Genesis AWD Model Likely; No Plans for Premium Brand.

by loubeat | Feb 18, 2012 | All News, Hyundai

Do you remember few days ago when we are talking about the Genesis Sub-brand? Well, Hyundai U.S. CEO John Krafcik says the korean automaker still would like to offer an all-wheel-drive version of its Genesis near-luxury sedan, but a premium brand is a non-starter, its...

First official renders of the 2013 Kia K9 (codenamed KH).

by loubeat | Feb 13, 2012 | All News, Kia, Spy Shots

Kia Motors today revealed the first official sketches of its all-new flagship sedan, the K9, which is expected to establish new standards for designflair in the large sedan segment. Codenamed KH, the new model is Kia’s first ever rear-wheel drive sedan andcombines...

Hyundai still thinking about Genesis sub-brand.

by loubeat | Feb 10, 2012 | All News, Hyundai

Hyundai may market its premium vehicles under a Genesis sub-brand to further distinguish its upscale cars from its mainstream vehicles, the brand’s U.S. sales boss said. The proposed move would replace Hyundai’s round “H” badge with a new badge...

Scooped: 2013 Kia K9 caught testing in Europe.

by loubeat | Feb 7, 2012 | All News, Kia, Spy Shots

A prototype for the upcoming 2013 Kia K9 has been caught while doing some testing with winter conditions in Europe. The flagship model of the brand will be the spiritual successor to the Opirus/Amanti that finished production in 2010. It shares its underpinnings with...

Hyundai Motor America Reports Record January Sales.

by loubeat | Feb 2, 2012 | All News, Hyundai

Hyundai Motor America today announced all-time record January sales of 42,694 units, up 15 percent versus 2011. Despite continued tight availability at Hyundai dealers across the nation, January retail sales were up 19 percent from last year due to continued strong...