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Hyundai Hits the Sweet Spot With 2012 Genesis Sedan
June 6, 2011 – 3:25 am | One Comment
Hyundai Hits the Sweet Spot With 2012 Genesis Sedan

Shiftable 8-speed transmission is standard across the sedan’s model line.
FOUNTAIN VALLEY, CALIF. – The 2012 Hyundai Genesis sedan will benefit from an important midcycle product update, receiving an all-new 8-speed automatic transmission with shifting capabilities, …

Hyundai’s Decision To Forgo A Luxury Nameplate Is Only Temporary
April 13, 2011 – 5:13 am | No Comment
Hyundai’s Decision To Forgo A Luxury Nameplate Is Only Temporary

By Jason Lancaster
In order for Hyundai to maximize both growth and profits, they need to add a luxury nameplate. Luxury cars are highly profitable when compared to mass-market cars, and luxury brands raise the public …

2011 Hyundai Azera Specs & Overview
February 25, 2011 – 12:05 am | 3 Comments
2011 Hyundai Azera Specs & Overview

The Hyundai Azera is one of the few Hyundai models not experiencing the recognition and attendant surge in demand enjoyed by the Elantra, Tucson, Sonata and Genesis, a mostly overlooked large sedan in the Korean …

2011 Hyundai Genesis Sedan Specs & Overview
February 24, 2011 – 12:05 am | No Comment
2011 Hyundai Genesis Sedan Specs & Overview

European, Japanese and American automakers knew for quite some time that the Hyundai Genesis was on its way to America, having first laid its eyes on the big, luxury sedan at the 2007 New York …

2011 Chicago Auto Show Highlights
February 9, 2011 – 12:17 pm | One Comment
2011 Chicago Auto Show Highlights

Today is the first of two media days for the 2011 Chicago Auto Show with Friday the official start of the public segment. From February 11-20, 2011, Chicagoland residents will be able to take in …

Five New Engines Power Ward’s List
December 14, 2009 – 12:07 am | 2 Comments
Five New Engines Power Ward’s List

Let’s put aside for a moment all of the “car of the year” awards rolling out lately. When it comes to what really counts, isn’t what can be found underneath the hood most important to …

Confirmed: Hyundai Equus Coming To America
August 13, 2009 – 9:45 am | 5 Comments
Confirmed: Hyundai Equus Coming To America

Fresh off of successfully introducing its premium Genesis sedan and sporty Genesis coupe, Hyundai Motors is planning to turn everything up a notch by introducing its largest sedan, the Hyundai Equus, to the US market. …

Is The Hyundai Equus U.S. Bound?
May 15, 2009 – 3:43 am | 3 Comments
Is The Hyundai Equus U.S. Bound?

Since launching the Hyundai Genesis here in America last year, the South Korean automaker has reported decent interest in both the luxury sedan and sport coupe that share the Genesis name. Sales are good and …

Hyundai Sets Genesis Coupe Pricing
February 12, 2009 – 3:03 am | 6 Comments
Hyundai Sets Genesis Coupe Pricing

Fresh off the heels of garnering the prestigious North American Car of the Year award for its Genesis Sedan, Hyundai is using this month’s Chicago Auto Show to debut the Genesis Coupe, a well-equipped sport …

Consumer Reports Raves Over The Hyundai Genesis
January 7, 2009 – 3:03 am | 3 Comments
Consumer Reports Raves Over The Hyundai Genesis

My thoughts that the Hyundai Genesis should have been given its own brand name (ala Lexus) hasn’t hurt the Korean luxury sedan. Over the past several months, the Genesis has been recognized as one of …

Audi A8 L Is A Favorite Of Prestigious Auto Guide
December 18, 2008 – 2:31 am | One Comment
Audi A8 L Is A Favorite Of Prestigious Auto Guide

Choosing a top luxury car pick can be a daunting task, especially when there are so many good, even exceptional models to choose from. Among Japanese automakers Lexus, Infiniti and Acura each field world class …

Hyundai Genesis – Luxury Wannabe Or Best Bargain?
September 9, 2008 – 3:00 am | 3 Comments
Hyundai Genesis – Luxury Wannabe Or Best Bargain?

When Hyundai announced a few years back that they would be designing several new luxury models with an eye toward shipping these cars to the ultra competitive North American and European markets, most enthusiasts immediately …

Hyundai, Kia Seek To Nearly Double Capacity By 2010
August 21, 2008 – 3:45 am | One Comment
Hyundai, Kia Seek To Nearly Double Capacity By 2010

Hyundai Motors and their affiliate company, Kia, have aggressive plans to expand build capacity over the next two years. Based on Hyundai’s projections, the company believes that owning 9% of the global market is possible, …

Hyundai Pulls In Tuners For Genesis Coupe
July 29, 2008 – 3:34 am | One Comment
Hyundai Pulls In Tuners For Genesis Coupe

I’ve been critical of Hyundai for the past two decades though I will say that the company has made great strides when it comes to quality. After all, the Hyundai Excel which came stateside in …