While many models on the market utilize smart keys for seamless vehicle entry and ignition, Hyundai has announced that they have taken the technology one step further with fingerprint recognition sensors. Once implemented, the fingerprint sensors would make equipped Hyundai models more secure than with traditional smart keys. The first model slated to receive the new technology is the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe which is scheduled for release sometime in the first part of 2019. Read the rest of this entry >>

The tallies are in and the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe took home top honors at the 13th annual AutoJudge Awards at the 2018 SEMA trade show in Las Vegas. After test driving a variety of promising SUV models over the course of the year, a panel of automotive journalists selected the 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe as the SUV of the Year. Read the rest of this entry >>

In a continuing collaboration with Marvel that started with the Hyundai Veloster appearing in Ant Man and the Wasp, Hyundai has created an Iron Man-inspired version of their Hyundai Kona for the Marvel booth at San Diego Comic-Con 2018. What makes this collaboration really special is that Hyundai has announced that they have plans to release the Kona Iron Man Edition for a limited run, so Marvel and Hyundai fans can actually have a chance at owning one. See photos below. Read the rest of this entry >>

In a previous blog, we walked you through how to set up Apple CarPlay in your Hyundai vehicle. Today, we are going to walk you through pairing your Apple or Android phone to the Bluetooth system in your Hyundai to open up even more connectivity options. Find step-by-step guides for how to pair your smartphones below. Read the rest of this entry >>

If the name Hyundai Kona doesn’t seem familiar to you, that’s because it is a brand-new crossover from Hyundai that just dropped into dealerships like Auffenberg Hyundai of Cape Girardeau this month. Perfect for the young-professional on-the-go, the 2018 Kona is compact enough to offer excellent handling and fuel economy but built with enough versatility to haul outdoor gear on a weekend trip. Find information on the 2018 Kona’s trim levels and starting price below.

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Hyundai has big plans for Super Bowl LII. As the official car and SUV of the NFL, Hyundai will be trying to top their hugely successful Operation Better campaign that aired after Super Bowl LI last year. Read the rest of this entry >>

Hyundai Veloster fans will get a sneak peak of the 2019 model before its release in the new Marvel “Ant-Man and the Wasp” blockbuster set for release in July. This is a perfect partnership for Hyundai as the Veloster model is a great fit for young and adventurous car shoppers who are likely to be seeing the film. Learn more about how the 2019 Hyundai Veloster will be featured below. Read the rest of this entry >>

The 2018 Hyundai Elantra is a budget-friendly sedan that car shoppers in all price points should consider. However, if your budget is tight you are likely considering one of the first two trim levels on the 2018 Elantra to keep the costs as low as possible. So is the base trim enough or will you need to spend a little more out of the gate to get a vehicle you can really enjoy? Find out below in this 2018 Hyundai Elantra SE trim vs SEL trim comparison presented to you by the Chris Auffenberg Family of Dealerships in Cape Girardeau, MO.