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Hyundai Nuvis concept made its world debut at the 2009 New York International Auto Show (NYIAS)

The Hyundai Nuvis is the eleventh signature concept car to be designed at the company’s California Design Center in Irvine, Calif. In addition to showcasing the brand’s cutting-edge capabilities, Nuvis also hints at a possible design direction for a future-generation crossover, blending attributes of a tall urban car and a premium utility vehicle.

Hyundai Nuvis Concept Car - view: Consistent with Hyundai’s pledge to lead all brands in U.S. fuel economy by 2015, the Hyundai Nuvis is powered by Hyundai’s Hybrid Blue Drive architecture, which uses breakthrough lithium polymer battery technology.

Accent Cruises Into 2009 With 35 Miles Per Gallon

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Accent enters 2009 an improved weapon against soaring gas prices, with the popular automatic transmission model achieving a 35 MPG EPA highway rating. Smart engineering enhancements to the Accent's engine, transmission, tire pressure, powertrain management system and power steering pump improve fuel efficiency by up to eight percent.

2009 Hyundai Accent: With the addition of a 2008 J.D. Power Vehicle Dependability Award to the trophy case, the Hyundai Accent is better equipped than ever to meet the requirements of the entry-segment car buyer.

2009 Veracruz Adds Hyundai's USB/iPod Auxiliary Inputs

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. -- The seven-passenger Hyundai Veracruz has raised the bar on what consumers expect in the premium, midsize crossover segment. For 2009, Veracruz adds Hyundai’s USB/iPod auxiliary inputs, making it easier for customers to operate and listen to their iPods through the vehicle’s audio system. Veracruz is available in two trim levels, GLS and Limited. The SE trim level has been deleted for 2009 and simplified into the new GLS Preferred Package, which adds the most popular SE features to create an even-better-appointed GLS. The 2009 Veracruz Limited is available with a monochromatic Black Diamond exterior with black leather interior trim.

Award Winning 2009 Santa Fe Adds Features

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Hyundai’s Santa Fe crossover continues to win critical acclaim and new customers seeking a stylish, roomy, fuel efficient crossover. For 2009, the Santa Fe adds the convenience of Hyundai’s USB/iPod® auxiliary inputs, realigns option packages to better match consumer desires and adds new exterior colors.

2009 Hyundai Santa Fe: With a roomy, well-crafted interior, optional third-row seat and the 2009 Santa Fe continues to raise the bar in the crossover segment.

NEW EQUIPMENT HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2009:
· Improved audio systems
· Standard USB/iPod® auxiliary inputs
· SE Touring Package adds power driver seat and Homelink®

Hyundai Tucson Boasts Even Better Fuel Economy for 2009

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., How did Hyundai improve Tucson’s EPA fuel economy values for 2009 without any significant engine changes? The answer lies in sound engineering refinements to Tucson’s transmission management systems, torque converters, steering pump belt and engine management system.

2009 Hyundai Tucson

2009 Hyundai Azera Packs More Perks Into Premium Sedan Segment

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Hyundai Azera’s long list of features has been expanded and upgraded once again for the 2009 model year, adding to its outstanding reputation for luxury and value in the premium sedan segment. Updates to the 2009 Azera include improved steering and suspension for better ride and handling on all models, new blue interior lighting, chrome interior accents, more distinctive chrome grille, redesigned alloy wheels and first-ever standard iPod®/USB and auxiliary inputs.

Enhanced Suspensions, New Audio System Keep the 2009 Hyundai Elantra a Top Pick for Car Shoppers

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. -- The award-winning Elantra returns in 2009 with the convenience of Hyundai’s USB/iPod® auxiliary inputs, new audio system with larger display and improved XM Satellite Radio™ reception and enhanced suspensions for improved ride and handling.

2009 Hyundai Elantra: Upgrades for 2009 include an enhanced suspension and steering tuning for GLS models.

The Best Minivan Ever Tested Adds More Technology For 2009

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Hyundai’s minivan, the Entourage, combines top safety ratings and new technologies to redefine value in 2009. Entourage now sports standard XM Satellite Radio and iPod® integration with its top five-star crash test rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and a TOP SAFETY PICK rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) – the best rating ever for a minivan.

2009 Hyundai Entourage: Exemplifies Hyundai’s leadership in standardizing the industry’s most effective safety technologies

2009 NEW EQUIPMENT HIGHLIGHTS:

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 09/03/2008 -- Hyundai Motor America today announced that HKS USA, Inc. will create a high-performance Genesis Coupe 2.0t for the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show. The all-new, rear-wheel drive Hyundai model will make its SEMA debut at the Las Vegas Convention Center Nov. 4 – Nov. 7, 2008. HKS, the leading manufacturer of premium performance parts, is the second company to join Hyundai for this year’s SEMA show.

HKS Genesis Coupe: High-performance Genesis Coupe 2.0t for the 2008 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) show

HYUNDAI GENESIS COUPE HIGHLIGHTS:
· Hyundai’s first rear-wheel drive sports car

Hyundai Brand Jumps Eight Rank Positions In Yearly Dependability Study / Problems- Per- 100 Vehicles Drop Overall By 14 Percent / High-Mileage Accent At The Top Of Its Class / All Models Improved Over Last Year

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., 08/07/2008 -- The fuel-efficient Hyundai Accent, which gets up to 35 miles per gallon on the highway, today was named the most dependable sub-compact car by J.D. Power and Associates in its 2008 Vehicle Dependability Study (VDS).

2008 Hyundai Accent