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Hyundai Veloster Alpine Concept is Snow-Prepped: 2012 SEMA Show

Hyundai Veloster Alpine Concept is Snow-Prepped: 2012 SEMA Show
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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. Continue Reading...

Next Hyundai Genesis will Offer AWD: Brand Boss Says

Next Hyundai Genesis will Offer AWD: Brand Boss Says
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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. Continue Reading...

2012 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Will Cost $21,950

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2012 Hyundai Veloster Turbo Will Cost $21,950
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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. Continue Reading...

Hyundai Set to Break March Sales Record

Hyundai Set to Break March Sales Record
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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?... Continue Reading...

Hyundai 10-Speed Transmission Planned for Genesis, Equus in 2014

Hyundai 10-Speed Transmission Planned for Genesis, Equus in 2014
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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... Continue Reading...

Kia “Veredus” Tipped as Name of Korean Automaker’s RWD Sports Sedan

Kia “Veredus” Tipped as Name of Korean Automaker’s RWD Sports Sedan
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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... Continue Reading...

Ford Insists Focus More Fuel Efficient than Hyundai Elantra

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Ford Insists Focus More Fuel Efficient than Hyundai Elantra
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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... Continue Reading...

Kia Attempts To Break Guinness World Record

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Kia Attempts To Break Guinness World Record
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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... Continue Reading...

All New Kia Forte to Debut Next Year

All New Kia Forte to Debut Next Year
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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... Continue Reading...

Hyundai Product Plan Includes 3 Series, Prius Rivals and More Upscale Veracruz

Hyundai Product Plan Includes 3 Series, Prius Rivals and More Upscale Veracruz
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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... Continue Reading...

Kia To Unveil RWD Four-Door Sports Sedan At Frankfurt Auto Show

Kia To Unveil RWD Four-Door Sports Sedan At Frankfurt Auto Show
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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... Continue Reading...
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