U.S. auto sales fall 11.8% in March amid elevated vehicle prices and weakening demand The number of new vehicles sold in the U.S. in March 2026 (preliminary figures including estimates for GM/Stellantis/Tesla, etc.), aggregated by MarkLines as of April 2, totaled 1,405,817 units, down 11.8% year over year. March had 25 selling days, one fewer than a year earlier. Seasonally adjusted at annual rates (SAAR, millions/year)  *March data will be upda...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Uber and Motional launch Hyundai Ioniq 5 robotaxi service in Las Vegas On March 13, Uber Technologies and Motional, a leader in autonomous vehicle technology that is majority owned by Hyundai Motor Group, announced that Uber riders in Las Vegas can now be matched with an all-electric Motional Ioniq 5 robotaxi. At launch, the service will be available through the Uber app in downtown Las Vegas and throughout the Town Square shopping district near ...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/14

Hyundai cuts back on Ioniq 6 lineup in U.S. for 2026 The Hyundai Ioniq 6, is being discontinued in the U.S. just three years after launch, with an exception of a single model, the high-performance Ioniq 6 N. “Going forward, our award-winning Ioniq 6 lineup will consist of the all-new Ioniq 6 N,” Hyundai said. “This high-performance electric sport sedan delivers truly thrilling, track-ready dynamics coupled with everyday usability.” “Ion...

News  Updated at: 2026/03/06

GlobalData blog: Tariffs as a structural constraint: How US trade volatility is reshaping Hyundai and Kia’s production strategy Following the start of the Trump administration’s second term, the tariff landscape facing Korea’s automotive industry has once again entered a period of heightened volatility. Toward the end of 2025, Korea secured a temporary reduction in tariffs on Korean-made vehicles from 25% to 15%, contingent on bilateral neg...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/17

Hyundai Motor Malaysia outlines Ioniq N EVs, CKD Tucson, Santa Fe for 2026 Reported on February 10, 2026, Hyundai Motor Malaysia (HMY) outlined an ambitious 2026 roadmap encompassing new performance EVs, locally assembled SUVs, a new MPV, and network expansion. In Q2 2026, HMY plans to launch the Hyundai Ioniq 5 N and Hyundai Ioniq 6 N, introducing Hyundai’s N performance EV line-up to Malaysia. The local market is already familiar with the N b...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/13

Hyundai reportedly seeking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 robotaxis Hyundai Motor is reportedly seeking to supply Waymo with 50,000 IONIQ 5 autonomous vehicles by 2028 in what would amount to a roughly USD 2.5 billion deal. The potential order, first reported overseas, would see Hyundai’s Georgia-based Metaplant America (HMGMA) produce IONIQ 5 EVs at volume specifically for Waymo. The IONIQ 5 has a roomy cabin for passengers and is built o...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/12

GB Auto launches Hyundai IONIQ 9 in Egypt On February 10, multiple sources reported that GB Auto, in collaboration with Hyundai Motor Company, unveiled its all-new electric car, the IONIQ 9. It has a 110.3 kWh battery. The car measures 5,060 mm in length, 1,980 mm in width, and 1,790 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 3,130 mm. Based on multiple sources ...

News  Updated at: 2026/02/11

Uber and Avride launch autonomous robotaxi service in Dallas Uber and Avride have begun offering robotaxi rides in Dallas, enabling riders to be matched with Avride’s fully electric Hyundai Ioniq 5 autonomous vehicles across a 9-square-mile service area spanning Downtown, Uptown, Turtle Creek, and Deep Ellum. Uber users in Dallas requesting UberX, Uber Comfort, or Uber Comfort Electric rides may be paired with a robotaxi at no extra cost, with ...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/04

U.S. auto sales down 6.7% in November as EV demand weakens Note: Some figures were updated on December 9. The number of new vehicles sold in the U.S. in November 2025 (preliminary figures including estimates for GM/Stellantis/Tesla, etc.), aggregated by MarkLines as of December 3, was 1,274,624 units, down 6.7% y/y. There were 25 selling days, one fewer than a year earlier. Light vehicle seasonally adjusted annual rate (SAAR) for November was 15....

News  Updated at: 2025/12/03

Hyundai considering launching Ioniq 9 in Brazil On November 19, it was reported that Hyundai is considering importing the Ioniq 9 to Brazil. During the São Paulo Auto Show, the brand has been evaluating people’s interest in the model to decide whether to launch the large electric SUV in the country in 2026 or not. The Ioniq 9, one of Hyundai’s new-generation EVs, stands out for its size and retro-futuristic styling. It measures 5.06 meters i...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/25

Hyundai reveals CRATER Concept off-road SUV at AutoMobility LA 2025 On November 20, Hyundai Motor America presented the global debut of the CRATER Concept adventure vehicle at AutoMobility LA 2025 in Los Angeles, California.  The CRATER Concept is a compact off-road SUV vehicle conceived at Hyundai America Technical Center (HATCI) in Irvine, California. The vehicle displays XRT design elements that showcase protection and connectivity, as seen i...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/21

Hyundai teases Crater Concept debut ahead of AutoMobility LA 2025 On November 17,  Hyundai unveiled teaser sketches of the Crater Concept extreme off-road show vehicle that is set to make its global debut at AutoMobility LA 2025 in Los Angeles, California on November 20 at 9:45 a.m. PT. The Crater Concept will be viewable at Los Angeles Auto Show public days from November 21-30. Crater Concept is a compact off-road SUV design exploration that em...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/18

Insurance Institute for Highway Safety qualifies nine U.S. market models for safety awards On October 28, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety announced nine additional 2025 and 2026 models qualifying for awards in the latest batch of vehicle ratings from the agency. The Top Safety Pick+ winners include the Audi All-new A5, Audi Q6 Sportback e-tron, BMW X3, Ford Explorer, Hyundai Ioniq 9 and Kia Sportage.  The Hyundai Santa Cruz, Nissan Ro...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/12

U.S. auto sales fall 5.2% in October as OEMs struggle to sell EVs as tax credits end Note: Some figures were updated on November 12. MarkLines' preliminary figures for U.S. new vehicle sales for October 2025 (as of November 4, including estimates from GM, Stellantis, Tesla, etc.) were 1,272,043 units, down 5.2% from the same month last year. The number of business days in October was 27, the same as the same month last year. Light vehicle seasona...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/04

U.S. auto sales up 6.2% in September, buoyed by rush ahead of EV tax credit expiration Note: Some figures were updated on October 9. The number of new vehicles sold in the U.S. in September 2025 (preliminary figures including estimates for GM/Stellantis/Tesla, etc.), aggregated by MarkLines as of October 2, was 1,256,366 units, up 6.2% y/y. The number of sales days in September was 24, one more than in the same month last year. Light vehicle seas...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/02

Hyundai lowers prices on 2026 IONIQ 5 EV line as U.S. EV credits end On October 1, Hyundai Motor America announced substantial pricing reductions across the 2026 IONIQ 5 lineup, reinforcing the brand's commitment to making EVs more accessible and competitive in a rapidly evolving EV market. The repositioning effort includes model price reductions ranging from USD 7,600 to USD 9,800, enabling Hyundai to align with current market dynamics and suppo...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/02

rs will drive and compare these vehicles at a special event in late October. Three finalists will be announced in each category at the Los Angeles Auto Show, and the winners will be announced on January 14, 2026, to open the Detroit Auto Show. 2026 North American Car of the Year Candidates:  Audi A5  Dodge Charger  Honda Prelude  Kia K4 Hatchback  Mercedes-Benz CLA  Nissan Sentra 2026 North American Truck of the Year Candidates:  Ford F-15...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/23

ld outside of Korea. CEO José Muñoz outlined the company’s transformation into a global mobility leader through strategic product expansion, breakthrough electrification technologies and software-defined capabilities that will redefine the automotive experience. Hyundai reaffirmed its target of 5.55 million global sales by 2030, with electrified models expected to reach 3.3 million units, or 60% of the total. ・The hybrid lineup will expand ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/19

Euro NCAP tests 16 new models, Togg and Firefly achieve five-star ratings On September 9, Euro NCAP announced that its experts had tested 16 new models, assessing aspects such as passive safety and the performance of the latest driver assistance systems. The two models from Togg, the electric family saloon T10F and the electric SUV T10X, achieved five-star ratings. The T10F scored 95% for Adult Occupant protection and the T10X scored 94%. Both mo...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

IAA 2025：IAA Mobility 2025 opens in Munich, Germany On September 8, IAA Mobility 2025 opened in Munich, Germany. The event is open to the press on September 8 and to the public on September 9-14. From local German manufacturers, BMW unveiled the new BMW iX3 – the first model based on the Neue Klasse platform. Mercedes-Benz will also debut the new electric version of its all-new GLC D-segment electric SUV. VW Group unveiled ID. Polo, B segment...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/09