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2026
Automakers and electronics brands announce Korea Grand Festival promotions
Hyundai Motor, Kia, GM Korea, Renault Korea, KG Mobility, Samsung Electronics and LG Electronics are set to launch promotional sales on November 1 as part of the Korea Grand Festival. Specific products and discount rates were to be announced when the promotions begin.
2026
Genesis Debuts GV90 Full-Size Flagship SUV
Genesis revealed the GV90, its first full-size flagship SUV, at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, in GV90 Neolun and standard GV90 forms, as a production version of the 2024 Neolun concept.
2022
Hyundai responds to Pakistani dealer’s Kashmir-related posts
Hyundai Motor expressed regret over Kashmir-related social media posts made by its independently owned Pakistani distributor, said the posts were unauthorized, and stated that it had ensured their deletion and put processes in place to prevent a recurrence.
2021
Hyundai Motor Group raises 2026 EV sales target
Hyundai Motor Group raised its global EV sales target for 2026 from 1 million to 1.7 million units, according to Hyundai Motor CEO Chang Jae-hoon.
2021
Hana Bank partners with Hyundai Motor, Kia and Finda
Hana Bank said it teamed up with Hyundai Motor, Kia and fintech startup Finda to develop financial services and products tied to connected car technologies.
2021
Hyundai Motor Group announces Andrew Roberts appointment to lead global PR
Hyundai Motor Group announced Andrew Roberts's appointment as Vice President to lead Global PR for Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation, with the new role starting September 27, 2021.
2021
Hyundai launches Factory Safety Service Robot
Hyundai Motor Group launched the Factory Safety Service Robot, its first robot developed in collaboration with Boston Dynamics. The robot is initially planned for a pilot operation supporting late-night security patrols at a Kia factory in South Korea.
2021
South Korea vehicle recall for defective parts
A South Korean transport ministry announcement covered a voluntary recall by six automakers affecting almost 49,000 vehicles because of faulty parts. The article identifies BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Hyundai Motor and Suzuki MAN Truck & Bus Korea among the brands involved; repairs or replacements were offered free of charge.
2021
Hyundai introduces EnableLA wheelchair-accessible ride service
Hyundai Motor Group introduced EnableLA, a mobility service for people with mobility barriers in Los Angeles. The service uses modified Hyundai Palisade and Kia Telluride SUVs and is powered by ButterFLi.
2021
Grab and Hyundai expand EV partnership in Southeast Asia
Grab announced an expanded partnership with Hyundai Motor Group to accelerate EV adoption in Southeast Asia. The companies said they would launch pilot programmes and jointly develop a roadmap for EV adoption.
2021
Hyundai UAM and ANRA Technologies announce partnership
Hyundai Motor Group’s Urban Air Mobility Division announced a partnership with ANRA Technologies to begin developing the operating environment for the advanced air mobility industry. ANRA is to provide strategic insight on Hyundai’s concept of operations for airspace management and ground mobility integration.
2021
Hyundai Motor Group holds an 80% stake in Boston Dynamics
Hyundai Motor Group and its subsidiaries hold 80% of Boston Dynamics, while SoftBank holds the remaining 20%. The source does not state when the ownership transfer was completed.
2021
Hyundai employee dies after COVID-19 infection during Kazakhstan business trip
A Hyundai Motor overseas production technology employee died of COVID-19 complications after contracting the infection during a business trip to Kazakhstan. Employees complained about a lack of company protection, while management said overseas trips were limited and safety measures were provided.
2021
Hyundai Motor recalls 390,000 vehicles in North America
Hyundai Motor recalled 390,000 vehicles from the United States and Canada because of the possibility of an engine fire. The article reports that fires had occurred due to the identified problems, with no injuries.
2021
Hyundai announces annual EV launches planned for China from 2022
Hyundai announced that it and Kia plan to begin launching electric vehicles in China annually from 2022, with 21 Hyundai- and Kia-branded models planned by 2030.
2021
Hyundai and partners sign battery leasing and reuse MOU
Hyundai Motor, LG Energy Solution, Hyundai Glovis, KST Mobility and South Korea's Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy signed an MOU to cooperate on electric-taxi battery leasing and the sustainable reuse of EV batteries in energy storage systems.
2021
Hyundai unveils TIGER mobility vehicle concept
Hyundai Motor Group unveiled the TIGER uncrewed mobility vehicle concept, designed to operate as a four-wheel-drive vehicle or a four-legged walking machine.
2021
Hyundai Motor Group launches DAL-e customer service robot
Hyundai Motor Group unveiled the DAL-e customer service robot at a Hyundai Motor showroom in southern Seoul, where it began pilot operation.
2021
Hyundai announces plans for 15 new-energy vehicle models in China
Hyundai Motor Group announced plans to introduce 15 new-energy vehicle models in China before 2025, based on the E-GMP platform. The models had not yet been reported as launched.
2020
Hyundai Motor Group announces acquisition of controlling stake in Boston Dynamics
Hyundai Motor Group agreed to acquire about 80% of Boston Dynamics, while SoftBank would retain about 20% through an affiliate after the transaction. The article also says the deal was awaiting regulatory approval and other customary closing conditions.