Monday, November 24, 2014

Popular Mechanics Names the 2015 Hyundai Genesis Luxury Car of the Year

Popular Mechanics Luxury Car of the Year - 2015 Hyundai Genesis
The 2015 Genesis - available now at Burlington Hyundai!
The 2015 Hyundai Genesis has just earned the title of "Luxury Car of the Year" by Popular Mechanics in lieu of their annual Car of the Year Awards.

“The Hyundai Genesis ought to have the Germans and everyone else worried. This time around, Hyundai knows that intangibles make all the difference in the realm of luxury sedans, where all the cars are good,” said editors at Popular Mechanics in the Hyundai press release. “The Genesis, right now, is in a sweet spot.”

Popular Mechanics Luxury Car of the Year - 2015 Hyundai Genesis The editors over at Popular Mechanics test drive several makes and models before deciding which vehicle will claim the award. According to the Hyundai press release, the editors look for cars that "raise the game, standout and are both excellent to drive and important this year."

The best part? We have the all-new Genesis in stock now. Shop online for your new 2015 Genesis here!

All information and image 2 via Hyundai, image 1 of our in-stock 2015 Genesis

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

Should you Buy Winter Tires, Studded Tires, or All-Season Tires?

Winter Tire Guide

Studded vs. Winter vs. All-season:


Studded tires are best only on ice and when temperatures are near freezing. The pros are that they stop faster than any other tire on ice in freezing temperatures, and they "chew up" the ice on the roads, which benefits both you and other drivers driving on the same icy roads. The negative side of that is while they chew up ice, they're not very good on the roads when there isn't any ice present. Studded tires aren't as effective as regular winter tires on snowy or slushy roads, they're illegal in a few starts and they're pretty noisy.

As for winter tires they perform well in all winter conditions, not just ice. Since they have that deeper tread, slush and snow are able to fall out of the tire as it rotates, thus causing less build up. The noise level is about the same for winter tires as it is for all-season tires, but a drawback can be that their regulation is misleading; it's best to buy your winter tires from a trusted source so that you're clear on the quality of your tires.

So which one is best for you? Since studded tires are better designed to handle icy roads, which are more prominent on the coast, you're probably better off using regular winter tires unless you live in a place that generally has sleek icy roads as opposed to snowy and slushy. If you appreciate less noise, you should definitely go with winter tires, and since we live in a place with very unpredictable autumn and spring weather, winter tires are usually the way to go.

All-season tires are an entirely different kind of tire. All-season tires are designed to perform in, well, all seasons, meaning that they're mostly effective in most driving conditions. They are a type of "tire compromise". All-season tires do particularly well in rain and on dry roads, but they're not prepared for the winter because the rubber that's on them isn't designed for less than 45 degree weather. When you drive in the cold, the rubber on all-seasons gets hard, making it easier for you to slide on the road in cold temperatures, as opposed to winter tires, which have rubber that keeps soft in the coldest temperatures.

For more information, take advantage of our online Tire Selector, Winter Tire Guide or Tire Frequently Asked Questions pages!

Tuesday, November 11, 2014

Burlington Hyundai Military Rebate Program

Burlington Hyundai Military Rebate

Overview:

Receive an additional $500 off all 2014 and all 2015 model year new Hyundai vehicles.

The Details:

Receive an additional $500 off all 2014 and all 2015 model year new Hyundai vehicles distributed by Hyundai Motor America.

Customers (or spouse) must be Active Duty, Reservists/National Guard, Veteran with Honorable Discharge, or on Retired status in the U.S. Military at the commencement of the program period.

Active, Veteran, or Retired U.S. Military for this program are defined as customers serving or having served in the United States Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, Navy, National Guard, or Reserves.

Contact us for details on eligibility, or check out the full military rebate offer on our website here.

This offer is good from October 1, 2014 through January 2, 2015.

Monday, November 3, 2014

2015 Santa Fe Lineup Offers New Features, Revised Steering and Suspension Tuning

2015 Hyundai Santa Fe
The seven-passenger 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe
The 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe and Santa Fe Sport are beginning to arrive at dealerships, and they are fully equipped with new standard features, revised steering and updated suspension systems. The award-winning Santa Fe keeps its affordable price tag with the 2015 model starting at $24,950 plus the $875 freight charge.

The Santa Fe's new steering system features an upgraded "Sport" setting that offers firmer steering, with improved front-wheel bushings that enhance steering feel. The 2015 model will still offer either a front- or all-wheel drive, as well as seating for five or seven passengers (as with the previous model).

2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
The five-passenger 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport
New standard features include daytime running lights, a blind-spot mirror and automatic up/down front windows, while new colors include Sparking Silver and Platinum Graphite. The 2015 Santa Fe now offers an available power Hands-Free Smart Liftgate with Auto Open, which gives convenience by opening when the driver simply stands within a few feet of the rear bumper with their key in their purse or pocket; great for when your hands are full!

The all-new model is available now at Burlington Hyundai, be sure to check out our 2015 Santa Fe inventory today!


All information and images via Hyundai