Hyundai Veloster C3 Roll Top Concept

Here is a really interesting concept car from the 2012 LA Auto Show; the Hyundai Veloster C3 Roll Top Concept. This Veloster has a canvas convertible top, a truck-like tailgate, an interior made of recycled skateboards and an exterior inspired by a fixed-gear bike, according to Cars.com.

Take a look at some photos below - it's definitely one of a kind! And if you'd like to check out the actual Veloster, view our new Veloster inventory here.

All info and images via Kicking Tires by Cars.com

Burlington Hyundai Subaru Offering Humane Society Calendar with Purchase of New Vehicle

In conjunction with a Humane Society of Chittenden County (HSCC) fundraiser, Burlington Hyundai Subaru is now offering a free “Pin-ups, Pups & Pussycats” calendar with purchase of new Subaru or Hyundai vehicle.

Burlington Hyundai Subaru recently aided the HSCC with a pet adoption day, now they are continuing their partnership by providing the HSCC’s calendar to customers. The HSCC created a calendar that features 11 of their female employees and their shelter photographer alongside 12 local men and their pets in an old-fashioned pin-up calendar for 2013. This is created to raise money for the shelter.

“This calendar challenged the staff to leave their comfort zones and comfort clothes and accept being front and center – rather than behind the scenes of animal care – to promote animal welfare… But in the end, I think one and all would say we had a lot of fun,” wrote HSCC Director of Development & Outreach, Megan Stearns on the HSCC website page dedicated to the calendar.

The calendars are available to purchase at $19.95 each or $16 each when you spend a minimum of $25 on their online Holiday Store, which offers free shipping. The calendar is also available for sale at HSCC and can be ordered by phone or email.

Contributors to the production of the calendar include photographer Kelly Schultze of Mountain Dog Photography, hair and makeup stylist Jessica A. Pelkey of Salon Elixer, wardrobe donations from the Clothing Line and Bella Boutique, design by Suzanne Fey of oh!suzannah and printing by Queen City Printers.

“We are also immensely grateful for the outpouring of support we received from the community at large for this project – especially the dozen men and their pets who posed – and hope that this calendar brings joy to many animal lovers,” wrote Stearns. Steve Kelson, general manager of Burlington Hyundai Subaru participated as one of the 12 men in the calendar shoot alongside his dog Rylee, and is excited to be a part of the program to aid the shelter.

“We’re always eager to help support people in our local community, and with this calendar we can help raise money for animals, which we love. It was definitely an entertaining experience posing for the photos, but we had a lot of fun,” said Kelson, whose picture is featured for February.

If you purchase a new Hyundai or Subaru vehicle from Burlington Hyundai Subaru, request a calendar at the time of purchase to receive the 2013 “Pin-ups, Pups & Pussycats” calendar.

For more information, please contact Steve Kelson at (802) 660-8099 ex. 156 or Megan Stearns at (802) 862-0135 ex. 15 or visit the HSCC calendar website page here.

Hyundai - Best Certified Pre-Owned Program

According to IntelliChoice, the two best certified pre-owned programs in the automotive industry are Hyundai's and Volvo's. IntelliChoice is a provider of automotive cost and value analysis, and being a  certified pre-owned (CPO) vehicle more or less means that the vehicle comes with a warranty and has gone through a vigorous safety inspection.

The IntelliChoice study split CPO programs into two categories; Premium and Popular. Premium had 12 different brands, which included Acura, Audi, BMW, Lexus and Volvo, while Popular had brands like Chrysler, Ford, Honda and Hyundai.

IntelliChoice then analyzed each brand's performance based on a list of criteria, which namely came down to the warranty and inspection processes. For 2012, Volvo took the prize for Premium and Hyundai took the prize for Popular.

Hyundai received a 100-point inspection score and the second-highest warranty score. Also, Hyundai currently offers the longest powertrain coverage of them all at 10 years/100,000 miles.

Interested? Browse our certified pre-owned Hyundai inventory here!


All info via AOL Autos

Hyundai Elantra GT: 2013's Best Automotive Value

Popular Mechanics posted this article on why the Hyundai Elantra GT is the best-value vehicle in 2013. The long and short cover the Elantra GT's practicality alongside its sporty features - originally designed to be just a European vehicle. The GT is also the first Hyundai to use the Driver Selectable Steering Mode (DSSM); letting the driver choose between Comfort, Normal and Sport. The DSSM system has the ability to alter torque buildup through the steering wheel depending on the mode it's in.

The best part: it starts at just over $19K.

Want in on the action? View our Hyundai Elantra GT inventory here.


Info via Popular Mechanics

Hyundai Makes the Rounds with its New Hydrogen Fuel Cell Electric Vehicle

Hyundai has been making the rounds around Europe with its ix35 Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle. Check out this video of Quentin Willson (Top Gear co-host) and his "Hydrogen Journey" below.



Video and info via Hybrid Cars

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport Car Seat Check

Kicking Tires of Cars.com posted a "car seat check" for the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport. For the check, they used a Graco SnugRide 30 rear-facing infant safety seat, a Britax Roundabout convertible child-safety seat and a Graco high-back TurboBooster seat. Before testing, they adjusted the front seats to hold a six-foot driver and five-foot-eight passenger. Here's what they have to say:

The latch system is successful. There are two sets of lower anchors in the seats, which aren't set too deeply but the cushions are firm and block access. The booster seat sits snugly in the slightly-bolstered seats. Kids who are trying to buckle up themselves may have a slight issue since the buckles sink slightly into pockets in the leather.

In the rear-facing position, the convertible seat needed some extra room so the passenger seat had to be moved forward. The five-foot-eight passenger still had comfortable room. In the forward-facing position, the head restraint pushed the seat forward; so either the head restraint must be removed or the seat can be angled slightly back to accommodate the seat.

The infant seat needed more space as well; the front passenger seat had to be moved up once more. Kicking Tires says that two car seats fit comfortably in the second row. This IIHS Top Safety Pick turns out to be a child-friendly vehicle as well :)

If you'd like to take a look, please view our 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport selection here.


Info & image 1 via Kicking Tires
All other images taken in house (Burlington Hyundai, VT)

2013 Hyundai Santa Fe Earns IIHS Top Safety Pick

Announced in October, the 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe received the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's highest honor as a 2012 Top Safety Pick. "Top Safety Pick recognizes vehicles that do the best job of protecting people in moderate overlap frontal, side, rollover and rear impact evaluations. Azera, Elantra, Sonata, Genesis, Equus, Tucson and Santa Fe are all 2012 Top Safety Picks," according to the Hyundai website.

The 2013 Santa Fe has numerous features that helped it earn the accolade. It's equipped with Hyundai's Active Driving and Safety Dynamics technologies, which are there to help drivers avoid accidents by giving them enhanced control in adverse situations. This includes an optional Active Cornering Control AWD system, Vehicle Stability Management System, Hillstart Assist Control and Downhill Brake Control, as well as Hyundai's Driver Selectable Steering Mode; giving the driver three modes to select from - Comfort, Normal and Sport.

"Safety continues to be a top priority at Hyundai, so we are thrilled to see our brand new Santa Fe on this important and prestigious list," said Hyundai's Vice President of Corporate and Product Planning Mike O'Brien. "Hyundai is committed to developing and providing the best in both passive and active safety technologies. This IIHS Top Safety Pick confirms that the Santa Fe is both versatile and a safety leader in its class."


All information via Hyundai