VIDEO: 2011 Hyundai Elantra / Avante Sedan gets Animated

Earlier today, Hyundai pulled the wraps off the all-new 2011 Avante, or as we will come to know it, the next generation of the Elantra sedan. Along with the first details and photos, the South Korean automaker also released an animated film on the new Elantra that you can check out right after the jump.

The news of the 2011 Elantra comes only days after the unveiling of its smaller brethren, the new Accent saloon. Both cars pick up styling cues from their bigger brother, the Sonata, which is already on sale in the U.S. For more details on the latest generation of the Elantra, click here to read out previous post.

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VIDEO: 2011 Hyundai Elantra / Avante Sedan gets Animated

Earlier today, Hyundai pulled the wraps off the all-new 2011 Avante, or as we will come to know it, the next generation of the Elantra sedan. Along with the first details and photos, the South Korean automaker also released an animated film on the new Elantra that you can check out right after the jump.

The news of the 2011 Elantra comes only days after the unveiling of its smaller brethren, the new Accent saloon. Both cars pick up styling cues from their bigger brother, the Sonata, which is already on sale in the U.S. For more details on the latest generation of the Elantra, click here to read out previous post.

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VIDEO: 2011 Hyundai Accent / Verna Small Sedan

This here is the first video of Hyundai's all-new 2011 Accent sedan that made its world premiere at the Beijing Auto Show as the Verna. Sporting a new design that draws directly from the latest Sonata, the Accent / Verna also gets a new platform and a choice of 1.4-liter and 1.6-liter engines with either a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission.

According to the South Korean automaker, the Verna will first go on sale in China later this year with other markets including North America to follow in 2011. For more details on the 2011 Accent / Verna, click here to check out our previous article.

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Video Presentation of Hyundai's i-Flow Sport Sedan Study for a European Sonata

The biggest news at Hyundai's Geneva Motor Show booth is the world premiere of the i-Flow concept study. The sporty-looking mid-size sedan with the 'Cab-Forward' design is said to give Europeans a first look at the Sonata replacement (apparently the latest generation model wasn't cut for Europe) that will get a new name following the brand's alphanumeric nomenclature.

Hyundai confirmed that a production model based on the styling of this concept study will hit European showrooms sometime in 2011 offering the South Korean brand a new fighter in the D-segment that includes models like the Ford Mondeo, VW Passat, Toyota Avensis and Opel Insignia (Buick Regal). Hit the break for the videos.

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Video Presentation of Hyundai's i-Flow Sport Sedan Study for a European Sonata

The biggest news at Hyundai's Geneva Motor Show booth is the world premiere of the i-Flow concept study. The sporty-looking mid-size sedan with the 'Cab-Forward' design is said to give Europeans a first look at the Sonata replacement (apparently the latest generation model wasn't cut for Europe) that will get a new name following the brand's alphanumeric nomenclature.

Hyundai confirmed that a production model based on the styling of this concept study will hit European showrooms sometime in 2011 offering the South Korean brand a new fighter in the D-segment that includes models like the Ford Mondeo, VW Passat, Toyota Avensis and Opel Insignia (Buick Regal). Hit the break for the videos.

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VIDEO: Hyundai's 2010 Super Bowl XLIV Ads Focus on New Sonata and Tucson

We're only a few days away from this year's Super Bowl (XLIV) that will take place on Sunday, February 7, but Hyundai decided to go ahead and release all eight commercials that will air throughout the day.

In its third consecutive year of advertising during the nation's largest sporting event and second consecutive year sponsoring the Kickoff Show, the South Korean automaker's adverts focus on the all-new Sonata and Tucson as well as on quality.

"The Super Bowl is not only a showcase for great football, but also for the most significant advertising, reaching an estimated 95 million viewers in the U.S.," said Joel Ewanick, vice president of marketing, Hyundai Motor America.

"Following in the footsteps of our 2008 and 2009 Super Bowl focus on the new Genesis and Genesis Coupe, we are focusing this year's Super Bowl campaign on the all-new 2011 Sonata, the most significant new model introduction in our history."

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VIDEO: Hyundai's 2010 Super Bowl XLIV Ads Focus on New Sonata and Tucson

We're only a few days away from this year's Super Bowl (XLIV) that will take place on Sunday, February 7, but Hyundai decided to go ahead and release all eight commercials that will air throughout the day.

In its third consecutive year of advertising during the nation's largest sporting event and second consecutive year sponsoring the Kickoff Show, the South Korean automaker's adverts focus on the all-new Sonata and Tucson as well as on quality.

"The Super Bowl is not only a showcase for great football, but also for the most significant advertising, reaching an estimated 95 million viewers in the U.S.," said Joel Ewanick, vice president of marketing, Hyundai Motor America.

"Following in the footsteps of our 2008 and 2009 Super Bowl focus on the new Genesis and Genesis Coupe, we are focusing this year's Super Bowl campaign on the all-new 2011 Sonata, the most significant new model introduction in our history."

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VIDEOS: 2010 Hyundai Equus Limousine Filmed Inside and Out

Earlier today we brought you news of the introduction of Hyundai's new flagship limousine model that is based on the regular Equus sedan, which is scheduled to go on sale in the States towards the end of 2010. Now we bring you a chain of videos shot during the presentation of the XXL Equus Limousine at a special event in South Korea revealing Hyundai's ambitious Mercedes-Benz S-Class and Lexus LS rival in detail. Hit the break to watch all three videos.

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2011 Hyundai Sonata YF Video Galore with Presentation and Promotional Films

Yesterday, we brought you news and a high-resolution photo album of Hyundai's spanking new 2011 Sonata YF that was presented in its home market of South Korea. And now we have the first videos of the fancy-looking (at least for a mainstream model) mid-size sedan that marks a significant departure style-wise from the previous generations of the Sonata. Whereas the KDM model gets a 165HP 2.0-liter gasoline engine, the North American variant, which will be produced at Hyundai's plant in Alabama from early 2010, will be offered at launch with a 2.4-liter direct-injection four-cylinder unit.

Aside from the two-minute long promotional film, we've also added clips from the official presentation of the new Sonata that took place in Seoul. For more detailed information on the Korean firm's Toyota Camry-fighting saloon check out our previous post here.

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VIDEO: 2010 Hyundai ix35 / Tucson iX in Motion

The all-new 2010 Hyundai ix35 or as it will be named in South Korea, the Tucson ix, doesn't make its world debut until the 2009 Frankfurt motorshow in September, but in addition to the first batch of official photos (see here), Hyundai has now released a promotional video showing the Tucson SUV's replacement on the road. You can watch the film right after the jump, but just so you know, Britney Spears haters might want to lower the volume before clicking on play....

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1/4 Mile Drag Race: Hyundai Genesis Coupe vs Nissan 370Z vs Mustang GT

Not that we consider the quarter mile "drag-race" test as being of any significant importance -there's not much to tell about a car from a straight-line, pedal-to-the-metal sprint- but nevertheless, we were more than curious to see how the all-new Hyundai Genesis Coupe with its 306HP 3.8-liter V6 engine managed against the also new, Nissan 370Z that comes with a 332HP 3.7-liter V6 and the 2010 Ford Mustang GT that is powered by a 4.6-liter V8 with 315HP. We won't spoil the "surprise" by telling you the outcome in MotorTrend's quarter-mile test, so just hit the jump to watch the video.

Link: Motortrend

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Faux Nissan Advert Pits Toyota Prius against Hyundai Elantra Owner

Though not a real commercial, we really enjoyed watching this faux Nissan Sentra advert from The Midnight Show at UCB (Upright Citizens Brigade theater). Written by James Adomian, the ad pits a Toyota Prius hybrid owner against his neighbor who just bought a Hyundai Elantra. The owners' quarrel over who got the best car / deal ends up with a hilarious driveway shooting. Hit the jump to watch the commercial.

Via: TheTruthAboutCars

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Video: Hyundai Genesis Gets 5-Star Ratings in NHTSA’s Crash Tests

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) awarded five-star crash test ratings to the 2009 Genesis for both frontal and side-impact crash tests, providing yet another helpful selling point to Hyundai's first venture into the luxury car segment. “These five-star results are just one indication of the dedication Hyundai engineers place on safety,” commented John Krafcik, Hyundai Motor America’s vice president of Strategic Planning and Product Development. According to Krafcik, the Genesis owes its five star scores at NHTSA’s crash test to the rigid body structure combined with the car’s standard eight airbags and electronic active head restraints. -Check out NHTSA’s crash test video after the jump

Via: Safecar.gov

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Video: Hyundai Genesis Gets 5-Star Ratings in NHTSA’s Crash Tests

The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) awarded five-star crash test ratings to the 2009 Genesis for both frontal and side-impact crash tests, providing yet another helpful selling point to Hyundai's first venture into the luxury car segment. “These five-star results are just one indication of the dedication Hyundai engineers place on safety,” commented John Krafcik, Hyundai Motor America’s vice president of Strategic Planning and Product Development. According to Krafcik, the Genesis owes its five star scores at NHTSA’s crash test to the rigid body structure combined with the car’s standard eight airbags and electronic active head restraints. -Check out NHTSA’s crash test video after the jump

Via: Safecar.gov

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Video: Hyundai’s "Drifty" Genesis Coupe NY Show Presentation

More often than not, media presentations are one of the most tedious things that can happen to a person. Luckily, that wasn’t the case with Hyundai and its 2009 Genesis Coupe presentation at the New York Show opening. Check out the video and you’ll see exactly what we mean.

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Video: 2009 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

Available with either a 212 Hp 2.0-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder or a 306 Hp 3.8-liter V6 engine, Hyundai’s affordable rear-wheel-drive coupe was officially revealed today at the New York Auto Show (see pics and details here). According to Hyundai, the Couple will arrive in North American dealerships in the spring of 2009. Now here’s a phrase we haven’t heard for a while; hopefully, Hyundai will also consider bringing the Genesis Coupe to Europe… -Check out the official video right after the jump

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Hyundai Genesis 2008 NFL Super Bowl Commercials

We can’t say that we’re big football fans but if anything else, we’re definitely going to check out the halftime ads. Hyundai on its behalf will air two 30-second spots during the third and fourth quarters of the Super Bowl game that will broadcast in Sunday, February 3, 2008.

Hyundai's purchase of the two spots during marks the Korean company's first Super Bowl advertising effort since 1989 and they have every reason to since they will be promoting one of their most ambitious projects, the mid-size , RWD luxury sedan, Genesis. Both TV spots aim directly towards the BMW and Mercedes-Benz, referring to the Genesis as capable as a 7-Series but priced as a 3-Series. -Check out both videos after the jump

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Video: Hyundai Genesis Driving Scenes & Details

Using the Mercedes E-Class, BMW 5-series and Lexus GS as the engineering (and design…) benchmarks for their luxury sedan program, Hyundai created their first rear-wheel-drive sedan that will initially be available only in the N. American and Asian markets. The Genesis is offered with a choice of three engine units, a 3.3-liter V6, 3.8-liter V6 and the brand new 4.6-liter Tau V8, with prices starting in the US under $30,000. Click here for details and the high-res images or follow the jump to check out the video that includes driving footage. -Continued

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2009 Hyundai Genesis Video Release

The production version of Hyundai’s Genesis luxury sedan was officially unveiled this week at the carmaker’s research and development centre in South Korea. Adopting a rear wheel drive architecture, the Genesis will be offered with a choice of Hyundai’s 3.3-liter or 3.8-liter V-6 Lambda engines along with the all-new 4.6-liter V8 Tau unit that delivers 375 HP. Note that the Genesis featured in the video slideshow, is the Korean spec model, so expect a different grille for the US market version which will debut at the Detroit show in January. -Video slideshow after the jump

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Hyundai RWD Genesis Coupe LA Show Debut & Action Film

Hyundai’s Concept Genesis Coupe heralds the introduction of an all-new, rear-wheel drive 2 + 2 sports coupe scheduled to join the Korean carmaker’s lineup in the spring of 2009. The near-to-production concept is powered by 300+ horsepower, 3.8-liter V6 engine. In this video we’ve combined scenes from the coupe’s LA Show premiere along with Hyundai’s short action film were you get a chance to see the car on the road.

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