai i-Oniq Concept Previews Brand’s Future Design, Green Technology
Hyundai has released a lone photo of its new i-Oniq concept car, a vehicle that showcases the next generation of the Korean automaker’s styling and fuel-efficient technology. With a big commitment to 40 mpg gasoline engines and a modest push with conventional hybrids, the i-Oniq is a range-extended electric car, along the lines of the…
Kia K9 Luxury Sedan Revealed: Geneva Motor Show Debut
Taking inspiration from the wild GT Concept, Kia has revealed the initial photos of its very first rear-drive luxury sedan. Based on the same platform that underpins both the Hyundai Genesis and Equus, the car will be called the K9, but is expected to receive a different name for markets outside its native Korea. No…
Gen Y Favors Hyundai Genesis Coupe, Shuns Pony Cars
It could be the car’s affordable price, or its styling, but one thing is for sure, the Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a hit with younger buyers. While Baby Boomers love their pony cars and muscle cars, and Gen X buyers are split on their choice of sports car, when it comes to two-doors and rear-wheel…
2013 Kia Sorento Facelift Caught Testing – Spy Photos
On the market now for a few years, the Kia Sorento is due for a facelift and out photographers have snapped the first spy photos of the updated car testing in northern Europe. While the car continues to be covered in a great deal of camo, especially on the rear, the front shows new LED…
Hyundai Veloster Turbo Starting At $21,500
The acclaimed Hyundai Veloster receives a major upgrade for the 2013 model year. Recognized for its unique three-door configuration, provoking design, build quality, and great value, the Veloster has also been criticized for falling short in the driving department. For 2013, Hyundai answers with the introduction of the Veloster Turbo, armed with a 1.6 liter…
Hyundai Genesis Sub-Brand Denied by CEO
Plans are currently not in place to implement a Hyundai luxury sub-brand running with the Genesis nameplate, Hyundai America CEO John Krafcik confirmed to Ward’s Auto. Earlier this month we reported that Hyundai boss Dave Zuchowski confirmed the possibility that “there’s a conversation going on within the company that says, ‘Does having the Hyundai badge on…
Kia KH Teased as New Rear-Drive Luxury Sedan
Kia has at last confirmed it is planning a rear-drive luxury sedan, releasing several teaser images of what is code named the KH. Based on Hyundai’s rear-drive architecture, some reports indicate that it is in fact the stretched platform used by the larger Equus sedan, and not the mid-size Genesis. Set to launch later this…
