Anything You Can Do, Genesis Can Do Better!!

Hyundai is set out to introduce a new version of the 4.6-liter Tau V8 Genesis and Equus for the 2011 model year. This new 5.0-liter V8 was mentioned during a media event at Hyundai R&D and if the claimed numbers are legit, the 2011 Hyundai Genesis will give the Mustang a run for its money. This is going to be available as a sedan, but it is not confirmed if the coupe will have the same hp.

Ford is getting 412 horsepower from its five-point-oh in the 2011 model; Hyundai says its 5.0-liter V8 will be packing 429 hp when it reaches production. It will be backed by a new eight-speed automatic transmission.

Please visit Autoblog.com for more information about the 2011 Hyundai Genesis. Also, you can leave comments below and let us know what you think about the new and improved fast Hyundai Genesis.

Hyundai Sonata Convertible in the Works?

Are you looking for an inexpensive convertible? Look no further! Hyundai has a topless Sonata in mind for the near future.

Sources say that the Hyundai is currently developing the Sonata convertible. This is perfect timing for production of this vehicle since the Toyota retired their Solara and Chrysler-Fiat is planning on ending the Sebring’s run for good as well.

The Sonata convertible will be available with the same engine choices as the sedan: a 200-horsepower 2.4-liter inline-4 as in the SE model or the 274-hp 2.0-liter turbo from the 2.0T model.

“Within the next couple of years, we might be able to drive a rented four-seat convertible on our Hawaii vacation without having to wear paper bags over our heads.” — Daniel Pund, Senior Editor for Inside Line, Detroit

Will the Hyundai Genesis Sedan Be the New Police Interceptor?

Police have been using the RWD Panther-platform Crown Victoria for decades, but Ford has recently introduced a new police interceptor. Ford made the decision to go with the unit-bodied, front- or all-wheel drive Taurus. This is now a problem since Police cruisers should be driven via the rear wheels.

Genesis sedan has either a 3.8-liter V6 or a more muscular 4.6-liter “Tau” V8 up front. Both motors propel the rear wheels. For police duty, we’ll go ahead and assume that Hyundai went with the more potent Tau option, as South Korean coppers will no doubt make use of the 375 horsepower and 333 pound-feet of torque (slight asterisk – that’s on premium fuel. Should you opt for regular gas, the V8 makes “just” 368 hp and 324 lb-ft of torque).

With this being said, Korea decided to give the Hyundai Genesis Sedan a try. The Hyundai is unit body, so it won’t be able to jump curbs when officers are in pursuit. The Genesis has above average handling, so they should have better handling driving around the curb, and will be able to catch the person in pursuit much more quickly.

Source: Goodcarbadcar.net and Autoblog.com

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Rhys "Mad Skills" Millen Gets First Formula Drift Podium for Hyundai Genesis!!

The 550 hp Hyundai Genesis Coupe came up big for the Formula Drift Competition in Long Beach this week.  World Champion driver, Rhys "Mad Skills" Millen,  still hasn't won with the Red Bull sponsored Genesis, but he managed to get second place on the podium against over 50 other drivers.

Other drivers included past Formula DRIFT Champions, Tanner Foust, drove an 800+ horsepower NASCAR-powered Scion TC and Samuel Hubinette, was behind the wheel of an 800+ horsepower USAC-powered Dodge Challenger.

After rushing to get the coupe ready for the season opener a year ago, Millen's team spent this past winter thoroughly going over the car. Hyundai's Lambda V6 now produces over 650 horsepower compared to the 480 hp it turned out last year. Vaughn Gittin Jr. was at the top of the podium with his new Ford Mustang.

"I was in sync with my Genesis Coupe during the entire campaign and step one was to qualify first," said Rhys Millen. "The car had so much grip and power I was able to put it close to the walls and mirror the other competitors' cars' every move. Nothing compares to the pressure and thrill of the 'win it or lose it' factor while competing against more than 50 other cars and drivers."

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Hyundai Creates More Than 20,000 Jobs in Alabama

This video goes to show you how the new Hyundai plant outside of Montgomery, AL jump started the entire southern Alabama economy after it opened.

"I love my it, I enjoy what I do everyday! It changed a lot of peoples lives down here." -Yolanda Williams

Hyundai was one of three car companies to increase sales last year in America.

Suppliers sprung up throughout the region to make bumpers, sunroofs, dashboards which created many more jobs.

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Upcoming 2012 Hyundai Veloster Replaces the Tiburon

Allow me to reintroduce the 2012 Hyundai Veloster, or maybe more accurately, the next Tiburon. This new up and coming front wheel drive Hyundai will put out 1.6-liter 4 cylinder with 140 hp in its standard trim and a turbocharged 175-190 hp Veloster as well.

We should expect Hyundai’s new hatch to arrive in the summer of 2011 as a 2012 model.  John Krafcik, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Corp, said in a recent interview “It won't be like anything out there before in the small car segment.  Smaller, in fact, than the Kia Forte Koupe. It's Accent-sized. It'll be a little car you can take out and wring its neck and still get good mileage. Fun and economical, with a great power-to-weight ratio."

You can download Veloster wallpaper images by clicking here.

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