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The current Executive Director and Associate General Counsel for the Hyundai Motor America, Ruth Eisen, understands what dealing with the issues surrounding Autism on a daily basis feels like. Eisen has a son with autism, so she was very excited to introduce the brand's sponsorship of the annual Walk Now for Autism Speaks event, which took place for the third time recently and brought together more than 30-thousand participants at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, CA . The purpose of the event was to combat the disorder by raising awareness and promoting improved research funding.

Hyundai Hosts 14th Hope on Wheels Campaign

For the fourteenth consecutive year, South Korean auto manufacturer Hyundai is hosting its non-profit Hope on Wheels program. This program tours across the U.S.to award grants to 85 hospitals in support of the fight against pediatric cancer. After 2012 totals are tallied, Hyundai expects to exceed $57 in overall donations for the initiative, including over $10 million to fund childhood cancer research at the Children's Hospital of Orange County, CA.

Hyundai Praised for Low Emissions, High Fuel Economy

At a time when gasoline prices hover around $4/per gallon and the world is becoming more environmentally-conscious, auto companies that concentrate on these issues are more important and impressive than ever before. Take Hyundai, for example. The South Korean automaker was recently recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as the number one automaker in the U.S. as far as fuel economy ratings and CO2 emissions are concerned. These findings were reported in the EPA 2011 Light-Duty Automotive Technology and Fuel Economy Trends Report, and they apply to the 2010 model year.

Hyundai i-oniq Concept 'Wows' Geneva Auto Show Attendees

Hyundai is at it again. The brand has taken the idea of an all-electric vehicle and molded it to what is most feasible in today's world: a hybrid. Though all-electrics are certainly impressive, the brand knows that it will take quite some time for society to catch up with these vehicles, so its offering a sort of next-generation hybrid- which is by far the sleekest we've seen. The new Hyundai i-oniq concept recently premiered at the Geneva Auto Show to the delight of auto enthusiasts in attendance and internet onlookers. The i-oniq concept blends a 1.0-liter three-cylinder, generator-like engine with a 107 horsepower electric motor.

2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe: Coming Soon to Ardmore, OK

If you haven't yet gotten a chance to check out the 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe, you're missing out on a serious treat. When Hyundai added the coupe to its lineup alongside the traditional Hyundai Genesis Coupe in 2008, the brand gave drivers additional choices for according to their driving preferences, and the Genesis Coupe will continue to satisfy consumers into the 2013 model year.

Hyundai Philippines Sales Jump Drastically in January

Hold it, readers! Did you just read that headline? Then you should know why Carter County Hyundai of Ardmore, OK is so excited to represent a small part of the Hyundai franchise! Last month, the automaker's sales jumped an amazing 40 percent in the Philippines, as compared to January 2011, due to quick sales of its passenger car models like the Hyundai i10, the 2012 Hyundai Elantra, and the 2012 Hyundai Accent. And, not only were these models popular farther south; they also racked up some serious sales in the U.S.

Hyundai Elantra GT Hatchback Rocks the 2012 Chicago Auto Show

It's taking the world by storm! Er, or at least the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. What is "it?" The 2013 Hyundai Elantra GT! The GT is an all-new hatchback body style for the Hyundai Elantra, and it's amazing Chicago Auto Show visitors at this very moment!

Hyundai Invests $15 Million in New Michigan Testing Center

South Korean auto manufacturer Hyundai is burying some serious roots in America. The Hyundai America Technical Center Inc. (which opened in 2005 and employs 170 people) recently announced that it will further expand the company's influence in Superior Township, Michigan by building an innovative Hot/Cold Weather Dynamometer Test facility there.

2012 Hyundai Elantra Named "Car of the Year" at Detroit Auto Show

Congratulations to our friends at Hyundai on designing and producing the North American "Car of the Year!" That's right, readers. The 2012 Hyundai Elantra was named "Car of the Year" at this year's Detroit Auto Show. The new Elantra has earned a ton of awards since its debut, but this is quite possibly its most impressive yet!

Powertrain Mystery No Longer Surrounds the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe

If you've been paying close attention to Hyundai news lately, you know that the 2013 Hyundai Genesis Coupe will make its universal debut at the 2012 Detroit Auto Show in January. However, you may also know that the vehicle's powertrain information has been kept under "lock and key" by the company. Good news, readers. Carter County Hyundai can now release those specs to you. Following a launch in South Korea last week, the company announced that the new Coupe will (again) come with your choice of naturally aspirated V-6 or four-cylinder turbo engine, but with more torque and power than the current 2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe.