Hyundai News

2010 Hyundai Elantra Blue: Higher MPG, Just $25 More

The 2010 Hyundai Elantra is the latest iteration of a compact car known for frugality and low price. This year, Hyundai has boosted the mileage, raising the standard five-speed manual model to 26 mpg city / 35 mpg highway from last year's 24 mpg city / 33 mpg highway. The 2.0-liter, four-cylinder...

September 21, 2009 by John Voelcker 1

Hyundai To Debut i10 Electric and ix-Metro Hybrid Vehicles at Frankfurt Motor Show

September 4, 2009 2

2010 Dodge Caliber: Fewer Engines, 30 MPG Highway, Better Interior

September 1, 2009 5

Hyundai to Form Joint Venture With LG Chem to Produce Automotive Lithium-ion Batteries

August 31, 2009 1

Hybrid Sighting: 2011 Hyundai Sonata

When Hyundai releases their Sonata Hybrid in late 2010 they'll be entering a crowded field. The critically acclaimed Ford Fusion Hybrid, the Toyota Camry Hybrid, and the... August 11, 2009 by Robert Scardino

Hyundai Releases its First Hybrid Vehicle: the Elantra LPI

The hybrid race is on and nobody wants to be left behind. South Korean automaker Hyundai is a late comer to the game, but is trying to play catch up with their newly... July 12, 2009 by Eric Loveday 1

2010 Hyundai Elantra LPI Hybrid, sold in South Korea only

Hybrids From Hyundai: Full Speed Ahead

As major introductions go, the Hyundai Elantra LPI Hybrid isn't that impressive. The first-ever hybrid electric vehicle introduced by automaker Hyundai will be sold only in... July 8, 2009 by John Voelcker

2009 AutoPacific Ideal Vehicle Awards: What Small Cars Took Top Honors?

Today AutoPacific announced their 2009 winners of the Ideal Vehicle Awards (IVA). If you are like me, the first thing you are asking yourself is, ‘How did they come up with... June 29, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew

2009 Hyundai Nuvis Concept Makes a Splash In the Big Apple

As not to be left behind in the “green” market, Hyundai has said that they will be introducing a new hybrid sedan that will reportedly sport a new physique. In addition... April 10, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew

Korean Rivalry: 2009 Kia Spectra Vs. 2009 Hyundai Elantra

Most people today are fully aware of both the Kia and Hyundai brands--and when asked they would probably attribute them to inexpensive, small cars that have really, really... February 23, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew 2

Focus SVT versus Elantra: When racing on dirt, who do you think will win?

For those of you who are less familiar with the SCCA, they are a membership organization called the Sports Car Club of America. The club is one of the most active club... February 1, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew

Small Cars: Is It the '80s All Over Again?

I'll admit--I'm no expert on the '80s, other than the occasional cable music channel marathon on the subject, but I can't help but notice a pattern between economic downturns... February 1, 2009 by Jonathan McGrew

Lithium Polymer Batteries For 2011 Hyundai Sonata

Here's more news falling under the "Korean Automakers Are Taking Over the World" category. Hyundai plans to introduce a hybrid version of their popular midsize Sonata sedan... January 18, 2009 by Robert Scardino 2

Chrysler 200C Unveiled - More ENVI Eye Candy

Surprise! There's a new potential Chrysler ENVI product at the Detroit Auto Show. It's called the Chrysler 200C and it might use the same fake range-extending powertrain... January 11, 2009 by Robert Scardino

Hyundai Green Effort = Blue Drive

Hyundai Sonata Remember that South Korean automaker with a reputation for producing the cheapest econoboxes ever? These were the people who brought us the deplorable... November 20, 2008 by Robert Scardino