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Hyundai Motor Group Earns Most Combined IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ and TOP SAFETY PICK Awards

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

With 10 TSP and six TSP+ awards, the Group, including Hyundai Motor, Kia and Genesis brands, leads the industry with the most combined TSP/TSP+ accolades

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  • With 10 TSP and six TSP+ awards, the Group, including Hyundai Motor, Kia and Genesis brands, leads the industry with the most combined TSP/TSP+ accolades
    Hyundai Motor and Genesis tied for second place overall, with Hyundai Motor securing seven awards (two TSP+ and five TSP), Genesis earning seven awards (three TSP+ and four TSP) and Kia earning two awards (one TSP+ and one TSP)
    SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) is announcing that the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) has honored a total of 16 models from Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Corporation, and Genesis, with the prestigious IIHS 2024 TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) and TSP+ awards — more than any other automaker in the annual assessment.
  • The Group's exceptional performance in the IIHS 2024 awards is a testament to its unwavering focus on safety.
  • "Hyundai Motor Group is proud to have earned the industry leadership position in the recent IIHS 2024 TSP/TSP+ award results," said Brian Latouf, President and Global Chief Safety and Quality Officer at Hyundai Motor Group.
  • Among the Group's brands, Hyundai Motor and Genesis tied for second place overall, with Hyundai Motor securing seven awards (two TSP+ and five TSP), Genesis earning seven awards (three TSP+ and four TSP) and Kia earning two awards (one TSP+ and one TSP).

Hyundai Motor Group Earns Most Combined IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ and TOP SAFETY PICK Awards

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, February 28, 2024

With 10 TSP and six TSP+ awards, the Group, including Hyundai Motor, Kia and Genesis brands, leads the industry with the most combined TSP/TSP+ accolades

Key Points: 
  • With 10 TSP and six TSP+ awards, the Group, including Hyundai Motor, Kia and Genesis brands, leads the industry with the most combined TSP/TSP+ accolades
    Hyundai Motor and Genesis tied for second place overall, with Hyundai Motor securing seven awards (two TSP+ and five TSP), Genesis earning seven awards (three TSP+ and four TSP) and Kia earning two awards (one TSP+ and one TSP)
    SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) is announcing that the Insurance Institute of Highway Safety (IIHS) has honored a total of 16 models from Hyundai Motor Company, Kia Corporation, and Genesis, with the prestigious IIHS 2024 TOP SAFETY PICK (TSP) and TSP+ awards — more than any other automaker in the annual assessment.
  • "Hyundai Motor Group is proud to have earned the industry leadership position in the recent IIHS 2024 TSP/TSP+ award results," said Brian Latouf, President and Global Chief Safety and Quality Officer at Hyundai Motor Group.
  • Among the Group's brands, Hyundai Motor and Genesis tied for second place overall, with Hyundai Motor securing seven awards (two TSP+ and five TSP), Genesis earning seven awards (three TSP+ and four TSP) and Kia earning two awards (one TSP+ and one TSP).
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KONA I to introduce biometric smart cards with IDEX Biometrics in Japan

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Thursday, February 8, 2024

Oslo, Norway and Tokyo, Japan – 8 February 2024 – IDEX Biometrics and KONA I are partnering to deploy biometric payment and access cards in Japan.

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  • Oslo, Norway and Tokyo, Japan – 8 February 2024 – IDEX Biometrics and KONA I are partnering to deploy biometric payment and access cards in Japan.
  • KONA I expects banks to begin offering high-technology biometric cards to consumers in the second half of 2024.
  • KONA I and IDEX Biometrics smart card platform provides the cybersecurity market with an end-to-end authentication platform focused on digital security, and compatible with standard protocols such as FIDO2, as well as biometric payments cards.
  • “The partnership with IDEX Biometrics enables us to react to the fast-growing demand for biometric smart cards in Japan,” said Koichiro Sasai, Head of KONA Japan LLC as a subsidiary of KONA I.

Test Tracks and Activations Look To Elevate the Excitement at the 2024 Washington, DC Auto Show

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

This event promises a diverse range of activations that will captivate enthusiasts of all ages, ensuring the capital is buzzing with excitement.

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  • This event promises a diverse range of activations that will captivate enthusiasts of all ages, ensuring the capital is buzzing with excitement.
  • From cutting-edge test tracks to family-friendly fun zones, the DC Auto Show guarantees something for everyone.
  • Showcasing their dedication to a more sustainable and exhilarating form of transportation with two special indoor test track experiences is Hyundai and Nissan.
  • For detailed information on each activation and to plan your visit, check out the Auto Show’s website at www.washingtonautoshow.com .

Hyundai Announces 2024 Kona Electric Pricing

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Monday, December 11, 2023

Kona Electric offers several class-aboveiv features including dual-zone automatic climate control, heated and ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel.

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  • Kona Electric offers several class-aboveiv features including dual-zone automatic climate control, heated and ventilated front seats, and a heated steering wheel.
  • Hyundai Kona Electric also features an expansion of the recently launched Hyundai Pay vi platform to enable in-vehicle payments.
  • In addition to parking, Kona Electric owners can pay for charging at select locations through Hyundai Pay.
  • i 2024 KONA Electric 261-mile range based on a fully charged battery and 116 combined MPGe.

IDEX Biometrics partners with KONA I to launch biometric cards globally

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Thursday, October 26, 2023

Oslo, Norway – 26 October 2023 – IDEX Biometrics partners with KONA I, a global smart card and technology platform company in South Korea, to deploy biometric payment cards across both recycled PVC and metal cards, for their bank clients world-wide.

Key Points: 
  • Oslo, Norway – 26 October 2023 – IDEX Biometrics partners with KONA I, a global smart card and technology platform company in South Korea, to deploy biometric payment cards across both recycled PVC and metal cards, for their bank clients world-wide.
  • KONA I holds a vast number of certifications, including Visa, Mastercard, JCB and American Express, and serves banks and issuers globally.
  • The company provides a range of innovative smart card products including metal cards and other special material cards.
  • "Our collaboration with IDEX Biometrics and the global introduction of biometric cards represent a compelling opportunity as we build out our industry-leading biometric card product line.

All-new KONA Upscaled Multiplayer Accelerates Hyundai's Electrification Vision with Extended Range and Advanced Features

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Monday, March 6, 2023

The second-generation KONA offers one of the most comprehensive product packages in the B-SUV segment, including the widest range of powertrains.

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  • The second-generation KONA offers one of the most comprehensive product packages in the B-SUV segment, including the widest range of powertrains.
  • Customers can choose from EV, hybrid electric (HEV) and ICE variants as well as sporty N Line versions of each.
  • "KONA Electric will play a major role alongside our IONIQ models in reinforcing Hyundai's EV leadership.
  • KONA Electric delivers class-leading all-electric range (AER) in the B-SUV segment (WLTP-estimated 490 km)[1].

All-new KONA Upscaled Multiplayer Accelerates Hyundai's Electrification Vision with Extended Range and Advanced Features

Retrieved on: 
Monday, March 6, 2023

The second-generation KONA offers one of the most comprehensive product packages in the B-SUV segment, including the widest range of powertrains.

Key Points: 
  • The second-generation KONA offers one of the most comprehensive product packages in the B-SUV segment, including the widest range of powertrains.
  • Customers can choose from EV, hybrid electric (HEV) and ICE variants as well as sporty N Line versions of each.
  • "KONA Electric will play a major role alongside our IONIQ models in reinforcing Hyundai's EV leadership.
  • KONA Electric delivers class-leading all-electric range (AER) in the B-SUV segment (WLTP-estimated 490 km)[1].

All-New Hyundai KONA Gets Bolder, More Dynamic, EV-led Design with Unique Styling Across a Range of Powertrains

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Monday, December 19, 2022

"Upscaled with KONA's unique character, the all-new KONA confidently expresses its bold and dynamic presence," said SangYup Lee, Head of Hyundai Design Center.

Key Points: 
  • "Upscaled with KONA's unique character, the all-new KONA confidently expresses its bold and dynamic presence," said SangYup Lee, Head of Hyundai Design Center.
  • "KONA has evolved in every respect to embrace an even wider range of diversity, to become a true lifestyle supporter."
  • Unlike most vehicles that are made available with a variety of powertrains, the KONA started with the EV variant design, which was then adapted the design for the ICE, HEV and N Line models.
  • This unconventional approach allowed Hyundai to bring tech-centric design thinking to all KONA variants.

All-New Hyundai KONA Gets Bolder, More Dynamic, EV-led Design with Unique Styling Across a Range of Powertrains

Retrieved on: 
Monday, December 19, 2022

"Upscaled with KONA's unique character, the all-new KONA confidently expresses its bold and dynamic presence," said SangYup Lee, Head of Hyundai Design Center.

Key Points: 
  • "Upscaled with KONA's unique character, the all-new KONA confidently expresses its bold and dynamic presence," said SangYup Lee, Head of Hyundai Design Center.
  • "KONA has evolved in every respect to embrace an even wider range of diversity, to become a true lifestyle supporter."
  • Unlike most vehicles that are made available with a variety of powertrains, the KONA started with the EV variant design, which was then adapted the design for the ICE, HEV and N Line models.
  • This unconventional approach allowed Hyundai to bring tech-centric design thinking to all KONA variants.