The hot-looking Accent RB concept car is believed to be previewing the US-market Accent, which is scheduled to go on sale early next year. The concept car features similar front fascia design as early prototype models caught in the States recently, which means that the US-spec Accent will probably look very close to the RB concept.

In comparison to Hyundai Verna (Chinese version of Accent), which was put on display for the first time in Beijing auto show last month, the RB Accent features slightly different front fascia design incorporating large hexagonal signature grille, new set of headlamps, sportier front bumper and L-shaped fog lamps.

According to Hyundai, the all-new Accent sub-compact sedan will be available with 1.4L or 1.6L in-line four cylinder gasoline engines when it hits the streets. The 1.6L engine packs 124 horsepower and 156 Nm of torque, while 1.4L unit generates 107 horsepower and 135 Nm of torque. The powerful and fuel-efficient Gamma engines will be mated to 5-speed manual or 4-speed automatic transmission.

Hyundai also revealed that production of the new Accent is going to be launched at its manufacturing plant in Saint Petersburg, in January next year, while sales are expected to commence in the spring of 2011.

Underhood, the 2011 Verna features the new-generation Gamma gasoline engine in either 1.4-liter or 1.6-liter DOHC inline-four configurations. The larger of the two is expected to be offered in the U.S. and 106 horsepower and 114 pound-feet of torque are available in the Chinese-spec version. Transmission options include a five-speed manual or four-speed automatic.

Hyundai Equus unveiled that they will be replacing the owner's manual with an Apple iPadThe all new Hyundai Equus will be coming to America soon and consumers will be a bit surprised to find that the Equus comes equipped with an Apple iPad!

Hyundai Equus to come equipped with Apple iPad

The Hyundai Equus is heading to America and consumers will be a bit surprised to find that there is a new addition to this vehicle – it will now come equipped with an Apple iPad! This was recently revealed at the 2010 New York Auto Show.

The Apple iPad will be replacing the standard owner’s manual with Apple’s new multimedia tablet. This will allow consumers to get an interactive look at their vehicle and its features. It will also allow the consumer to schedule service appointments directly through the device. The is the most technologically advanced car news that we’ve heard this year from the luxury market!

The Hyundai Equus is sure to continue to bring up Hyundai’s reputation in the luxury market, competing with BMW, Lexus, and Mercedes-Benz. We are sure to see positive car dealer reviews and consumer reviews as this model becomes available to the public!

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According to some reports coming from South Korea, Hyundai Motor Company has developed a bulletproof presidential limousine (similar to the Mercedes-Benz S600 Pullman Guard and a BMW Security 760Li), based on the new generation Hyundai Equus limousine with an

enlarged 5.5L version of the award-winning V8 Tau Engine. In September 2009, Hyundai Motor Company delivered three bulletproof limousine versions of the luxury sedan Hyundai Equus to the South Korea Presidential Security Service.

The bulletproof Hyundai Equus vehicles will be used primarily for security purposes during various events including the 2010 G-20 Leaders Summit to be held in Korea. The bulletproof vehicles are based on the limousine version of the Equus. Hyundai made this vehicle with a special alloy and have an automatic cooler system in case of fire. The limos also have bulletproof windows. (Read Wikipedia Article)

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We have just confirmed that this car is being built with a unique door configuration, which has yet to be shared with the public and the car will NOT be called the Veloster. This vehicle will be a two-door around 140hp and Hyundai is shooting for 40 MPG as a non hybrid.

We will post more information about this vehicle right here as it comes in!

Sources are good that this will the the new Tiburon.

Inspired by the two-door Veloster concept car from the 2007 Seoul auto show, the production-ready Veloster coupe packs an attractive exterior body style with slopping roof-line and short front and rear overhangs.

Heavy camouflage attached to the body of new Veloster prevents us from seeing other styling details, but we expect the final design to stay close to the initial design idea, which was first previewed by Veloster concept.

According to John Krafcik, the CEO of Hyundai Motor America, the production-ready model will look 70-80% like the Veloster concept. When interviewed by Inside Line in December 2009, Krafcik also revealed the production version of the Veloster will sport a surprise body style feature that has never before been seen in the small car segment.

Codenamed FS, the all-new Hyundai Veloster coupe features a host of new powertrain technologies under the hood, including a powerful turbocharged four-cylinder engine, gasoline direct injection -GDI technology and dual-clutch automatic transmission.

It was revealed earlier this month that the showroom-ready Hyundai Veloster will be powered by 1.6L four-cylinder engine, which features direct injection technology and churns out impressive 140+ horsepower. The entry-level powerplant is expected to achieve more than 40 mpg!

Another engine option, also rumoured to show up under the hood of new Hyundai Veloster, includes a 175-hp turbocharged 1.6L gasoline engine, which will likely be paired with Hyundai’s new dual-clutch automatic transmission.

The 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has a brand new design, exceptional dependability, versatility and an extensive list of features that now come standard to increase its appeal to a broad range of customers. When combining these attributes with a choice of two new fuel-efficient engines mated to six-speed transmissions, the 2010 American-made Hyundai Santa Fe is the most intelligent choice in the competitive mid-size crossover segment.

Hyundai Santa Fe also delivers on the safety, earning the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s (NHTSA) top five-star crash test rating for front impacts. Plus, the Hyundai Santa Fe crossover continues to win critical acclaim by topping Insure.com’s list as the least expensive 2009 model year vehicle to insure.

CHOICE OF TWO MORE POWERFUL AND FUEL-EFFICIENT POWERTRAINS

The 2010 Santa Fe comes standard with Hyundai’s second-generation Theta four-cylinder engine. The Theta II 2.4-liter DOHC inline four-cylinder engine delivers a much quicker zero-to-60 miles-per-hour acceleration than its predecessor’s Mu 2.7-liter V6 engine, while also improving fuel economy. The Hyundai Santa Fe four-cylinder delivers an impressive 20 mpg city/28 mpg highway fuel economy rating with front wheel drive and the new six-speed automatic transmission with SHIFTRONIC®. A six-speed manual transmission is standard. The Theta II is rated at 175 horsepower and 169 lb.-ft. of torque. This high-tech, all-aluminum, 16-valve engine features Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) on both camshafts and a Variable Intake System (VIS) for better engine breathing.

Hyundai Santa Fe’s 2009 model year Lambda 3.3-liter V6 engine has also been replaced by a new, more powerful Lambda II 3.5-liter V6 engine for more performance and efficiency. The Lambda II 3.5-liter V6 engine pumps out 34 more horsepower and 22 more pound-feet of torque (276 horsepower and 248 lb.-ft. of torque).

3.5-liter DOHC Lambda II V6 engine Highlights

This refined powerplant features aluminum construction, dual overhead camshafts, four valves per cylinder and weighs less than the 3.3-liter V6 it replaces. To completely maximize the power spread, the engine utilizes Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) on intake and exhaust camshafts and a new three-step Variable Intake System (VIS) that helps cylinders breathe efficiently at low and high RPM. The better breathing results in outstanding off-the-line acceleration and passing performance, and remarkable fuel efficiency. New mileage figures for V6-powered Hyundai Santa Fes are 20 mpg city/26 mpg highway (FWD/AT), which bests the Ford Edge and Chevrolet Equinox V6.

All Hyundai Santa Fes now offer Hyundai’s first six-speed SHIFTRONIC automatic transmission, which features an overdrive lock-up torque converter for improved highway fuel economy. The Hyundai Santa Fe four cylinder comes with a standard six-speed manual transmission. Meanwhile, Hyundai Santa Fe’s available electronically controlled all-wheel-drive system automatically routes power to the wheels with the best traction. A driver-selectable AWD lock provides a fixed 50/50 torque split between front and rear wheels, which can improve performance in slippery or off-road conditions.

To help Hyundai Santa Fe drivers get the most out of their vehicles, for 2010, Hyundai has added a fuel economy indicator. The “Eco Indicator” on automatic transmission models displays a green light to indicate when driving habits are contributing to good fuel economy.

INDUSTRY-LEADING SAFETY TECHNOLOGY

The Hyundai Santa Fe also features six standard airbags, including side air curtain airbags. The combination of side and curtain airbags, which help protect the head and body during side impacts, can reduce fatalities by more than 52 percent, according to the IIHS. To make the 2010 Santa Fe even safer, Hyundai has added rollover sensors to the side curtain airbags. Rollover sensors are designed to measure the lateral and vertical acceleration, vehicle speed and roll rate to predict an impending rollover. When the sensors detect a potential rollover, the control module triggers the head-curtain side air bags and safety belt pre-tensioners to help protect passengers against serious injury.

All Hyundai Santa Fe trim levels come standard with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), one of the industry’s most effective life-saving technologies. ESC compares the driver’s intended course with the vehicle’s actual response. It then brakes individual front or rear wheels and/or reduces engine power as needed in certain driving circumstances to help correct the understeer or oversteer. NHTSA studies show SUVs equipped with ESC experience 63 percent fewer fatalities in single-vehicle crashes.

Front and rear disc brakes are standard and coupled with a four-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) that includes Brake Assist, a technology providing maximum braking force when a panic stop is detected. The system also uses Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), which automatically equalizes the braking force to the front and rear axles, based on the vehicle loading conditions.

All seating positions feature three-point seatbelts and fully adjustable head restraints. Front-seat active head restraints help prevent whiplash by automatically reducing the space between a front occupant’s head and the head restraint during a rear collision. The new auto-fold style rear- seat head restraints on outboard seats also greatly improve the overall visibility, while providing easier rear-seat fold-down capabilities.

Hyundai Santa Fe also features a standard Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), which will alert drivers if one or more tires are under inflated. An illuminated indicator light on the dash lets drivers know if a tire needs inflation so corrective action can be taken.

NEW MODERN, AERODYNAMIC DESIGN THAT’S DISTINCTIVELY HYUNDAI

The design team added a more refined touch to Hyundai Santa Fe’s exterior design, with brand new bumper fascias, bodyside moldings, wheels, foglights, and grille creating a more stylish, dynamic and taut stance. Its wide track remains, providing great handling and interior room. Sleek styling makes the Hyundai Santa Fe extremely aerodynamic. Standard roof rack side rails help define its clean side profile, while adding SUV functionality. Cross bars are standard on SE and Limited models.

New colors for 2010 include Phantom Black Metallic, Iridescent Sliver Blue Pearl, Pacific Blue Pearl, Harbor Gray Metallic and Indigo Blue Pearl.

STYLISH, QUIET AND EFFICIENT INTERIOR PACKAGE

Back by popular demand, Hyundai’s factory-installed navigation system featuring a high-resolution touch-screen and voice command technology is now available on all Hyundai Santa Fe models. This new touch screen navigation system also offers a rearview camera and XM NavTraffic. The rearview camera enables the driver to confidently reverse under any circumstances. Be it day or night, a clear image of all objects and surroundings behind the vehicle are instantly displayed on the navigation screen. XM NavTraffic enhances the navigation system by showing real-time traffic data when it’s needed most. In addition, Bluetooth, iPod®/USB auxiliary inputs and steering wheel audio controls are now standard in all models.

The 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is one of the most package-efficient crossovers on the market today. Hyundai accomplished this through a platform that avoids the compromises inherent in typical mid-size car platform sharing. For example, although the Hyundai Santa Fe is 3.7 inches shorter than the Chevrolet Equinox, its cargo volume exceeds it, with plenty of storage for items of different sizes.

By incorporating a stiff unibody architecture and a well-engineered triple-sealed door/body interface, Hyundai engineers have significantly reduced it’s cabin noise.

Air conditioning is standard, while available dual-zone climate controls for the driver and front-seat passenger bring a touch of luxury to the Hyundai Santa Fe Limited. Second-row passengers will enjoy a high level of comfort, thanks to B-pillar-mounted adjustable vents.

Demonstrating Hyundai’s attention to detail, blue backlighting for interior gauges, switches and buttons highlight the vehicle’s modern, integrated interior design. Front cupholders are also ringed with blue light for night time drives. Soft-touch, high-quality materials, low-gloss surfaces and zero-tolerance fits are used throughout the interior, as are color-keyed seat belt buckles and cupholder inserts to add more design harmony to the inside cabin. New darker interior colors and wood grain have been added.

Music lovers will continue to welcome the Hyundai Santa Fe’s inclusion of standard auxiliary input jacks (3.5 mm mini-jack and USB input) to accommodate and charge audio devices such as iPods®. When an iPod or flash drive is connected through the USB port, which is located at the front of the center console, not only does it play music through the vehicle’s audio system, but it also charges the iPod and allows the driver to access tracks with the steering wheel audio controls. This system also allows both driver and passengers to easily view song/artist/title information and control the music from the audio head unit rather than only the iPod itself. Other thoughtful convenience features include an available power driver seat with power lumbar support, trip computer, heated side mirrors and a windshield wiper deicing system.

PURPOSE-BUILT PLATFORM

The Hyundai Santa Fe rides on a purpose-built unibody crossover platform with a 106.3-inch wheelbase. This chassis delivers a wonderful ride, handling and balance that discerning crossover buyers are looking for, along with interior amenities just right for most families. This stiff body structure provides the basis for both a more refined ride and more agile handling. Thanks to the suspension geometry and wide track width that enables greater turn angles,

Hyundai Santa Fe’s turning circle is 35.4 feet – an advantage Santa Fe drivers will appreciate in their daily driving and parking.

Hyundai Santa Fe’s ride and handling were tuned in California and Michigan by Hyundai’s U.S. team with the American consumer in mind. Hyundai Santa Fe uses MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension systems. A reverse L-shaped lower arm provides superior steering feel with improved dynamic control. The caster angles are set to improve straight-line stability and overall dynamics. The rear trailing arms are located on the rear cross-member and help to reduce road noise. All four wheels are controlled by coil springs and fade-resistant gas-charged dampers, while front and rear stabilizer bars help keep the vehicle flat during cornering. Power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering also contributes to the Hyundai Santa Fe’s nimble and refined handling dynamics.

HYUNDAI SANTA FE GLS – THE MID-SIZE CROSSOVER VALUE LEADER

The Hyundai Santa Fe GLS comes well-equipped with a 175-horsepower, 2.4-liter inline four-cylinder engine, six-speed manual transmission, ESC, ABS, 17-inch alloy wheels, a powerful 120-watt AM/FM/XM/CD/MP3 audio system with six speakers, iPod/USB auxiliary inputs, rocker panel moldings, power side mirrors, power windows, power door locks and remote keyless entry. Inside are active front head restraints, dual front airbags, front-seat side-impact airbags plus side curtain airbags with rollover protection. Other useful features include a Tire Pressure Monitoring System, air conditioning, steering wheel cruise controls, roof rack side rails, rear privacy glass, sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors and a tilt and telescopic steering wheel. New standard features for the 2010 model year are auto-fold second row outboard head restraints, Bluetooth, steering wheel audio controls, trip computer, heated mirrors and driver seat lumbar support. Optional equipment includes a six-speed SHIFTRONIC automatic transmission and a Premium Package, which includes power tilt-and-slide sunroof, touch-screen navigation with 6.5-inch screen, premium audio system with external amplifier and subwoofer, rearview camera, roof rack cross rails and automatic headlights.

HYUNDAI SANTA FE SE – A SPORTIER SANTA FE WITH 3500 POUNDS OF TOWING CAPACITY

The SE features all of the GLS standard equipment plus a new 276-horsepower, 3.5-liter V6, six-speed SHIFTRONIC automatic transmission and 18-inch alloy wheels. The vehicle also includes a bodycolor rear spoiler, power driver seat with lumbar support, combination leather and cloth seating surfaces, roof rack cross rails, bodycolor exterior mirrors, fog lights, leather wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, windshield wiper deicer and automatic headlights. The Trailer Prep Package, which includes a transmission cooler, upgraded radiator, upgraded fans and trailer pre-wiring, enables the SE model to tow up to 3,500 pounds and is standard on SE and Limited V6 models.

An optional Premium Package includes power tilt-and-slide sunroof, touch-screen navigation with 6.5-inch screen, premium audio with external amplifier and subwoofer and rearview camera.

HYUNDAI SANTA FE LIMITED – LUXURIOUS FEATURES, OUTSTANDING VALUE

Hyundai Santa Fe Limited offers a choice of either the 2.4-liter Theta II engine or the 3.5-liter Lambda II engine. Its standard features include all of the equipment found on the SE, and adds leather seating surfaces, heated front seats, dual zone automatic temperature control with outside temperature display, metal scuff plates and auto dimming interior mirror with compass and HomeLink. Chrome accent exterior door handles further distinguish the Limited. A power tilt-and-slide glass sunroof is standard. The Navigation Package includes a 6.5-inch touch-screen navigation system developed exclusively for Hyundai, rearview camera and a premium audio system with external amplifier and subwoofer.

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