The all-new 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has been named the 2013 “CUV of Texas” by the Texas Auto Writers Association (TAWA). Issued at the 21th
annual Texas Truck Rodeo near San Antonio, the win complements the
Santa Fe Sport’s victory as “Compact CUV of Texas” in last-year’s
competition.
“We are very pleased the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has
been named ‘CUV of Texas’ and proud to see that the Santa Fe family
continues its winning streak at the Truck Rodeo,” said Mike O’Brien,
vice president, Corporate and Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America.
“Given the fact that Santa Fe Sport was named Compact Crossover at last
year’s Rodeo, TAWA members have further confirmed the amazing
versatility of this crossover with its five, six or seven passenger
configurations.”
Comprised of active TAWA media members, the 2013
Texas Truck Rodeo evaluated some of the industry’s leading trucks, SUVs
and crossover utilities. In order to put each vehicle through its paces,
the famed Knibbe Ranch in Spring Branch, Texas served as the event’s
proving grounds. With driving surfaces varying from bumpy pavement,
loose gravel, slick mud, steep hills, jagged rocks and water crossings,
each candidate stayed busy throughout the two days of testing.
“TAWA
members overwhelmingly selected the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe as the
Crossover of Texas,” said Michael Marrs, TAWA President. “Crossovers are
important to Texans as they need vehicles that deliver on comfort,
functionality and reliability. Hyundai exceeded those expectations and
had the best product in the category.”
Entered into one of the
most cross-shopped segments in the automotive industry, the Santa Fe
topped tough competitors such as the 2014 Dodge Journey, 2014 Chevrolet
Equinox, 2014 Kia Sorento, 2014 GMC Terrain Denali and 2014 Mitsubishi
Outlander. Hailed by journalists for its blend of value, mileage,
capability and driving dynamics, the Santa Fe found its way up rocky
hills, down steep inclines, and around sweeping back-roads all while
returning impressive fuel economy and pleasing driving dynamics.
With
two days of evaluation, TAWA members judged the vehicles on a variety
of considerations. Aspects from exterior styling to road manners as well
as pricing, fuel mileage, and off-road capability were all taken into
account. Voting was conducted anonymously via electronic ballots.
The
2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is a new breed of crossover utilities with
multiple trims, all-new powertrains and segment exclusive features and
equipment. With a segment leading standard 290 horsepower 3.3 liter GDI
V6, six-speed automatic transmission, and availability of either seven
or six passenger configurations, the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has
rightfully earned the title “CUV of Texas”. Blue Link telematics and
Driver Selectable Steering Mode (DSSM) come standard and help separate
the Santa Fe from the crowd.
An all-new “Fluidic Sculpture” design
gives the third generation Santa Fe the impact of constant motion while
opulent interior features such as heated seats and a leather-wrapped
steering wheel give world-class comfort and amenities. Combined with 320
lb weight loss compared to the outgoing Veracruz model and an IIHS “Top
Safety Pick”, a base price of $28,600 keeps the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
competitive in a very crowded segment.
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Hyundai announced late last week the latest
addition to its Assurance program with the launch of a new payment
deferral program aimed at helping federal employees furloughed during
the government shutdown. Under the plan, Hyundai will extend all auto
loan and lease payments during the shutdown for current Hyundai owners
who are furloughed.
“We recognize the impact on family budgets
that the furlough will drive,” said John Krafcik, president and CEO of
Hyundai Motor America. “Like we did almost four years ago when we
launched Hyundai Assurance, this is our way of saying ‘We’ve got your
back’ during this uncertain time.”
Current owners in the Hyundai
family will be provided relief from payments for as long as they are out
of work. Furloughed employees who wish to buy a car in October will be
offered a 90-day payment deferral.
It is estimated that more than
800,000 workers will not get paid during the shutdown. Like the original
Hyundai Assurance job loss protection program, the federal employee
payment deferral plan is aimed at helping workers at a time when they
most need it. The program is available to any customer who has financed
his or her purchase or lease through Hyundai Finance America.
EGR Group, a leading OEM and aftermarket accessory supplier for
nearly four decades, is developing a custom EGR Night Racer concept
based on the Hyundai Veloster Turbo that is guaranteed to turn heads.
The racecar, designed specifically for time attack races at night racing
circuits, will be showcased at the 2013 SEMA show in Las Vegas,
November 5-8.
The EGR Night Racer’s most compelling cosmetic
upgrade is a unique vivid yellow paint scheme. This custom-developed
color, dubbed Yellowcake, was created by EGR in collaboration with the
paint experts at PPG and Barry’s Speed Shop. With the addition of a
Wurton roof-mounted LED light bar and custom ONEighty-branded
headlights, the EGR Night Racer will be impossible to miss, especially
on night racing circuits.
Modifications to the EGR Night Racer go far beyond cosmetics. Body
rigidity has been increased significantly with the addition of a custom
roll cage, and ride height is race-tuned with an ARK coil-over
suspension and AEM strut brace. Bisimoto Engineering provided powertrain
tuning expertise, boosting the 1.6-liter output to 250 horsepower,
while oversized Brembo brakes, DPE 3-piece racing wheels and Toyo
semi-slick racing tires ensure the power is kept under precise control.
“Veloster
Turbo provides an ideal tuning platform for enthusiasts who want to
modify their cars,” said Mike O’Brien, vice president, product planning,
Hyundai Motor America. “EGR created a very special night-focused time
attack car that perfectly showcases Veloster Turbo’s inherently sporty
DNA.”
1.6-LITER TURBO DIRECT-INJECTED ENGINE MODIFICATIONS
- Hyundai 1.6-liter Gamma, turbocharged direct-injected 4-cylinder engine
- Powertrain tuning by Bisimoto Engineering
- AEM intake
- MagnaFlow exhaust
- VP Racing Fuels VP101
EXTERIOR MODIFICATIONS
- Custom-developed “Yellowcake” paint scheme
- EGR widebody kit
- EGR hood deflector
- EGR window visors
- EGR rear spoiler
- EGR bumper guard
- Wurton LED light bar
- APR front splitter
- DPE 3-Piece lightweight racing wheels
- ONEighty custom headlights
INTERIOR MODIFICATIONS
- Katzkin-developed custom interior
- Creations n’ Chrome custom roll cage
- Takata racing seats
- Takata harnesses
CHASSIS UPGRADES
- ARK coil-over suspension
- AEM strut bar
- Brembo brake upgrade
- Toyo Proxes R888 semi-slick racing tires
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