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hyundai i20 wrc - test debut

Hyundai i20 WRC - Test Debut

Hyundai Motorsport has taken the i20 WRC out of the workshop and onto the road at the start of its testing programme. The new i20 WRC has been put on various tests including checking the car’s systems. The hatchback is scheduled to make its official debut in the FIA World Rally Championship in 2014. While all key areas of the car’s performance were evaluated, there was a major focus on collecting feedback on the i20 WRC’s 1.6 litre turbocharged engine as part of the continuing devel

2013 hyundai santa fe sport - best compact cuv by nwapa

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport - Best Compact CUV by NWAPA

The all-new 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is hugely appreciated in Europe, because of its competitive price, high quality materials, and good equipment and nice styling. It appears that the CUV is well received in the US, too. The Santa Fe Sport was named “Best Compact CUV” during the 2013 Mudfest competition

hyundai unveils a preview of mistra model

Hyundai Unveils a Preview of Mistra Model

Another concept vehicle has been unveiled at the 2013 Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition, namely Hyundai Mistra Concept. The model is a preview of upcoming China-exclusive mid-sized family sedan. The company will launch the production vehicle later this year. The Mistra is positioned between the Sonata and Elantra. The mid-sized sedan concept has the following dimensions: 4,710 mm length, 1,820 mm width and 1,470 mm height, as well as a 2,770 mm-long wheelbase. It is equipped with 19-inch alum

hyundai luxury sports coupe hnd-9

Hyundai Luxury Sports Coupe HND-9

Hyundai has announced the HND-9 Concept – brand’s Luxury Sports Coupe. “HND-9 will give customers a glimpse of Hyundai’s future luxury sports coupe models. Representing an evolution of Hyundai’s ‘Fluidic Sculpture’ design philosophy, the rear-wheel drive sports coupe concept balances high performance with a sophisticated image.”, commented Suk-Geun Oh, head of Hyundai’s Design Center in Namyang, Korea. The HND-9 is the ninth concept model developed by the Hyundai Moto

hyundai hnd-9 concept [sketch]

Hyundai HND-9 Concept [sketch]

Hyundai has released some interesting sketches of the new HND-9 Concept vehicle, which is set to make its official debut at the 2013 Seoul Motor Show, next week. The ‘HND-9’ represents an evolution of Hyundai’s fluidic sculpture design philosophy. The ninth concept model developed by Hyundai Motor Group’s R&D Center in Namyang, Korea, the HND-9 features sophisticated details in every design element, reinforcing a premium look. Fluidic yet sleek character lines that stretch fro

2013 hyundai ix35 fuel cell

2013 Hyundai ix35 Fuel Cell

Hyundai has announced the 2013 ix35 Fuel Cell, which has been selected for the second consecutive year by the European Commission-backed Fuel Cells and Hydrogen Joint Undertaking (FCH JU) to demonstrate the real-world benefits of hydrogen fuel cell technology. The world’s first production fuel cell electric vehicle, the ix35 Fuel Cell, will be made available throughout 2013 to members of the European Parliament, European Commission officials and other policymakers for test drives in Bru

2013 geneva motor show: hyundai i20 wrc

2013 Geneva Motor Show: Hyundai I20 WRC

Hyundai will take part at the FIA World Rally Championship with its new specification i20 WRC. The model was unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show showing-off all its assets. The model embodies remarkable enhancements to the exterior bodywork and suspension. To be more precise, the upgrades are the result of collaborative work between Hyundai's R&D facility in Namyang, Koreaand and the newly formed Hyundai Motorsport GmbH in Alzenau,Germany, headed up by veteran WRC man Michel Nandan. In f

facelifted hyundai ix35 to be revealed in geneva

Facelifted Hyundai ix35 To Be Revealed In Geneva

Hyundai has just released the first image showing its facelifted ix35. In addition it has been disclosed that the model is going to be revealed in Geneva this week. The new ix35 comes equipped with improved powertrain line-up, which features the European-developed gasoline engine named 'Nu' 2,0-litre GDI (Gasoline Direct Injection). The latter delivers more power but still has greater economy than the 'Theta-II' 2,0-litre engine it replaces. Furthermore, the 'R' diesel engine receives clean technology, such as L

hyundai teases hcd-14 concept ahead of naias

Hyundai Teases HCD-14 Concept Ahead Of NAIAS

Hyundai HCD-14 Concept vehicle is going to be one of the highlights at this years North American International Auto Show, which will take place in Detroit. There, the brand plans to unveil for the first time to the world the new concept model. However, to make the atmosphere even tenser, Hyundai has just released the first teaser image of the HCD-14. The photo gives a glimpse towards the future in terms of brand’s new premium vehicle design language. In addition, the vehicle is promised to offer advanced 3-

2012 hyundai santa fe - 5 stars in euro ncap crash test

2012 Hyundai Santa Fe - 5 Stars in Euro NCAP Crash Test

Euro NCAP has published a crash test video of the new 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe. The SUV managed to earn full five stars safety rating by independent vehicle assessment organization. Its scores on all four test categories make it one of the safest vehicles ever assessed and a leader in its segment. 2012 Santa Fe is

hyundai veloster remix special edition now in production

Hyundai Veloster REMIX Special Edition Now in Production

The eight SEMA bound vehicle of Hyundai has just been unveiled and it is inspired by the brand’s successful REMIX Lab program. The latter debuted a year ago at the same show and provoked big interest among the car enthusiasts. This year Hyundai is showcasing at the show the production vehicle. This special edition

fuelculture hyundai genesis coupe at the 2012 sema

FuelCulture Hyundai Genesis Coupe at the 2012 SEMA

FuelCulture and Hyundai has presented their project – a special edition Genesis Coupe at the 2012 SEMA Motor Show. The car comes with a lot of upgrades (see below), but the most important are under the hood. The 2.0 liter turbocharged petrol engine gets an ARK DT-S exhaust system, ECU remap, Injen CAI and Chase