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Our favorites from an extensive assortment of cars, trucks, crossovers and concepts.
by Paul A. Eisenstein on Apr.02, 2018
The turnstiles are spinning at the Javits Convention Center and for good reason. The 2018 New York International Auto Show is winning raves as the year’s most significant North American event, with dozens of significant debuts.
This year’s NAIAS covered plenty of ground: from long-range electric vehicles to high-powered performance cars – even some high-performance electric vehicles. Followers of automotive design will have plenty to talk about, too. The show underscores all the dramatic changes sweeping through the auto industry, even on the retail side, as more manufacturers announce new subscription programs.
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Whether you’re heading down to the show or simply trying to check out from a distance the most significant, intriguing and unusual cars, trucks, crossovers and concepts on display, here’s a handy guide to our dozen favorites.
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First effort turns heads in NYC.
by Michael Strong on Mar.29, 2018
Genesis continued its evolution as a luxury brand with its first-ever concept vehicle, the Essentia.
The evolution of Hyundai’s nascent luxury brand, Genesis, took another step forward in New York City with the introduction of its first-ever concept, the Genesis Essentia.
The battery-electric vehicle features a lightweight carbon-fiber monocoque, a robust, multi-motor electric powertrain and a custom-tailored interior. Essentia is “a true GT car and challenges the status quo as the ultimate manifestation of Genesis design and engineering,” according to Genesis.
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The new concept, including its tough to miss clear hood, hit the stage at the New York International Auto Show and is intended to cement the brand’s perception as a long-term player in the growing luxury segment. (more…)
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Maker offering up two new versions of the ute.
by Joseph Szczesny on Mar.29, 2018
Hyundai unveiled its new Santa Fe sport-utility at the New York International Auto Show.
Hyundai is moving to shore up model line with a brand-new version of the Santa Fe.
The 2019 Santa Fe made its official U.S. debut during the press days at the New York International Auto Show and will go on sale this coming summer.
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The all-new Santa Fe and Santa Fe Diesel – a first for Hyundai in the U.S. – are the third and fourth of eight new or re-engineered utility vehicles Hyundai plans to debut by 2020 as shifts its model line to keep up with consumer preferences. (more…)
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At 250 miles/charge, battery-ute tops Tesla Model 3,
by Paul A. Eisenstein on Mar.28, 2018
Hyundai wasted no time in getting the battery-electric version of its new Kona compact ute in front of the people.
The race to bring out affordable, long-range battery-electric vehicles is shifting into high gear, Hyundai among an assortment of manufacturers revealing new products – or laying out plans – at this year’s New York International Auto Show.
And the Korean carmaker wasn’t pulling any punches as it pulled the wraps off the Kona Electric, the battery-powered version of its new Kona sport-utility vehicle. During a media preview, Hyundai Motor America CEO Brian Smith pointed out that is rated at 250 miles per charge, more 12 miles than the Chevrolet Volt EV and 30 more than the Tesla Model 3.
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Hyundai has, in fact, taken pains to tweak Tesla in recent weeks, warning the California carmaker it’s coming into the market with a billboard-sized banner that greeted visitors to the Geneva Motor Show earlier this month. In his Wednesday comments, meanwhile, Smith noted that Hyundai is “a company that meets its production deadlines,” a clear shot at Tesla’s ongoing production problems with the Model 3. (more…)
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Hyundai's hot seller should continue moving metal with refresh.
by Joseph Szczesny on Mar.28, 2018
The new 2019 Hyundai Tucson gets refreshed for the model year and adds some new technology as well.
The Tucson has been one of the mainstays of the Hyundai line-up in recent years and for is getting a big facelift for the 2019 model year.
In the cosmetic department, Hyundai’s compact crossover vehicle gets a new grille and new headlights and a new front and rear fascias for 2019 in a bid to keep up with the intensifying competition in the utility vehicle segments that J.D Power & Associates indicates is beginning to put increased pressure on some models.
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But the current edition of the Tucson has set a sales record in each of the past 12 months and the new version of Tucson, which following its debut at the New York International Auto Show this week is due in showrooms next fall, will also get a significant amount of new technology. (more…)
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Putting a little crossover through its paces on the Big Island.
by Paul A. Eisenstein on Mar.26, 2018
The Hyundai Kona is one of the smallest of the small CUVs - but only on the outside.
So much for palm trees swaying in a sunny, South Pacific breeze. The wind is blowing, all right, but the normally desert-like Kona Coast is anything but warm and dry as we head out for a day’s drive across the Big Island of Hawaii.
Actually, we’re just fine with that, as it gives us a chance to put the new 2019 Hyundai Kona through its paces as we explore one of the most ecologically diverse places on the planet. By the time we wrap up we’ll experience just about every sort of weather one can imagine short of snow – and at the top of Saddle Road, which cuts between the currently dormant Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa volcanoes, even a blizzard is possible.
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We’ve spent nearly 12 hours in the air flying to, yes, Kona, Hawaii to see just how well the new Kona crossover lives up our expectations. Hyundai was slow to recognize one of the most dramatic shifts in the automotive market, the rapid shift from sedans and coupes to SUVs and crossover-utility vehicles. As it rolls into dealer showrooms across the U.S. in the coming weeks, it becomes the Korean brand’s third utility vehicle, joining the compact Tucson and midsize Santa Fe – with an assortment of others, including the hydrogen-powered Nexo, to follow.
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Hyundai adding “caution” to its program; Boston mayor wants autonomous tests halted in city.
by Paul A. Eisenstein on Mar.20, 2018
In light to Uber's autonomous vehicle killing a pedestrian, other companies are revisiting their testing plans and procedures.
Reaction has been quick in the wake of a fatal Phoenix crash involving a prototype autonomous vehicle operated by ride-sharing service Uber, at least one major automaker saying it will temporarily “pause” testing of its own self-driving vehicles on public roads.
Though police in the suburb of Tempe say preliminary evidence indicates the Uber-modified Volvo SUV was not at fault in the death of a pedestrian Sunday night, the incident has raised flags that could slow the race to put self-driving technology on the road.
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While Toyota issued a statement noting that it “cannot speculate on the cause of the incident or what it may mean to the automated driving industry going forward,” the automaker added in a statement that, “Because we feel the incident may have an emotional effect on our test drivers, we have decided to temporarily pause our Chauffeur mode testing on public roads.” (more…)
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Airbag problem could extend beyond named makers.
by Michael Strong on Mar.19, 2018
The Kia Forte's airbag is subject to an investigation by NHTSA for the 2012–13 model years.
Less than a month after Hyundai declared there is a problem, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said it is investigating airbag problems affecting 425,000 Kia and Hyundai vehicles.
The agency is also looking to see if the problem – airbags not inflating during a collision – is affecting other automakers.
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Over the weekend, NHTSA said it was opening a query into 2011 Hyundai Sonata and 2012–13 Kia Forte vehicles. The move comes after the agency said it received reports that because of the problem in sixn instances, there have been four deaths and six injuries. (more…)
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No deaths have occurred as a result of issue.
by Michael Strong on Mar.09, 2018
Hyundai is recalling 155,000 2011 model-year Sonata for an airbag problem.
Airbag recalls are still dominating headlines in 2018 as Hyundai announced it is recalling nearly 155,000 Sonata midsize cars in the U.S. because the airbags may not inflate in a crash.
The action covers cars from the 2011 model year. The problem is unrelated to the ongoing issue with Takata airbags.
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South Korean automaker Hyundai claims a short circuit in the airbag control computer can stop the seat belts from tightening before a crash as well as prevent the airbags from deploying. (more…)
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The “Gravity of Prestige.”
by Paul A. Eisenstein on Mar.07, 2018
Expect to see the Kia K900 debut at the New York International Auto Show later this month.
Reports of the demise of the big Kia K900 luxury sedan? Well, you know what Mark Twain would say: they’ve been greatly exaggerated.
With the overwhelming response to the new Stinger, there’s no question that Kia is putting a lot of emphasis on that sexy new GT model. But company insiders have repeatedly emphasized to TheDetroitBureau.com that the K900 isn’t going away. And if you needed proof, check out these two renderings of the second-generation sedan that is expected to make a debut appearance in the coming weeks an roll into showrooms by mid-year.
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To further underscore its longevity, consider that the new model was a collaborative development pairing Kia’s global design headquarters in the Seoul suburb of Namyang, along with the automaker’s U.S. design center in Irvine, California.
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The turnstiles are spinning at the Javits Convention Center and for good reason. The 2018 New York International Auto Show is winning raves as the year’s most significant North American event, with dozens of significant debuts.
