Tag archive: Hyundai

Kia used to make the cheapest cars sold in the United States, but now it is reaching for new heights of prestige. The Korean carmaker just released renderings of a large sedan, codenamed KH, that will debut later this year. The drawings show a sedan that adds some formality to the design language of existing Kias, like the Optima. The LED headlights vaguely resemble those of a BMW. Kia’s signature grille is more upright and sports vertical bars… Read More

Cars and football go together like beer and hot dogs, so with the Superbowl XLVI rapidly approaching automakers are spending big money in hopes of getting big reactions from consumers. Since Superbowl commercials have become just as much a part of the experience as the game itself (many people even claim they only watch it for the creative ads) it’s not surprising in the least that companies pull out all the stops come game day. And we mean all… Read More

Some people enjoy speculating about celebrity romances, some people enjoy speculating about corporate mergers. Every once in a while, we sit down with a beer and talk about cool mergers that will never happen, but might be really interesting to watch. This week I figured I’d share some of the more interesting ones with you. Disney + Apple It wouldn’t matter which one bought the other, but this could be a really cool combination. In many ways,… Read More

Not everyone can afford a Lexus. In fact, for most car buyers, the payments on an entry-level car like the Ford Fiesta or the upcoming Chevy Sonic are much more palatable. Yet, those small cars do not provide enough cargo space. The next step up – vehicles like the new Ford Focus and the Chevy Cruze – are more realistic for anyone who has kids, need to drive long distances in a daily commute, or just want a few extra amenities beyond the… Read More

For just under $20,000, the base 2011 Hyundai Sonata is a smart buy. The sleek styling, with a slight curve on the side and a low-angled front, recall a BMW 5-Series. A few choice tech features, including a dedicated 30-pin cable for your iPod Touch or iPhone, help keep you connected. And, fuel economy is outstanding at 24MPG in the city and 35MPG for highway driving. Yet, for those who want more muscle, the new Sonata Limited Turbo 2.0L,… Read More

For as solid as it is to hit a button and talk to a live person that is willing to help you with your car and driving needs, the sad truth is that most people prefer not to talk with live operators, especially when they are driving. They want an answer, then they want to move on. Hyundai recognizes this, and has introduced what they are dubbing “the smartest Hyundais ever built”. The system may sound reminiscent of OnStar, and in theory it is,… Read More

You’ve seen their cars, you might even drive one. Yet you’ve probably never considered using a Hyundai mobile phone. But the company is entering the UK mobile phone market, and plans to have between 3-5% of it within five years – some high ambitions for an already crowded field. The company’s plan is to initially use the Advantage Cellular hub. Advantage is a company that spans the entire telecoms chain, so Hyundai… Read More

Sure, the news yesterday was that XM satellite radio receivers will be installed as factory-standard gear in 2008 Infiniti automobiles; today, XM Satellite Radio has announced deals which will put its receivers in selected Lexus and (yes) Hyundai models. The deal with Hyundai is actually an expansion of an existing deal: XM receivers are already standard on the auto-maker's Azera, Elantra, Santa Fe, and Sonata models. The new… Read More

Starting in 2006, XM radios will be factory-installed in all Hyundai models, beginning with the all-new Sonata, Santa Fe, Elantra, and the upcoming replacement for the XG350 premium sedan. By year-end 2006, 75% of Hyundai's sales volume will be XM-equipped, with the remaining models following quickly thereafter, totaling well over 500,000 units by 2007. “Including XM as standard equipment in all of its vehicles makes this one of… Read More