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Hyundai Triumphs in WRC, Eyes Le Mans with Genesis LMDh Ambitions

Hyundai Triumphs in WRC, Eyes Le Mans with Genesis LMDh Ambitions

SEOUL, Dec. 3 (Korea Bizwire) – Hyundai Motor Company has solidified its position in global motorsport by achieving significant milestones in the World Rally Championship (WRC) and setting its sights on endurance racing with the Genesis luxury brand.  The WRC, organized by the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), is one of the most demanding motorsport [...]

Hyundai Makes History with First Driver and Co-Driver Titles at World Rally Championship

Hyundai Makes History with First Driver and Co-Driver Titles at World Rally Championship

SEOUL, Nov. 25 (Korea Bizwire) – Hyundai Motor Company achieved a historic milestone at the 2024 World Rally Championship (WRC), securing its first-ever Driver and Co-Driver titles. The season concluded with the final round held from November 21 to 24 in Aichi and Gifu prefectures, Japan. Thierry Neuville, driving the Hyundai i20 N Rally1 Hybrid, delivered [...]

Hyundai Secures Fourth Victory in 2024 WRC Season with Sweep in Greece

Hyundai Secures Fourth Victory in 2024 WRC Season with Sweep in Greece

SEOUL, Sept. 10 (Korea Bizwire) – Hyundai Motor Company strengthened its bid for the 2024 World Rally Championship (WRC) title with a dominant performance at the Acropolis Rally Greece, the tenth event of the season. The South Korean automaker announced on September 9 that its team achieved a remarkable 1-2-3 finish, marking its fourth victory of [...]

Hyundai Motor Aims to Develop High-Performance Vehicle by Hiring BMW Engineer

Hyundai Motor Aims to Develop High-Performance Vehicle by Hiring BMW Engineer

SEOUL, Dec. 24 (Korea Bizwire) – Hyundai Motor is aiming to develop high performance vehicles following the hiring of former BMW executive Albert Biermann, who led the development of BMW’s M series performance cars. On December 22, Hyundai-Kia Motor Group announced that it had hired the former BMW M chief engineer as vice president in charge of vehicle [...]