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Hyundai (HYMTF) has secured six category wins in U.S. News & World Report's 2025 Best Cars for Teens awards, leading all automakers for the fourth consecutive year. The company won three new car categories with the 2025 Hyundai Elantra ($25K-$30K), 2025 Hyundai Tucson ($25K-$30K), and 2025 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid ($30K-$35K). In used car categories, the 2022 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid, 2022 Hyundai Tucson Hybrid, and 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid were recognized.

All winning models feature standard advanced safety technologies, including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and lane-keeping assist. The vehicles were selected based on crash safety, reliability, advanced driver assistance systems, and critical acclaim, with used models also evaluated for low ownership costs.

Hyundai announces the ninth annual National Salute to America's Heroes featuring the Hyundai Air & Sea Show on Miami Beach during Memorial Day weekend, May 24-25, 2025. The free two-day event includes military demonstrations, interactive exhibits, and entertainment. Hyundai continues its military support with a $50,000 donation to Folds of Honor for military families' scholarships.

The event features the Florida Power & Light Patriot Display Village showcasing military equipment, the Hyundai Hangar displaying 2025-2026 vehicle models, and various activities including the Memorial Day Flag Remembrance Garden and Monster Energy Action Zone. Hyundai's military support includes employment initiatives, training programs, and a $500 military and first responder vehicle incentive. The company has received multiple recognitions in 2024-2025 for its veteran support, including VETS Indexes 3 Star Employer and Military Friendly® Employer awards.

The 2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5 XRT has secured two prestigious awards at the NWAPA 2025 Mudfest Outdoor Vehicle of the Year competition: Best Electrified Activity Vehicle and Best Two-Row Family SUV. The vehicle underwent rigorous testing by 19 journalists who evaluated 21 vehicles through on-road and off-road challenges at The Ridge Motorsports Park. The IONIQ 5 XRT, assembled at Hyundai's new Metaplant America in Georgia, features increased ground clearance, enhanced suspension, and rugged styling. Notable XRT-exclusive elements include aggressive bumpers, robust side cladding, and all-terrain tires on 18-inch alloy wheels. The model demonstrates Hyundai's commitment to expanding EV capabilities for active lifestyles while maintaining strong on-road performance and fast charging capabilities.

Hyundai Motor Group (HYMTF) showcased its hydrogen leadership at the World Hydrogen Summit 2025 in Rotterdam. Group Vice Chair Jaehoon Chang, serving as Co-Chair of the Hydrogen Council, participated in the Ministerial-CEO Roundtable to discuss global hydrogen industry development.

At the Korean Pavilion, Hyundai highlighted its hydrogen value chain business under the HTWO brand, focusing on port decarbonization aligned with Rotterdam's sustainability goals. The Group presented commercial vehicle fuel cell technologies and a diorama demonstrating a hydrogen-powered society.

The Roundtable, co-hosted by the Netherlands and Brazil governments, outlined three strategic actions: implementing national financial incentives, boosting economic benefits, and strengthening global trade partnerships to drive hydrogen demand.

Hyundai Motor Group (HYMTF) has reinforced its commitment to Coastal Georgia through charitable donations to three major nonprofit organizations. Through its corporate social responsibility initiative Hyundai Hope, the company has donated:

• $25,000 to Ducks Unlimited for wetlands conservation
• $30,000 to Make-A-Wish Georgia for children with critical illnesses
• $35,000 to Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Coastal Empire

The donations align with Hyundai's presence in Bryan County, Georgia, home to its first dedicated electric vehicle mass-production plant (HMGMA). The company's U.S. operations, including its dealer network, contribute $20.1 billion annually and support 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy.

Two Hyundai executives, Claudia Márquez (COO, Hyundai Motor America) and Olabisi Boyle (SVP Product Planning and Mobility Strategy), have been named to Automotive News' 2025 100 Leading Women list. This marks the second recognition for both executives in this prestigious award, given only once every five years. Márquez leads U.S. business growth and strategic initiatives, while Boyle directs the company's vehicle lineup strategy and mobility ecosystem. Both executives have been crucial in Hyundai's transformation, particularly in areas of electrification, sustainability, and digitalization. Hyundai's significant U.S. presence includes its North American HQ in California, manufacturing facilities in Alabama and Georgia, contributing $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy.

Hyundai Motor America (HYMTF) and its nonprofit organization Hyundai Hope on Wheels have donated a total of $150,000 to the Children's Hospital of Savannah. The donation comprises $50,000 from Hyundai Hope to support child passenger safety initiatives and a $100,000 grant from Hyundai Hope on Wheels for pediatric cancer support.

The donation continues Hyundai's partnership with the hospital since 2022, during which they have contributed $125,000 towards child safety programs. The funds will support car seat safety checks and driver education. Notably, Hyundai Hope on Wheels has donated $277 million nationwide since 1998 to support pediatric cancer research and treatment.

Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Middle East (HMMME), a joint venture between Saudi Arabia's PIF (70% stake) and Hyundai Motor Company (30% stake), celebrated its groundbreaking ceremony for a new manufacturing facility in King Abdullah Economic City. The plant, Hyundai's first in the Middle East, will produce both internal combustion engine and electric vehicles with an annual production target of 50,000 vehicles to supply Saudi Arabia. Production is scheduled to begin in Q4 2026.

The facility, located in the King Salman Automotive Cluster, aims to create thousands of jobs and facilitate knowledge transfer in the region. This initiative is part of PIF's broader strategy to establish Saudi Arabia as a global automotive player while boosting domestic manufacturing capabilities and supply chains.

The Hyundai Elantra Hybrid has been named the 2025 Best Hybrid for the Money by Cars.com, winning both the overall and compact car categories. Additionally, the Hyundai Santa Fe HEV secured the Best Hybrid title in the midsize SUV segment.

The Elantra Hybrid Blue achieves an impressive 54 MPG combined EPA rating, leading its segment. The 2025 model introduces a new SEL Sport trim available in both ICE and hybrid versions. The Santa Fe HEV offers various trim options including SEL, Limited, and Calligraphy in both FWD and AWD configurations.

Notably, Hyundai's hybrid vehicle sales increased by 46% in April 2025, marking their best HEV month ever, with the Santa Fe HEV, Tucson PHEV, and Tucson HEV achieving record sales.