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a gray Hyundai Kona driving on a deserted two-lane straightaway highway exemplifies that Hyundai readily competes with a Honda or Toyota

Is Hyundai a Japanese Car Company?

The Hyundai brand is very well known in the United States. The brand has grown in both presence and reputation. However, some people might still be confused about exactly where Hyundai Motor Company came from. Does it hail from Japan like the Japanese car company Toyota, or Honda? Here’s a little rundown of the Hyundai …
Hyundai Tuscon in the desert

2020 Mazda CX-5 vs. Hyundai Tucson: It All Comes Down to Preference

SUVs, cars, and trucks are evaluated by how they compare to their competition. This is true of the 2020 Mazda CX-5 and the 2020 Hyundai Tucson, which critics compare to the best selling crossovers in their class. Each of these SUVs is making a unique impression. The CX-5 has critics talking about how this compact crossover is fun to …
A red 1962 Studebaker Champ on a gravel driveway next to some bushes

The Studebaker Champ: The 1960s American Hyundai Santa Cruz

The upcoming Hyundai Santa Cruz, being a car-based pickup, will potentially cause some confusion and consternation amongst potential buyers. It’s been a similar case with the Honda Ridgeline, despite its genuine on-pavement capability and its off-road performance. However, the idea of taking a car platform and making it into a truck isn’t new. Chevrolet did …

Report: Hyundai Admits Palisade Interiors Stink Like You-Know-What

That “new car smell” isn’t supposed to smell like this. Owners say it is a combo of dirty socks and bad produce. Actually, they say it smells like something else but we won’t go there. After a few thousand miles of blissful driving, this “smell” starts wafting through the cabin of new Hyundai Palisade SUVs. …
An NHTSA employee poses with crash test dummies

New Tech Drivers Hate: JD Power Study Finds Plenty

With all of the new tech in cars, today not all of it satisfies whatever its designers thought it would. And some of it is just plain annoying. You know we’re right. So JD Power put together its Tech Experience Index Study. While some drivers found it helpful, some of the new tech drivers just …
2021 Hyundai Accent parked with plants in the background

What Makes the 2021 Hyundai Accent ‘Surprisingly Quick’?

Driving a manual transmission is somewhat of an acquired taste. Many drivers on the road have no idea how to drive one, and still, more have no desire to. Whether a sedan, truck, or SUV, some drivers love driving a manual and wouldn’t drive an automatic if you paid them. The problem with this is that there aren’t many …
The Hyundai Veloster N TCR is displayed at the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS)

You Can Get a Lot of Value Out of the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N

Great power may come with great responsibility, but it doesn’t need to come with a giant price tag. In fact, the 2020 Hyundai Veloster N might be just the car you’re looking for if you’re on the hunt for value that doesn’t sacrifice horsepower as it made MotorTrend’s shortlist for vehicles with the most horsepower …
Hyundai Kona driving down country road

Actually, the Hyundai Kona Is Worth Your Attention

In the world of compact SUVs, people keep looking at the Nissan Kicks, Kia Soul, or Jeep Renegade instead of the Hyundai Kona, which is a shame, because the 2020 Hyundai Kona is underrated.  Is the Hyundai Kona a good SUV?  Yes, the Hyundai Kona is a great SUV. It starts around $20k, making it …
Hyundai shows off their 2020 Sonata Hybrid, a at the Chicago Auto Show

Picking the 2020 Hyundai Sonata Over a Jaguar XE Actually Makes Sense

It’s easy to get drawn in by a luxury brand’s prestige — but if you’re willing to overlook the badge, you might just stumble upon a comparable vehicle at a drastically lower price point. Although the Jaguar XE is sleek and luxurious, the 2020 Hyundai Sonata may actually be the better buy (and not just …
Toyota Yaris GR hybrid, competing with the Hyundai Accent, on display at Brussels Expo

2020 Toyota Yaris vs. Hyundai Accent: The Better Subcompact Car Is Clear

Whether you’re looking for a good starter car or simply a reliable commuter vehicle, subcompacts can provide quality at a decent price point. As with any major decision, however, it’s important to weigh your options so that you end up with the car that’s best for you. Both the Toyota Yaris and the Hyundai Accent …
A white Hyundai Elantra on the track.

There Are More Pros Than Cons On a Used 2017 Hyundai Elantra

The Hyundai Elantra proves that compact cars can be roomy and pleasant to drive. Plus, the Elantra’s safety and dependability ratings make it a solid option to buy used. The 2017 model year stands out as one of the better versions to buy used because of its above-average reliability scores. But there are few critical pros and cons to …
2020 Hyundai Sonata driving through a desert road

The 2020 Hyundai Sonata Is a Convincing Reason to Stick to Sedans

The Hyundai Sonata has been on the US automotive scene since about 1989. As of this year, the sedan is on its seventh generation, here, on US soil. Eight if you count the first one exclusively sold in South Korea.  Sedans, like the Sonata, was the king of family vehicles for many of those years. However, times have …
2020 Kona Electric is on display at the 112th Annual Chicago Auto Show

No Range Anxiety With a Hyundai Kona Electric Crossover

Range anxiety is often identified as a large contributor for a person not to get an electric vehicle. But, charging stations have been springing up across the nation quickly. Also, Hyundai has been working on a solution to the electric range worries. The company has a new Kona Electric crossover that achieves a significant milestone in range. Hyundai …
2020 Hyundai Veloster driving down truck

The Hyundai Veloster Isn’t Exactly Safe

If you’re looking for a safe hatchback, the 2019 Hyundai Veloster may not be the best option. It turns out to be one of the most dangerous vehicles you can buy. Check out why the Hyundai Veloster isn’t the safest option.  How safe is the 2019 Hyundai Veloster?  According to MotorJunkie, the Hyundai Veloster is …
The new Hyundai Ioniq Line features minimalist design language.

Hyundai Is Making Concept Dreams Come True With New Ioniq Brand

Hyundai Motor Group continues to demonstrate its “go-big-or-go-home strategy.” The global automaker has achieved incredible success with its vehicle lineup under both its Hyundai and Kia brands. Now, the global carmaker is ready to take on another aspect of the auto industry.  Thanks to its Ioniq electric vehicle’s success, Hyundai will launch its first all-electric brand under the Ioniq …
A Subaru Forester e-Boxer is seen during the Vienna Car Show press preview

Reliable 2020 SUVs Under $30,000

Buying a brand new SUV can be exciting, but it can also be stressful. When it comes to buying a new car, you expect to pay a premium, but that doesn’t have to mean a new SUV is out of your budget. In fact, according to Consumer Reports, there are several high-rated and reliable SUV …