Category: Consumer Corner
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Hyundai Motor Company Teases First Image of IONIQ 5
Image previews fundamental shift in BEV design approach IONIQ 5 features signature ‘Parametric Pixels’ and eco-friendly elements to offer distinctive design experience Hyundai’s dedicated BEV lineup brand provides all-new enhanced customer experiences through advanced mobility solutions New series of teaser videos showcase IONIQ 5’s Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) technology that functions as a general power supply and…
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CES 2021 Opens with Innovation and Technology for a Better Future
Arlington, VA — Jan 12, 2021 The first-ever, all-digital CES® 2021, owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, opened its full digital experience to audiences around the world. Following a day of exclusive, media-only press conferences and a keynote from Verizon Chairman and CEO Hans Vestberg on Jan. 11, this transformational event provides audiences with a front…
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5 Ways to Extend Your Android Smartphone’s Battery Life
Smartphone batteries don’t last forever, and some devices have an almost-embarrassing screen-on time. Those big, luscious AMOLED and LCD screens and taxing apps are an obvious drain on your battery, but there are lots of things you can do behind-the-scenes to make your Android last longer. Let’s explore how to increase battery on your…
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KIA READIES TO TURN PAGE ON 2020, CELEBRATING THE NEW YEAR IN TIMES SQUARE
All-New Sorento SUV Transported the Iconic “2021” Numerals from California to Times Square for the Ball Drop, Will Shuttle Frontline Workers to Times Square to Ring in the New Year New creative campaign, “The World’s First Storytelling Machine,” featuring the all-new Sorento will air during Dick Clark’s New Year’s Rockin’ Eve with Ryan Seacrest 2021…
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2021 Nissan NV200 Compact Cargo on sale now with $23,530 starting MSRP
QUICK TAKE: The only compact van1 to offer standard Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™2 7.0-inch color display audio touchscreen – largest in the segment3 Standard 2.0-liter 16-valve DOHC 4-cylinder engine rated at 131 horsepower and 139 lb-ft of torque Fuel economy4 rated 24 mpg city, 26 mpg highway and 25 mpg combined Offers America’s best commercial van…
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Hyundai Elantra Named Finalist For 2021 North American Car of the Year™
Dramatic four-door-coupe look comes to life with “Parametric Dynamics” design theme Segment-first wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™ Segment-first Hyundai Digital Key More than 50 MPG combined fuel EPA estimated economy rating on first-ever Elantra Hybrid Elantra N and Elantra N Line performance models added to the family FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Dec. 17, 2020 –…
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KIA K5 AND TELLURIDE EARN 2021 EDMUNDS “TOP RATED” AWARDS
All-new K5 Wins Sedan Segment; Telluride is again Top-Rated SUV K5 shocks the market with emotional design and luxurious ride quality Telluride continues historic run with proven capability and strong value IRVINE, Calif., December 17, 2020 – The Kia K5 has been named “Edmunds Top Rated Sedan” in the 2021 Edmunds Top Rated Awards. Joining…
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Hyundai Motor’s Mini ’45’ EV Puts Emotions in Motion
Hyundai Motor reveals details of mini EV equipped with Emotion Adaptive Vehicle Control (EAVC) technology AI-based technology optimizes vehicle environment based on driver’s mood EAVC-equipped mini EV supports treatment of young patients at the Hospital Sant Joan Deu Barcelona through ‘Little Big e-Motion’ project SEOUL, December 14, 2020 – Hyundai Motor Company unveiled details of its…
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Every Step Counts – Toyota Releases its 2020 North American Environmental Report
PLANO, Texas (December 15, 2020) – Toyota endeavors to help address major environmental issues facing the global community, such as climate change, water scarcity, resource depletion and habitat loss. To minimize environmental impact across its business and maximize positive outcomes, Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) has focused its 2020 environmental sustainability efforts on five key areas…
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Honda Launches Pre-Owned Initiative, Adding Used-Vehicle Inventory to HondaCertified.com
Honda has launched an enhanced sales portal to include non-certified used-vehicle inventory on HondaCertified.com as the latest step in the brand’s effort to simplify the shopping and vehicle purchasing process for first-time buyers. This initiative makes Honda the first mass-market brand to offer non-certified pre-owned vehicles for sale on its own website. Rising new-vehicle transaction prices…