2012 Hyundai Cars
Almost overnight Hyundai has been transformed from a second or even third-rate automaker to an industry leader thanks to recently launched versions of the Sonata, Tuscon and Elantra. More recently a revamped Accent has also joined the ranks of modern Hyundais. The Santa Fe mid-size crossover continues to be a popular model, despite being part of an older generation of products.
While hardly volume models, the Genesis Coupe and Sedan have done more than any other cars in the Hyundai lineup in terms of changing the perception of the brand. Hyundai shocked the automotive world by offering the 306-hp rear-drive coupe in 2010 with the sedan as a less-expensive BWM 5 Series alternative. More recently Hyundai has introduced its flagship Equus luxury sedan targeted at cars like the 7 Series.
Founded in 1967 Hyundai launched the Pony in 1975 with styling from renowned designer Giorgio Giugiaro and engines from Mitsubishi. The car made its way to North America in 1983, with huge success in Canada leading to the launch of the Excel in the U.S. three years later. With a major restructuring effort in 1998 Hyundai put in place a long term plan and acquired rival Kia that same year. Since then the automaker has pushed ahead with progressive designs, much improved build quality and materials, not to mention ride quality and class-leading fuel economy.
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2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Review
With more space, a V6 and an extra row of seats, can the larger Santa Fe succeed where the Veracruz failed?
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Hyundai Veloster Turbo vs Scion tC RS 8.0 - Video
With performance that’s a little less than their dramatic styling both the Hyundai Veloster Turbo and Scion tC offer fun in affordable, efficient and functional packages. But which is best?
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2013 Hyundai Elantra Coupe vs 2012 Honda Civic Coupe
Honda has ruled the compact coupe segment for decades, but that may all change with the other H brand releasing its own stylish two-door.
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2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs Ford Mustang Performance Package
A rear-wheel drive V6 sports coupe shootout at one of the fastest race tracks in North America? Yes, please!
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2012 Hyundai Equus Signature Review
It’s not German, it’s not even Japanese, but this luxury sedan is up to the challenge and even has something its rivals don’t… value.
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2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Review - Video
With two different sizes for five or seven passengers, and three engines to choose from, Hyundai offers unmatchable choice in the all-new Santa Fe.
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Hyundai Suicide Commercial Pulled, Brand Apologizes
Hyundai found itself in hot water today after an ad aimed at the European market used a suicide attempt to sell cars. “Hyundai understands that the video has caused offence. We apologise unreservedly… “The video has been taken down and will not be used in any of...-
Hyundai Equus Puts Old World Twist on New World Luxury
While Americans are currently enjoying the debut of the 2014 Hyundai Equus at the 2013 New York Auto Show, residents of South Korea are being treated to a special edition of the current Hyundai Equus. French fashion house Hermes teamed up with Hyundai to create a one-of-a-kind...
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2014 Hyundai Tucson Video, First Look
The C-segment crossover market is a hot place for consumers, and Hyundai is right at the forefront with this, the new Hyundai Tucson. This new model debuted at the 2013 Geneva Show as the new European ix35, packing new features and more refined styling. Once the new 2014 model...
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Hyundai Previews Oscars Ads
For the fifth consecutive year, Hyundai will be the exclusive automotive sponsor of the Oscars broadcast on February 24 on ABC. To celebrate Hollywood’s biggest night, the Korean automaker will be airing nine commercials in total, highlighting seven different Hyundai models...
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Hyundai Veloster Turbo vs Scion tC RS 8.0 - Video
With performance that’s a little less than their dramatic styling both the Hyundai Veloster Turbo and Scion tC offer fun in affordable, efficient and functional packages. But which is best?
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Hyundai Betting Big on Fuel-Cell Powered Tuscon
Hyundai won’t be the first automaker to manufacture and sell a fuel-cell electric vehicle (FCEV), but it will be the first company to mass produce such a vehicle with the Tuscon FCEV, which will be available in 2015. “One of our biggest FCEV differentiators for us...
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BMWs are Cheaper Than Hyundais in Korea
It may be hard to believe, but BMWs can be cheaper in Korea than cars from Hyundai. Lower tariffs are making German imports cheaper than local Korean-made vehicles. A BMW 528i for example, is around $64,000 in South Korea while the flagship Kia K9 is around $76,400. Even...
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Hyundai CEO Named 2013 Automotive Exec of the Year
If he were real, Andy Dufresne would be impressed with Hyundai CEO John Krafcik who despite the obstacles is being named the 2013 Automotive Executive of the Year After all, both the fictional Shawshank Redemption character and charismatic brand boss were forced to mire their...
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Top 10 Strangest Rebadged Vehicles
Sometimes automakers have holes in their line-up bigger than Van Halen did in 1985. Due to a lack of time, resources or manufacturing facilities, the company looks for a quick fix. The solution? Grab a vehicle from another company that fills the void and rebrand it as their own....
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Ask AutoGuide No. 9 – Scion FR-S vs. Ford Focus ST vs. Hyundai Veloster Turbo
Ah to be young again. AutoGuide’s nationally recognized, board-certified Oracles remember their youth vividly… it was terrible. People...
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Top 10 Best-Selling Vehicles for April 2013
The sales numbers are in for April 2013, and we’ve compiled a list of the top 10 best-selling cars for last month. Kicking off the list is the Hyundai Elantra with a starting MSRP of $16,965. The compact model from the Korean automaker saw 45.2 percent more sales this year...
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