Hyundai

Los Angeles, Calif., 11/14/2007 -- Today at the Los Angeles International Auto Show, Hyundai unveiled the Hyundai Veloster Sporty Coupe Concept for the first time in North America. Styled at Hyundai’s Design and Technical Center at Namyang, Korea the Hyundai Veloster coupe is the third in a series of daring concept cars to be developed by the company’s central styling studio.

Hyundai Veloster Sporty Coupe Concept

The Veloster name, a compound of velocity and roadster, evokes the sporty characteristics of a classic 2+2. A panoramic glass roof and other futuristic styling cues help project a high-tech image.

Expansion Supports Growing Sales And Dealer Body In The Southeast

AUSTELL, Georgia, 11/14/2007 -- Hyundai Motor Finance Company (HMFC) held grand opening ceremonies for its Southeast Regional Service Center in Austell, Ga. today. The new center will provide full retail credit and funding services for Hyundai and Kia dealers in the Southern and Eastern regions and allow HMFC to service its dealers more effectively from within the Eastern Time Zone.

“This new location is centrally located in the booming Atlanta metropolis,” said Michael Buckingham, president and chief executive officer, HMFC.

ANGELES, Calif., 11/13/2007 -- The Northwest Automotive Press Association (NWAPA) named Hyundai Veracruz the “Best Value SUV” of the 2007 14th annual Northwest Sport Utility Vehicle of the Year Competition at the Los Angeles International Auto Show today. The two-day test was held at Portland International Raceway.

2008 Hyundai Veracruz

J.D. Power Asia Pacific Reports: Customers Particularly Delighted by Doorstep Vehicle Pickup and Delivery

SINGAPORE: 14 November 2007 — For an eighth consecutive year, Maruti Suzuki ranks highest in customer satisfaction with authorized dealership service, according to the J.D. Power Asia Pacific 2007 India Customer Satisfaction Index (CSI) StudySM released today.

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Hyundai’s first minivan, the Entourage, which earned top marks when first introduced last year, keeps pace in 2008 with even more value and equipment options to suit the needs for families on-the-go. Sporting a powerful 3.8-liter V6 engine and a five-speed automatic transmission – all backed by Hyundai’s 10-year, 100,000-mile warranty – the Entourage is one smart buy.

2008 Hyundai Entourage

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., When introduced in 2007, the all-new 7-passenger Veracruz took the auto industry by storm, raising the bar on what consumers could expect in the premium, midsize crossover segment. Building on that momentum, the Veracruz gets even better for 2008, adding an all-new navigation system, designed for Hyundai by LG, one of the world’s leading electronics manufacturers.

2008 Hyundai Veracruz

NEW EQUIPMENT HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2008
· LG navigation system
· Previously optional equipment on Limited model, now standard
o Memory settings for power driver seat, exterior mirrors and steering wheel
o Power tilt/telescopic steering wheel
o Adjustable gas and brake pedals

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., It’s no surprise that the Santa Fe crossover has attracted a strong following, given its fuel-efficient V6 powertrains, advanced standard safety technologies and sleek styling. For 2008, the Santa Fe Limited gets even better, adding a 605-watt Infinity® Logic 7® audio system and power sunroof to the long list of standard equipment and an all-new navigation system to the list of optional equipment. Combine this with a roomy, well-crafted interior, optional third-row seat and clearly the 2008 Santa Fe continues to raise the bar in the crossover segment.

2008 Hyundai Santa Fe

New Equipment Highlights FOR 2008

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Already loaded with life saving standard safety features including Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and six airbags, the enhanced Tucson will be more occupant-friendly starting in the first quarter of 2008 with new active front head restraints. According to the IIHS (Insurance Institute for Highway Safety) models with improved rear crash protection all have “active” head restraint designs. Tucson is also the only crossover in its class with standard XM Satellite Radio® and an auxiliary audio input.

2008 Hyundai Tucson

NEW EQUIPMENT HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2008
· Active front head restraints (available first quarter of 2008)

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., The 2008 Hyundai Tiburon follows up its 2007 redesign by building on its unique combination of styling, performance and value. All 2008 Tiburons come standard with an all-new 220-watt Kenwood AM/FM/XM Satellite Radio®/CD/MP3 audio system, which includes three months of free service. Tiburon is the first sports coupe to offer XM as standard equipment, following in the footsteps of Sonata, Santa Fe, Azera, Veracruz and Elantra, all of which received standard XM in 2007.

2008 Hyundai Tiburon

2008 NEW Equipment Highlights

· Standard XM Satellite Radio with three months of free service
· 220-watt Kenwood AM/FM/XM Satellite Radio/CD/MP3 audio system

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., In 2007, the Azera trophy case expanded once again, this time to accommodate the premium sedan’s second consecutive win for large sedans in the J.D. Power and Associates Automotive Performance, Execution and Layout StudySM (APEAL), and its Strategic Vision Total Quality Award™ in the large car segment. Azera continues to redefine the premium sedan segment and raise the stakes even higher, packing in more luxury, value, upgrades and standard equipment than ever before.

2008 Hyundai Azera

NEW EQUIPMENT HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2008

· 17-inch alloy wheels now standard on GLS
· Bodycolor rocker panels added to GLS