2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe to Debut in Super Bowl XLIII Ads
Both commercials share a common theme, "The Epic Lap." The first commercial will feature the Genesis Coupe being driven by Rhys Millen with background music provided by cellist Yo-Yo Ma. The second commercial will feature different driving footage and music.
The 2010 Genesis Coupe is powered by either a 210 horsepower turbocharged 2.0L engine or a 306 horsepower 3.8L V6. Both engines put the power to the ground via the rear wheels.
More shots of the 2010 Hyundai Sonata have hit the internet before its official launch in South Korea.
The all-new Sonata ditches its conservative styling for a more curvaceous body with a longer nose and coupe-like roofline. Hyundai claims that the all-new Sonata expresses Hyundai's "fluidic sculpture" design language.
Stay tuned for the official launch in Korea on Sept 10th. The US should receive the new Sonata sometime next year as a 2011 model.
Hyundai Releases Teasers of the New Tucson
Hyundai is set to unveil the ix35 aka Tucson and a revised Santa Fe at the Frankfurt Motor Show next month. We've seen spy photos of the new Tucson, but now Hyundai has officially released two renderings of it before its official unveiling.
The new Tucson was designed at Hyundai's design center in Frankfurt and embodies Hyundai's new design language "fluidic sculpture." Although the Tucson is officially being dubbed the ix35 in Europe, the Tucson name will continue in the US when the next-gen launches early next year.
2012 Hyundai Veloster to Get 140 HP and Drive Like a 4-Pass Honda CRX
It has been previously announced that Hyundai is working on a replacement for the Tiburon that will be sold alongside the rear-wheel-drive Genesis. In a recent interview with Inside Line, Hyundai's President and CEO John Krafcik gave more details about the upcoming coupe.
According to Krafcik the final version will look 70-80 percent like the Veloster concept and will feature a "surprise body style."
"It might be doors or a unique roof or something with the hatch. But it won't be like anything out there before in the small car segment."
Krafcik also stated that the coupe is about the same size as the Accent. "Think of it like a four-passenger Honda CRX," he said. "It'll be a little car you can take out and wring its neck and still get good mileage. Fun and economical, with a great power-to-weight ratio."
The coupe is also expected to be powered by a direct-injection 1.6L with 140 horsepower that also returns over 40 mpg.
The official name of the coupe is still being decided.New York 09' Preview: Hyundai Nuvis Concept Hints at a New Crossover
Hyundai is remaining very tight lipped on the Nuvis concept that is going to be shown at the New York Auto Show next week. Besides showcasing the brand's cutting-edge capabilities it also hints at a possible design direction of a future crossover...
The Nuvis concept is the 11th concept car designed at the Hyundai's California Design Center in Irvine, California.
Hyundai BLUE-WILL Concept Headed to Seoul Motor Show
Hyundai is going to unveil the BLUE-WILL concept car at the Seoul Motor Show next week.
Hyundai's new plug-in hybrid concept car features a 1.6L direct-injection engine, which is mated to a CVT and a 100kw electric motor. The concept also features lithium-ion batteries that are located under the rear seat.
The concept also features dye-sensitive solar cells, which can generate power for the batteries without impeding visibility.
Kia Releases More Teasers of the 2010 Sorento
Kia has released two more teaser photos of the 2010 Sorento following last week's teaser.
The 2010 Sorento is going to move from a body-on-frame design to a unit-body design. It's overall look is much sportier than the current generation and features some of the same design cues as the new Kia Forte. It is expected that the Sorento will be powered by either a four-cylinder or the 3.8L Lambda V6 engine.
The 2010 Sorento will be officially unveiled at the Seoul Motor Show in April.
Detroit 09': Kia Soul'ster Concept Attempts to Appeal to "Active People"
The Kia Soul'ster concept immediately recalls such fun "open-air" cars like the old Isuzu Amigo and Jeep Wrangler (although this concept could never hit the trail like a Jeep).
The Kia Soul'ster concept is based on the new Kia Soul, but with only two doors and a two-piece canvas roof. There are no frills in this concept either, which means no power windows and a manual gearbox.
Kia describes the concept as a “fun, affordable convertible for active people who like to share good times with friends.”
The concept is powered by either a 120 horsepower 1.6L or a 140 horsepower 2.0L engine. Fuel economy for both engines is estimated at 30 mpg.
The Kia Soul will be in dealerships this spring, it's not known if Kia is actually going to produce the Soul'ster. It could be just what Kia needs to make the brand more appealing to 20-somethings.2010 Hyundai Equus Sketches Unveiled
Hyundai has released two official sketches of its 2010 Equus sedan. The Equus is a large luxury sedan that is sold in South Korea, Europe, China and the Middle East.
The 2010 Equus is expected to be powered by either a 420 horsepower 5.0L Tau V8 or a 4.6L Tau V8. Both engines will put the power to the ground via the rear wheels. Hyundai's new eight-speed automatic transmission is also expected to be offered.
The next-generation Equus is expected to also feature a Lane Departure Warning System, Pre-Safety Seatbelt System, and LED-equipped headlights and taillights.
The 2010 Hyundai Equus is expected in South Korean dealerships next month. Don't expect it to hit U.S. shores anytime soon, since it could cannibalize Genesis sales.
GM is Out...But Hyundai Might be the Next Chrysler Suitor
Last week it was reported that GM had suspended all talks with Chrysler about an apparent merger after the U.S. treasury denied GM's request for aid to buy Chrysler. Now it're being reported that Hyundai may be interested.
According to Reuters, Hyundai and Chrysler's owners, Cerberus Capital Management, have been in talks about Hyundai acquiring the Jeep brand. Both automakers have not released an official statement about the discussions.
Hyundai Street Concepts Genesis Coupe to be Unveiled at SEMA
Hyundai has partnered with Street Concepts to create a modified Genesis Coupe for the 2008 SEMA show in Las Vegas.
The Street Concepts Genesis Coupe will debut at the SEMA show on November 4, 2008 alongside other coupes designed by Rhys Millen and HKS.
LA Auto Show: Hyundai Concept Genesis Coupe Unveiled!
