HYUNDAI VELOSTER WINS 2011 GOOD DESIGN AWARD

HYUNDAI VELOSTER WINS 2011 GOOD DESIGN AWARD: COSTA MESA, Calif., Dec. 26, 2011 – The all-new 2012 Hyundai Veloster earned a GOOD DESIGN™ Award in the Transportation category for its innovative and unique three-door design. The GOOD DESIGN Awards are presented annually by The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design together with The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies. Founded in Chicago in 1950, GOOD DESIGN bestows international recognition upon the world's most prominent designers and manufacturers for advancing new, visionary, and innovative product concepts, invention and originality, and for stretching the envelope beyond what is considered ordinary product and consumer design.

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Six Hundai Models Earn 2012 IIHS Top Safety Pick Honors

Six models in the Hyundai line-up, the all-new Hyundai Elantra, Sonata, Genesis, Equus, Tucson and Santa Fe, all achieved the 2012 Top Safety Pick honor from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS).  Top Safety Pick recognizes vehicles that do the best job of protecting people in front, side, rollover, and rear crashes based on “good” ratings in institute tests.  Winners must also have available Electronic Stability Control (ESC), a crash avoidance feature that significantly reduces crash risk.  The IIHS Top Safety pick ratings help consumers pick vehicles that offer a higher level of protection than federal safety standards require.  In 2010, the institute toughened the criteria for Top Safety Pick by adding a requirement that all qualifiers must earn a “good” rating for performance in a roof strength test to assess protection in a rollover crash.

Hyundai Elantra wins ALG Best Resale Value Award for the second year in a row

Hyundai announced that the 2012 Elantra has received a Residual Value Award form ALG in the compact car segment.  ALG is the industry benchmark for residual values and depreciation date.  ALG annually recognizes automakers’ outstanding achievements in producing new vehicles that are predicted to preserve the highest percentage of their original price after a conventional three-year period.  Award winners are determined through careful study of the competition in each segment, historical vehicle performance and industry trends.  Vehicle quality, production levels relative to demand and pricing and marketing strategies remain the key factors that affect ALG’s residual value forecast.  The trade-in value guarantee is the newest addition to the Hyundai Assurance suite of programs.  It eliminates concern about depreciation by giving Hyundai owners a guaranteed value for their vehicle in months 24 through 48 of ownership.  The 2012 Elantra sets the bar in the compact sedan category offering a “class-above” midsize car interior volume, modern design, outstanding fuel economy, and loads of comfort and convenience features.  

2013 Hyundai Veloster TURBO!

John Krafcik, CEO of Hyundai Motor America, confirmed rumors that Hyundai is planning to produce a turbocharged Hyundai Veloster.  The 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo hatchback is scheduled to debut at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show in January.  According to Krafcik, the car will be powered by a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine.  The engine is expected to be the recently announced turbocharged version of the inline-four that’s in the current Veloster, which produces 204 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque.  This is compared with the current engine that makes 138 horsepower and 123 lb.-ft. of torque.  Krafcik also revealed that the Genesis Coupe will receive some tweaking, but details won’t be released until the Detroit auto show.  Release dates for the 2013 Veloster Turbo and 2013 Genesis Coupe are not yet available but both cars are expected to arrive at dealer showrooms by mid- 2012.

Hyundai Veloster is named "Urban Car of the Year"

The all-new 2012 Hyundai Veloster earned the "Urban Car of the Year" title from Decisive Magazine.  The all-new Veloster delivers innovation to the compact coupe segment with standard features such as a unique third door, Blue Link telematics system, Pandora radio, seven-inch touch-screen display, and a new 1.6-liter Gasoline-Direct-Injected (GDI) four-cylinder engine and six-speed transmission.  GDI technology helps deliver highway fuel economy of 40 MPG, lower emissions and higher reliability.  With a starting price of $17,300, the Veloster adds great value to its compelling list of attributes.  The Urban Vehicles of the Year winners and finalists will be honored at the 16th Annual Urban Wheel Awards on Sunday, January 8, 2012.  "The Hyundai Veloster is a combination of a hip and edgy image, along with exceptional value to price and outstanding fuel economy that is perfectly suited for urban drivers," said Lyndon Conrad Bell, Decisive Magazine's editor-in-chief.

Hyundai Genesis "Hurricane" SEMA debut

This coming November, Hyundai will be launching the Hyundai Genesis Hurricane SC at the SEMA show in Las Vegas.  Some highlights of the Hurricane include a RMR free-flow exhaust, liquid to air inter-cooler, exterior upgrades, Brembo six-piston brakes with cross-drilled front and rear rotors, as well as interior enhancements.  Although, the biggest highlight for the Hurricane will be it's supercharger, which was developed by HATCI and Magnuson Products.  This supercharger will achieve more than 450 horse power out of a 3.8L V6 engine.  However, it is unclear as to whether or not the Hurricane will go into production.

http://www.hyundainews.com/us/en-us/Media/PressRelease.aspx?mediaid=34239&title=genesis-hurricane-sc-to-create-a-storm-at-2011-sema-show

Pandora is now being offered in the new 2012 Veloster

Pandora has announced on September 29^th that that it’s automotive partner, Hyundai, will be delivering the all-new Pandora-enabled 2012 Veloster to dealers nationwide.  Pandora is offered as a free, standard feature in every new Veloster.  This Hyundai integration with Pandora makes it possible for drivers to enjoy their personalized Pandora stations behind the wheel.  At launch, the veloster is compatible with the iPhone and connects to the dashboard using Bluetooth technology. 

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All new Blue Link package

Hyundai is now offering the Blue Link feature on the 2012 Hyundai Sonata.  Blue Link offers more than 30 different connectivity features and safety services, available in three different packages:

Assurance: Allows drivers to contact emergency and/or road side assistance specialists with the push of a button.  In addition, if a collision with an air-bag deployment occurs, the system can automatically establish contact with a trained response specialist.

Essentials: This feature functions as a remote door lock/unlock, remote horn/lights activation and remote start.  This feature also includes hands-free text messaging and location sharing.

Guidance: Turn-by-turn directions for vehicles without a navigation system, traffic and weather data, gas station locations as well as fuel prices.  This feature also includes Eco-Coach service that monitors and reports on a driver's fuel use and emissions to help coach more efficient driving.

Hyundai will eventually offer Blue Link to the majority of it's line-up by 2013.  To help introduce Blue Link to customers, Hyundai will offer complimentary assurance services for 6 months and free Essentials and Guidance for 3 months.  And if the custom decides to renew service within 30 days of purchase, the complimentary subscription with extend to a full year for Assurance and six months each for Essentials and Guidance.

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2012 Accent makes top 10 list for Back-To-School

KBB.com named the all new 2012 Hyundai Accent as one of it's top 10 back-to-school cars.  KBB chose 5 new cars and 5 used cars and ranked them in different categories on a scale of five to one.  The Accent made the number one spot, scoring higher than the Honda Fit, Ford Focus, and the Chevrolet Cruze.  These vehicles were chosen based on the following critieria: safety, affordability, versatility, reliability, cost of ownership, and fuel efficiency.  The Accent is a 40 mpg vehicle that has a base price of $13,391.  So, if you're looking to purchase a new vehicle for your son or daughter at a reasonable price, great gas mileage, stylish looks and with a great warranty; we've got the car for you!

http://www.hyundainews.com/Corporate_News/Corporate/2011-08-09_KBB.com_Top_10_Back_to_School_Cars_release.asp

2012 Hyundai Accent

After record breaking sales for Hyundai's stylish 40 mpg vehicles, Hyundai is aiming for similar success with the redesigned 2012 Hyundai Accent.  Like the Sonata and the Elantra, the Accent also gets an average of 40 mpg on the highway and also has the fluidic and curvy design like its bigger siblings.  Not only is the Accent ideal gas mileage an attention getter, but so is it's price tag, with a price that starts at $12,445 and tops out at $16,795! The redesigned Hyundai Accent 5-door hatchback sells for around $16,555 while the similarly equipped Ford Fiesta lists for $18,040.  That's a pretty big difference!

http://www.moneywatch.bnet.com/

Charleston Firefighter Training

Hendrick Hyundai on Savannah Hwy was pleased to be able to help out the guys from the Charleston Fire Department Tower 5 yesterday.  They took part in some specialized training inside one of our buildings.  Check out some great pictures of the action!  Thank you to the men and women who serve and protect us!
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Hyundai Takes The No. 1 Spot in Customer Loyalty

According to KBB's Market Intelligence data, Hyundai customer loyalty has raced past Honda and Toyota, leading Hyundai's Brand Loyalty to the number one spot.  Hyundai has been outperforming the other other vehicles and not to mention, the all new Hyundai sonata has become one of the top 10 most researched new vehicles.  Since 2009, Hyundai has seen the greatest increase in owner loyalty.  This surge lead Hyundai to the top spot for first time history.  Hyundai has replaced Toyota in the number one spot, Toyota fell back to the third spot while Honda remained steady in the second spot.

http://mediaroom.kbb.com/kelley-blue-book-hyundai-owner-loyalty-speeds-past-honda-replaces-toyota-take-no-1-spot

Cars.com Shootout

In a shootout done by Cars.com, five cars were so close in quality, features and drivetrain that it made it difficult for the judges to decide which car was the best.  Between the Ford Focus, Kia Forte, Honda Civic, and the Chevrolet Cruze, the Hyundai Elantra came in first place!  What the judges seemed to like the most about the Elantra was that the interior was tastefully designed, and not overdone, to match the fluidic design of the exterior.  Not only were they impressed by the total design of the car, they were also impressed by the smoothness of the ride and the quick response that it had.  All in all, the redesigned Elantra is a beautiful car that gets an impressive 40 mpg, has a base price of $17,760 and is one of IIHS to ten safety picks.

http://www.cars.com/go/crp/buyingGuides/Story.jsp?referer=&year=New&section=Passenger&story=compactResult&subject=stories&referer=&year=New&aff=national

Four Car in the Hyundai Line up take home Consumer Report's top pick honors

Four vehicles in the Hyundai Line up received “top picks” from the Consumer Reports.

The all new Hyundai Elantra received the top pick for the small car category. It was reported that this vehicle was most stylish, decent ride, smooth and responsive power train, well finished interior, relatively roomy rear seat, and impressive fuel economy.  On the other end of the spectrum, the Hyundai Genesis sedan joined rivals from the likes of the Porsche, Lexus, Infiniti, and BMW.  The Genesis finished in a dead heat with the Corvette Z06.  The Genesis sedan also had the shortest 60-0 braking distance of any of the luxury vehicles that were tested.  Speaking of short stoppers, the Hyundai Tucson was the shortest stopper in the “Small SUV” category.  Last but not least, the 2011 Hyundai Azera took home the Consumer Reports honors as the top pick for the best visibility.

A Look At The All New 2012 Hyundai Accent

The all new 2012 Hyundai Accent features some changes such as more power, better fuel economy, cabin space, and up-graded safety features.  The all new Accent will now feature a 5 door hatchback and a 4 door sedan.  Both cars will have either a 6 speed manual transmission or a 5 speed automatic.  The car will feature a 1.6 liter, 4 cylinder, engine with 28 more horse power than the previous 2011 accent; giving it a total of 138 hp with added torque.  The 2012 Accent improves in fuel economy with a 40 mpg rating and will also feature the ECO function that improves fuel economy by remapping the engine and transmission responses.  The 2012 will also keep the brand’s “fluidic sculpture” design.  It will be slightly longer, allowing for more interior space and passenger room.  Along with those changes, the Accent will also have some up-graded safety features such as; vehicle stability and control, traction control, and anti-lock brakes with brake assist.  Hyundai also added internal beams in the rear door and a mechanism to disperse collision forces allowing for more protection for the passengers.  The all new 2012 Accent is expected to hit dealerships this summer.

http://www.autoweek.com/article/20110420/NEWYORK/110429993

Hyundai's Fuel Efficient Vehicles Expected to Capitalize on Rising Fuel Costs

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration gas prices could reach a national average of $4.00 per gallon by this summer.  With that being said, the demand for fuel efficient vehicles are at an all time high.  Hyundai is the only manufacturer with four models achieving 40 mpg.  Hyundai expects to lead the industry of fuel efficient vehicles with more than 200 thousand units sold by the end of the year.  Hyundai also plans to offer more 40 mpg cars over the next several years.  The four 40 mpg vehicles that are in Hyundai's line up would be the Hyundai Elantra, Hyundai Sonata Hybrid, the new 2012 Hyundai Accent and the all new Hyundai Veloster.  All four of these vehicles offer excellent fuel economy without an additional fee, making these vehicles more attractive to consumers.

http://www.hyundainews.com/Corporate_News/Corporate/2011-04-20_NYAS_Fuel_Economy_release.asp

Check out the all new 2012 Accent

Hyundai ranks #1 for the second year in a row in the Customer Loyalty Engagement Index

For the seond year in a row, Hyundai has ranked number one automaker on the Customer Loyalty Engagement Index, developed by Brand Keys.  The Index is based on an analysis of 528 different brands in 79 different catagories.  One of the major factors that plays into Hyundai's commitment to satisfy their customers is the fact that they hold America's best warranty, which provides a wide range of warranty coverage for all new Hyundais.  It is thought that with Hyundai's strong new line up of stylish and affordable cars that the success will keep coming.
  http://www.hyundaiinthenews.com/hyundai-has-the-keys-to-customer-loyalty/

Sonata is named the Rocky Mountain Car of the Year

The 2011 Hyundai Sonata has been named the Rocky Mountain Car of the Year by the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press.  The Rocky Mountain Automotive Press described the Sonata as "the most impressive all around 2011 automobile."  More than 75 2011 models were evaluated in their fuel economy, performance, value, safety and comfort.  It's no surprise that the 2011 Sonata ranked high in every category, with it's overall 5 star crash rating from the newer and tougher NHTSA and the top safety pick honor.  Not to mention, the Sonata contains some of the most advanced technology and comes in a turbo, as well as a hybrid! 

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The NHTSA makes changes to their crash test rating and the Sonata scores a perfect 5 star overall crash rating!

The NHTSA changes their crash test, making it tougher to receive 5 stars.  A few of the changes are the all new side-pole test and a wider range of test dummy sizes.  The new side pole test simulates a car sliding sideways into a pole or tree and can reveal the weaknesses that are not shown in the traditional barrier test.  The other change is the different crash-test dummy sizes, which creates a visual of trauma occupants of all sizes would endure during a collision.  With all of these changes, the Hyundai Sonata received 5 stars overall while the Toyota Camry only received 3 stars and the Nissan Versa was at the bottom of the list, only scoring 2 out of 5 stars.

http://www.safercar.gov/Vehicle+Shoppers/5-Star+Safety+Ratings/2011-Newer+Vehicles?loc=interstitialskip

Sonata is named one of KBB's top 10 family cars

The Hyundai Sonata has been named one of KBB's top 10 family cars.  The top 10 list is based off of safety, economy of operation, comfort, good resale value and reasonable price.  The Sonata features four wheel anti-lock brakes and is the only midsize car to receive a five star safety crash rating under the National Highway for Safety Administration and received the top safety pick honor from the Insurance for Highway Safety.  Not only does the Sonata have astonishing safety features, but it also has advance technological features like; bluetooth, homelink, navigation system with voice recongnition and an integrated touch screen, and satellite radio.
http://www.hyundainews.com/Corporate_News/Corporate/2011-02-28_KBB_Family_Car_Award_Release.asp

Hyundai Sonata becomes the most shopped vehicle in the automotive industry

According to Complete, a Kantar Media Company, the Hyundai Sonata has been the most shopped vehicle, triumphing over the Toyota Camry, both the Honda Accord and Civic, and the Ford Fusion.  There was an eleven percent increase in Hyundai shoppers in January compared to January of 2010.  This year is expected to be the strongest year for Hyundai, with the all new Sonata Hybrid, averaging 40 mpg and the all new design on the 2011 Elantra which also averages 40 mpg!!!  You can also get the Sonata with a Turbo instead of the 2.4 liter engine.  The Sonata's design isn't the only reason why it is the most shopped car, it also has to do with it's amazing safety features.  The Sonata is the first midsized sedan to receive a five-star crash rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. 
http://www.hyundainews.com/Corporate_News/Corporate/2011-02-22_Sonata_Most_Shopped_Vehicle_Release.asp

Tune in to ABC this Sunday the 27th as Hyundai joins Hollywood's biggest night as the the exclusive automotive sponsor of the 83rd Academy Awards!!

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The 40 MPG Hyundai Elantra - Snap out of It!!!

The new Hyundai Veloster was unveiled last week

Check out this link with new and photos of the all new 2012 Veloster.  It's scheduled for release this summer!

2012 Hyundai Veloster