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New York, 03/19/2008 -- Hyundai unveiled Genesis Coupe, the new benchmark for attainable 300-horsepower sport coupes, during a press conference at the New York International Auto Show today. The 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe is a purpose-built rear-wheel drive sport coupe featuring two performance-focused engines – a 212-horsepower (est.), 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine and a range-topping all-aluminum, 306-horsepower (est.), DOHC 3.8-liter V6 engine. The Hyundai Genesis Coupe is scheduled to join the Hyundai lineup in the spring of 2009.

2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe: A New Benchmark for Attainable 300-Horsepower Sport Coupes

GENESIS COUPE HIGHLIGHTS

2008 Hyundai Sonata Receives Environmental Honors from The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE)

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 02/22/2008 The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE) recognized the 2008 Hyundai Sonata on its “Greener Choices 2008” list that features widely available gasoline-powered cars and light trucks with automatic transmissions. The Sonata will be listed in the ACEEE’s Green Book® Online, an annual consumers’ guide to environmentally-friendly cars and trucks.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 02/18/2008 -- Hyundai’s Super Bowl advertisements did the best job of boosting brand opinion according to two leading marketing research firms. The Nielsen Online MegaPanel Survey, post-game study showed that 43 percent of respondents had improved their opinion of the Hyundai brand – the highest of any automotive advertiser. In addition, in comScore’s 2008 Super Bowl post-game survey, Hyundai garnered a 45 percent increase in net brand improvement, the highest figure of any Super Bowl advertiser.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 02/13/2008 -- Motherproof.com, a site dedicated to providing women and mothers with useful and entertaining new car reviews, recognized the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz as a top new vehicle choice for families at the 2008 Mother Proof Awards.

The annual Mother Proof Awards selects the year’s best new vehicles for families across a broad range of categories. The Veracruz was awarded the “Top 3-Row SUV or Crossover” vehicle in a special presentation by Kristen Varela, Mother Proof’s editor and “chief mother,” during Women’s Day at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show.

2008 Hyundai Veracruz Recognized By Kelley Blue Book's Kbb.Com For Being Safe, Roomy And Affordable

Fountain Valley, CA, 02/12/2008 -- Kelley Blue Book (KBB), the leading provider of new- and used-vehicle information, named the 2008 Hyundai Veracruz to its first list of “Best New Family Vehicles.”

From a long list of vehicles, the expert editors of Kelley Blue Book’s kbb.com selected this year’s 10 Best New Family Vehicles by evaluating each on factors such as safety, interior space, price, resale value, fuel efficiency, capability and, importantly, kid-friendliness.

Offenbach, 02/11/2008 -- At the 2008 Geneva International Motor Show, Hyundai Motor Co. will present two new production models, a stunning new concept car and a program to enhance the general environmental compatibility of its vehicles.

Highlights:
· European premiere of next-generation Hyundai Sonata
· World premiere of new Hyundai Matrix
· World premiere of a range of eco-dynamic vehicles
· Hyundai HED-5: a 6-seater MPV concept with advanced materials and versatility

On the model front, the Hyundai Sonata has become the standard bearer for Hyundai across the world in the D segment. As it enters its sixth generation, the car that regularly tops the US polls for customer satisfaction becomes even more European in both performance and style.

Hyundai i-Blue Fuel Cell Concept reveals third-generation fuel cell technology

Chicago, 02/06/2008 -- Hyundai’s new hydrogen-powered, zero-emission concept, the i-Blue Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle (FCEV), debuted in North America at the 100th edition of the Chicago Auto Show today. Developed at Hyundai’s Design and Technical Center in Chiba, Japan, the i-Blue concept illustrates the design direction for a future FCEV production model.

Hyundai i-Blue Fuel Cell Concept

The all-new i-Blue platform features Hyundai’s third-generation fuel cell technology, currently being developed at Hyundai’s Eco-Technology Research Institute in Mabuk, Korea.

The 2009 Hyundai Sonata features an all-new interior, enhanced suspensions and revised powertrains boasting even more horsepower and improved fuel economy. The 2009 Hyundai Sonata combines refined design, proven dependability, spirited performance and an extensive list of standard features to increase its appeal to a broader range of customers. The 2009 Hyundai Sonata is now on sale at Hyundai dealerships.

2009 Hyundai Sonata

Chicago, 02/06/2008 -- Hyundai Motor America announced pricing for the refreshed 2009 Sonata at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show today. The 2009 Hyundai Sonata features an all-new interior, enhanced suspensions and revised powertrains boasting even more horsepower and improved fuel economy. The 2009 Hyundai Sonata is now on sale at Hyundai dealerships.

2009 Hyundai Sonata

Fuel-Efficent 2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring Arrives in United States

Chicago, 02/06/2008 -- Hyundai Motor America took the wraps off its Elantra Touring five-door compact at the 2008 Chicago Auto Show today. Making its United States debut, the all-new 2009 Elantra Touring is a sportier, more functional variant of Hyundai’s popular Elantra sedan, and is slated to hit dealerships by the end of the year. Elantra Touring is based on the i30 CW model that was designed for the European market.

2009 Hyundai Elantra Touring