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2014 SONATA HYBRID REFRESHES INTERIOR WITH NEW STANDARD PREMIUM FEATURES

The 2014 Sonata Hybrid continues to demonstrate Hyundai's commitment to innovation with its advanced Hybrid Blue Drive architecture, which features a powerful 35 kW electric motor, 47 kW Lithium Polymer battery pack and an optimized hybrid operating strategy. The Hybrid Blue Drive system is paired with a 2.4-liter Theta II four-cylinder engine that efficiently runs on an Atkinson cycle and six-speed hybrid automatic…

Hyundai, the automaker offering car buyers "America's Best Warranty" for 15 years, now offers consumers "America's Best Certified Pre-Owned Program" as well. For the third-consecutive year, Hyundai has earned the title of "Best Popular Brand" by IntelliChoice in its annual Certified Pre-Owned Car Awards. The three-year winning streak lends validity to the claim as the best in the industry.

Hyundai's 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty, commitment to industry-leading quality and expanding lineup catapulted…

Hyundai has joined forces with Fox Marketing Cars to create the most powerful street-focused Veloster Turbo ever. The car will be showcased at the 2013 SEMA show in Las Vegas, November 5-8.

Fox Marketing leveraged the outstanding reliability and performance potential of Hyundai's 1.6-liter, 4-cylinder direct-injected, turbocharged Gamma powerplant as the core of its SEMA concept. A comprehensive package of advanced engine components, including a new 845 Motorsports turbo upgrade, BorgWarner EFR turbo…

When Anson Kuo set out to build the ultimate Zombie Survival Machine, he first looked to his driveway for inspiration. After recently purchasing an all-new 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport, Kuo decided to design his "zombie-mobile" based on his own new car.

"My main design goal was to make the vehicle as stealthy and spacious as possible," said Kuo. "I knew knives and blades would be the best bet for weaponry – they could slice and…

EGR Group, a leading OEM and aftermarket accessory supplier for nearly four decades, is developing a custom EGR Night Racer concept based on the Hyundai Veloster Turbo that is guaranteed to turn heads. The racecar, designed specifically for time attack races at night racing circuits, will be showcased at the 2013 SEMA show in Las Vegas, November 5-8.

The EGR Night Racer's most compelling cosmetic upgrade is a unique vivid yellow paint scheme. This…

HyundaiMotor America today announced sales for the month of October of 53,555 units, up seven percent versus the same period in 2012, representing the best October in company history.

"October was a bit of a roller coaster ride for the entire automotive sector so we feel pretty good about exceeding prior year sales results and posting our best-ever October performance," said Dave Zuchowski, executive vice president of national sales. "We expect continued economic and…

The 2013 Hyundai Sonata has been named one of AAA's Top Vehicles for Growing Families in the Sedan Category. The Auto Buying experts at AAA applauded the Sonata for its powerful 2.4-liter I-4 engine, fuel efficiency and generous 10 yr./100,000 mile warranty.

"A low price in no way diminishes this car's appeal and performance," said David Bennett, manager, AAA Auto Buying Programs. "The Sonata comes equipped with everything the growing…

Hyundai has again partnered with 25 powerhouse football programs to bring 154 on-site events to stadiums across the country. At 25 featured games, the on-site experience called The Hyundai Fieldhouse will be a destination for fans to watch other games around the country and enhance their pre-game activities.

The Fieldhouse will give fans the opportunity to check out the latest…

U.S. Veterans Magazine ranked Hyundai Motor America among the nation's top veteran-friendly companies. The results were announced via their 2013 Best of the Best Lists, which evaluates employment, business and supplier opportunities for returning U.S. veterans. Hyundai Motor America was the only automotive manufacturer to receive this honor.

In addition to being a company that provides employment opportunity for veterans, Hyundai also offers the best automotive rebate program in the industry. Hyundai's Military Rebate Program provides anyone who has served a single day in any branch of the U.S. Military, including Reserve and National Guard…