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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.
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.
Love for Little Chevy Spark Growing
If money talks then the word on the street has it that Chevrolet’s Spark mini car is one of the newest cool kids.
Gangnam Style: Get Your Own for $59,250 from Hyundai
This could be one of the best marketing ideas ever or one of the most embarrassing endorsements of all time, it’s up to you.
2013 Hyundai Veloster Gets Summer Tires as Option
Tires can make all the difference when it comes to performance, which is why Hyundai will offer a summer tire option on it’s compact Veloster.
Kia Preparing Mercedes CLS Competitor
Kia is planning to launch a four-door coupe based on the GT concept (seen above) from last year’s Frankfurt Auto Show with crosshairs set on the Mercedes CLS.
2012 Hyundai ‘Remix’ Cars Headed to SEMA After Party
Hyundai’s 2012 Remix cars are meant to exude each car’s personality to a degree the factory versions can’t on their own.
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Undercuts Competition at $25,275
Hyundai once again undercuts the competition with the pricing now available for its 2013 Santa Fe Sport crossover which starts at $25,275 including delivery.
Next Hyundai Genesis will Offer AWD: Brand Boss Says
Much can be said about Hyundai’s meteoric rise from being a bargain bin brand to one with respectable luxury and sport models, but there wasn’t much of a chance that those words would come from someone in a snowy climate.
2013 Hyundai Tucson Cracks $20,000 Entry Price
Pricing will increase for the Hyundai Tucson with the 2013 model year, though it will still be cheaper than the competition.
2013 Kia Optima SX Limited Pricing Starts at $36,050
Blowing well past the entry-level luxury sedan market in terms of price, Kia just announced the sticker for its 2013 Optima SX Limited sedan.
Hyundai Large Crossover Might Return in Future: CEO
Despite plans for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe to replace the Veracruz, Hyundai North America CEO John Krafcik is confirming that there might still be a large crossover in the company’s future.
Kia Brakes Lawsuit Appeal Denied by Supreme Court
The Supreme Court today denied Korean automaker Kia’s appeal in a case dating back 11 years over the brakes in its Sophia sedans degrading too quickly.
Elantra GT, Coupe Performance Versions “Being Considered” Says CEO
Hyundai North America CEO John Krafcik confirmed during a media event today that the company is considering a performance version of both the Elantra Coupe and GT.
2013 Hyundai Accent Standard Features Improved
Ever the brand to offer bang for your buck, Hyundai announced a host of new standard features for its 2013 Accent subcompact today.
2012 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Will Cost $21,950
Hyundai announced pricing for its Veloster Turbo hot hatch today with a starting MSRP of $21,950 with a six-speed manual before a $775 destination fee. With 201 hp, the forced-induction version makes 63 hp more than the naturally-aspirated version.
Hyundai Set to Break March Sales Record
Things are good for Korean automaker Hyundai as the month’s end approaches and it sits poised to break an all-time sales record. With more than 65,000 units expected to sell in the U.S. alone, it’s safe to say the 40-mpg minimum mantra that made many people eager to buy was a success. By how much?…
Hyundai 10-Speed Transmission Planned for Genesis, Equus in 2014
As we first reported back in December, Hyundai is developing a 10-speed automatic transmission. Now details of when that new unit will be available have come to light, with the project expected to be completed by 2014. Hyundai president Park Seong Hyon says the new gearbox will likely be installed in the Genesis sedan and…
Kia “Veredus” Tipped as Name of Korean Automaker’s RWD Sports Sedan
Two weeks ago, Kia officially confirmed that it would unveil a rear-wheel drive four-door sports sedan at this month’s Frankfurt auto show. Today, sources have revealed that Kia may call the sporty sedan, the Veredus. Kia has filed for a trademark on the Veredus name, and sources have also explained that the concept is the…
Ford Insists Focus More Fuel Efficient than Hyundai Elantra
Ford is ready to take on Hyundai in a duel for fuel efficiency bragging rights. Hyundai has advertised the redesigned 2011 Elantra as a 40 mpg rated subcompact, regardless of options. However, Ford can only officially say that the 2012 Focus attains 40 mpg when equipped with the Super Fuel Economy package and six-speed automatic…
Kia Attempts To Break Guinness World Record
Kia Motors is participating in an 8,000 mile trip with the 2011 Optima Hybrid sedan in an effort to break the Guinness World Record for the lowest fuel consumption in a hybrid car. Drivers Wayne Gerdes and Chris Bernius will drive through 48 states in 16 days. Both drivers are experienced fuel economy drivers and the 2011…
All New Kia Forte to Debut Next Year
The 2013 Kia Forte will be an all-new model, following closely after the changes introduced in the 2011 Hyundai Elantra. Sharing the same platform as that car, look for an improved ride quality, plus the Forte is expected to get a new design closer in keeping with the larger Optima sedan. As for engines, look…
Hyundai Product Plan Includes 3 Series, Prius Rivals and More Upscale Veracruz
Hyundai is continuing to enter new product segments, including upscale niche markets, but will continue to update lower priced models over the next three years. Three vehicles the Korean automaker wants to launch sometime soon include a dedicated plug-in hybrid sedan (a Prius rival), a sporty sedan to compete with the BMW 3-Series and more…
Kia To Unveil RWD Four-Door Sports Sedan At Frankfurt Auto Show
Kia has officially confirmed that it will be debuting a rear-wheel drive four-door sports sedan at next month’s Frankfurt Auto Show. The concept has sleek and muscular proportions, and will likely slide in between the Hyundai Genesis and Equus in terms of size. “I believe the car is a strong statement from Kia: We are…
