Kia profits rose 67 percent in the second quarter, thanks largely to increased sales of the Optima sedan and Sportage crossover. Kia isn’t just finding success in the U.S. market either. The Korean automaker saw global sales rise 21 percent last quarter compared to the same period last year. Additionally, Kia’s U.S. market share rose [...]
Hyundai
Hyundai is winning over consumers according to Kelly Blue Book’s KBB.com. The automotive information website said that Hyundai topped Honda and Toyota for the No. 1 spot in brand loyalty in the second quarter of this year. Brand loyalty can be influenced by a number of variables, including the economy, recalls, fuel prices and more [...]
For the first time ever, production of the Hyundai Sonata has surpassed that of the Toyota Camry, which still remains the best-selling car in the U.S. Despite retaining its sales crown, the Sonata continues to be a formidable competitor in the midsize sedan market and is an attractive alternative to the Camry and the Honda [...]
The recession has had a tremendous impact on consumers, forcing many to evaluate their spending and saving habits. Apparently, the wealthy have also changed their ways. According to The Wall Street Journal, six percent of American Express Centurion “Black Card” holders say they own a Hyundai. To put that into perspective, another six percent of [...]
Hyundai’s all-new 2011 Elantra dominated a recent Cars.com survey of compact cars and earned the website’s ‘Best Value: Price to Pump’ award. With a price tag that’s well below $20,000 and fuel ratings higher than 35 miles per gallon, the Elantra’s value was apparent. But the car’s stellar interior and exterior design, advanced safety technologies, [...]
After several years on the market, the Hyundai’s first foray into the luxury sedan market continues to look fresh and offer a robust package. However, the 2012 Hyundai Genesis will nevertheless get a few upgrades and cosmetic enhancements to keep it looking its best. For starters, the base Genesis 3.8 receives a direct-injected 3.8-liter V6, [...]
The all-new three-door Hyundai Veloster will be a crucial model that’s expected to elevate the brand’s performance image. Unfortunately, labor disputes have delayed production of the new car in South Korea, putting its exact arrival into showrooms into question. Luckily, Hyundai announced this week that it will begin initial shipments in South Korea following this [...]
The 2011 Seoul Motor Show is kicking off this week, and naturally Hyundai has an exciting concept vehicle to show. The Hyundai Blue2 Concept is a fuel cell vehicle that the automaker hopes will help it capture an “early leadership of the FCEV market.” Its design marks a new direction for the Korean automaker, as [...]
Brand loyalty is difficult to obtain, but thanks to a bevy of fresh, award-winning products, more car buyers are trusting Hyundai. In a recent Brand Keys survey, Hyundai came out on top as the auto brand with the best customer loyalty. According to Brand Keys President Robert Passikoff, Hyundai “has been able to best meet [...]
Hyundai is reportedly in talks to team-up with tech giant Samsung to develop a next-generation in-vehicle connectivity system. The system will reportedly allow tablets, like Smasung’s Galaxy Tab, to be fully integrated into cars by 2013. The system would also allow smartphone tethering and could enable integrated apps to be controled through the embedded device. [...]
