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2021
Hyundai KONA EV catches fire after recall-related repair
A Hyundai KONA electric vehicle caught fire while charging in Daegu, South Korea, after it had been recalled the previous month and its battery-management system updated. Hyundai said it would investigate the cause after police evidence collection concluded; the cause had not yet been established in the report.
2021
Repaired Hyundai KONA vehicle catches fire in South Korea
A Hyundai KONA electric vehicle in Daegu, South Korea, caught fire while charging after having been recalled and repaired the previous month. No injuries were reported. Hyundai said it would investigate the cause after police completed evidence collection.
2021
279 Hyundai KONA owners file collective lawsuit against Hyundai
The article reports that 279 Hyundai KONA owners in South Korea filed a collective lawsuit against Hyundai amid concerns about a vehicle fire after a recall repair.
2021
Hyundai debuts DAL-e showroom robot
Hyundai debuted its DAL-e customer service robot in a pilot operation at a showroom in southern Seoul.
2021
Hyundai begins DAL-e robot pilot at South Korean dealerships
Hyundai introduced its DAL-e customer service robot, which was in a pilot trial in South Korea and could assist dealership shoppers with customer service activities.
2021
Hyundai launches sixth Safe Move road-safety campaign
Hyundai Motor India Foundation announced the sixth edition of Hyundai's Safe Move road-safety campaign during India's Road Safety Month. The campaign planned outreach to 20 Residents Welfare Associations in Delhi and NCR, Pune, Thane, Chennai and Lucknow, with activities on road safety and COVID-19 awareness.
2021
JK Tyre becomes Hyundai’s official tyre partner for the Creta
JK Tyre India joined hands with Hyundai Motor India to become the official tyre partner for the Creta, supplying its UX Royale 215/60 R17 radial tyre for the vehicle.
2020
Hyundai announces vehicle price protection through year-end
Hyundai announced that it would protect the price of vehicles ordered through December 31, 2020, including retail and fleet orders, amid Brexit uncertainty. Demonstrator vehicles were excluded.
2020
NHTSA announces fines and safety-improvement requirements for Hyundai and Kia
The NHTSA announced that Hyundai and Kia must pay $137 million in fines and fund safety improvements over their handling of recalls. Hyundai will pay $54 million and invest $40 million in safety operations; another $46 million in penalties will be deferred subject to safety conditions.
2020
Four Hyundai models win 2021 Consumer Guide Best Buy awards
The Hyundai Palisade, Kona, Venue and Accent earned 2021 Consumer Guide Automotive Best Buy awards for their respective vehicle classes.
2020
US government orders Kia and Hyundai to pay $137 million in fines
The US government ordered Kia and Hyundai to pay $137 million in fines for being too slow to issue recalls and make safety improvements. The report places the order in the week before its December 8 publication but gives no exact day.
2020
Hyundai unveils E-GMP electric vehicle platform
Hyundai unveiled its Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), a battery electric vehicle platform that includes vehicle-to-load functionality capable of charging another electric vehicle.
2020
Hyundai confirms planned Bayon SUV launch
Hyundai confirmed that its new Bayon small SUV is planned to go on sale in 2021, with a release planned for the first half of the year. The article describes the launch as a future plan, not a completed release.
2020
Hyundai completes acquisition of Shushary factory
Hyundai completed the acquisition of a decommissioned General Motors factory in Shushary, Russia. The company said it was considering possible uses for the asset, but production timing had not been determined.
2020
Hyundai raises Creta prices
Hyundai raised prices for Creta variants: the 1.5-petrol EX manual variant became Rs 61,900 more expensive, while other petrol and diesel variants rose by Rs 11,900.
2020
Hyundai and LG partner on IONIQ Cabin Concept showcase
Hyundai partnered with LG Electronics to showcase the IONIQ Cabin Concept, offering a preview of future electric-vehicle cabin experiences.
2020
DIY and Hyundai partner in support of the 2020 Hyundai Mercury Prize
DIY announced that it was partnering with Hyundai in support of the 2020 Hyundai Mercury Prize.
2020
Hyundai announces planned IONIQ 5 launch
Hyundai announced that it would release the IONIQ 5, a midsize crossover SUV, in early 2021; the article describes it as the first vehicle under the IONIQ brand.
2020
San Tan Hyundai offers three-month payment deferral on select vehicles
San Tan Hyundai offered qualifying buyers a three-month payment deferral on select new 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe and Tucson models financed at 0% APR through Hyundai Motor Finance, as part of the Hyundai Epic Summer Sales Event. The offer was stated to run until September 8.
2020
Hyundai Mobility Membership programme launch
Hyundai Motor India launched the Hyundai Mobility Membership programme for new car buyers across India, offering benefits through partner brands.