NEW CAR PREVIEW: 2022 Genesis GV70
The 2022 Genesis GV70 represents an athletic, versatile option in Genesis’ emerging lineup of sport utility vehicles. It’s the fifth vehicle in the Genesis lineup, … Read more
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Santa Cruz set as 1st Hyundai pickup truck
Hyundai’s new pickup truck will have a unibody construction. Starting prices have not been announced but predicated at $25,000. Hyundai hopes the Santa Cruz will … Read more
NEW CAR PREVIEW: 2022 Hyundai Tucson
The 2022 Hyundai Tucson, the continuation of the South-Korean manufacturer’s top-selling vehicle globally, has been announced. It will feature new exterior stylings, more passenger and … Read more
The Weekly Driver letters: Used trucks, Lexus, Sonata PHEV
The Weekly Driver is a companion website to the weekly Autopia column I contribute to the San Jose Mercury and East Bay Times. Some of … Read more
2020 Hyundai Sonata: new look, best sedan value
With the dominating presence of trucks and recreational vehicles, a pleasant, efficient drive in a fair-priced sedan is still appealing. The 2020 Hyundai Sonata comes … Read more
#126 podcast: Couple embraces home tech business
Valerie Antkowiak and Mark Pallone are retired Intel engineers, but they’re still involved in their careers via a home-based business about home technology. The husband-wife … Read more
2020 Hyundai Ioniq: Underdog defines value, economy
The 2020 Hyundai Ioniq, the fourth year of the South Korean liftback hybrid and all-electric, maintains the brand’s status as the country’s most fuel-efficient vehicle. … Read more
2019 Hyundai Ioniq: odd name, worthy EV wheels
The 2019 Hyundai Ioniq, the third model year of the South Korean liftback, is unique in the ever-evolving, alternative fuel segment. It’s the least expensive … Read more
2019 Hyundai Veloster: odd compact hatchback gets it right
The 2019 Hyundai Veloster marks the sports-oriented compact’s second-generation debut, and it remains a one-of-a-kind hatchback. A sharper-edged new exterior design is immediately appealing. But … Read more
2018 Hyundai G90 sedan offers luxury, value price
Particularly in upscale vehicles, loyalty is a thing. If you’re an Audi, BMW, Lexus or Mercedes-Benz owner, chances are you’re a repeat customer or you … Read more
Genesis cruises past Audi, tops Consumer Reports’ best car list
Genesis, the newcomer luxury brand from Hyundai, has accelerated past Audi and is now top-rated by Consumer Reports in its annual ranking of automotive brands. … Read more
2018 Hyundai Elantra GT: Watch out Honda, Volkswagen
Compact hatchbacks often deserve more credit. They’re positioned in an unglamorous car segment, but they’re difficult to beat considering their combination of durability, economy, performance, … Read more
2018 Genesis G80: second-year upscale sedan shines
Now in the second spinoff year from Hyundai as its own luxury brand, the Genesis has quickly built its reputation as a worthy challenger in … Read more
2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport: Top rival for Honda, Toyota
As the smaller of the two Hyundai Santa Fe offerings, the 2017 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is the five-passenger version of the Santa Fe that … Read more