Thursday, August 30, 2012

Stop in this weekend for our Labor Day Giveaway!

Congrats team on these great reviews!

steph2671
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Aug 30, 2012
Joel was very helpful in helping me decide whether the Sonata or Santa Fe was the right vehicle for me right now. I visited the dealership 3 times before making my decision and each time Joel was there more as a "helper" than a salesperson, which I appreciated. Shopping for a car is always dreadful! Dealing with pushy sales people and haggling over the price is time consuming and frustrating. This was my first car buying experience that was neither time consuming or frustrating! I chose the car I wanted, 2013 Sonata, left the dealership asking Joel to work up pricing and get back to me. He then worked with the GM, Todd Collins to come up with what I consider a great deal! All the negotiations were done via text which allowed me to continue with my busy life and not sit at the dealership. I then submitted my application online and Joel contacted a few hours later and told me to come pick up my car. Once I arrived all paperwork was completed and ready for me to sign! I would highly recommend visiting Checkered Flag Hyundai and asking for Joel!!

victorp
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Aug 30, 2012

bwinther88
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Aug 30, 2012

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

Hyundai Equus Limousine Security

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If you thought that ArmorTech is going only after luxurious German sedans and a few SUVs, you’re wrong, because the company has just teamed up with Hyundai in order to create the Equus Limousine Security. According to the two companies, the model in question is 5,46 meters long and it weighs 3,840 kg (8,465 lb), being fully compliant with the VR7 protection level .

The Hyundai Equus Limousine Security by ArmorTech is powered by a large 5.0 liter Tau V8 engine which is developing a total output of 430 horsepower (429 PS / 316 kW) at 6,400 rpm and it has a peak torque of 509 Nm, available at 5,000 rpm. The unit is mated to an eight-speed automatic transmission which is sending power to the rear-wheel drive. More details on the Hyundai Equus Limousine Security will be announced between the 31st of August and the 9th of September in Russia, when the model will be officially presented to the public during the Moscow Motor Show.

Courtesy of In Auto News

Congrats Don and Jim on these great reviews!

Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Hyundai Santa Fe - Top ten all-new 2013 models

Los Angeles, CA – August 22, 2012 – The 2013 model year is shaping up to be a pivotal moment for the automotive industry. With over 30 all-new vehicles arriving in showrooms Total Car Score today announced what it considers to be the Top 10 New Cars for 2013.

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Total Car Score’s list of the top 10 new models includes vehicles that are either all-new nameplates or existing models that have been completely redesigned for the 2013 model year.

“The average American consumer is driving an 11-year-old car. A huge slice of the public has held off on replacing their vehicles because of economic uncertainty. That means an unprecedented level of pent-up demand,” said Karl Brauer, Editor in Chief of Total Car Score. “This will eventually lead to a flurry of sales as consumers replace their worn-out cars with new ones.”

Brauer added, “Automakers are well aware of this situation, and know the rising pressure on consumers will inevitably break loose with a flurry of buying activity. When this happens, every carmaker wants to be positioned to capture new vehicle shoppers with enticing cars, trucks and SUVs.”

The 2013 model year marks a significant effort by automakers to reinvent volume products, as well as introduce all-new cars, in a bid to capture market share. The following 10 vehicles represent the most significant models landing in dealer showrooms this fall, according to the editorial team at Total Car Score.

Hyundai Santa Fe -- MSRP: $24,000-$30,000

The 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe comes in two flavors: the 5-passenger Sport and 7-passenger extended wheelbase model, the latter of which will hit showrooms in January. The new crossover represents Hyundai’s effort to raise sales volume in the profitable large SUV market.

Courtesy of TotalCarScore

Monday, August 27, 2012

2012 Hyundai Genesis 3.8 sedan: overachiever on a budget

The Hyundai Genesis 3.8 sedan is a humble overachiever. It is a large car that has it all, or most of it – spacious cabin, advanced engineering, technologies that enhance without frustration, 333-horsepower and stellar fuel economy. Fully loaded, its sticker price is at least $20,000 less than a comparably equipped European sedan, yet the Genesis defines luxury.

It compares with such cars as the Chrysler 300, Nissan Maxima and Toyota Avalon. And sizewise it meets or exceeds the Audi A6, BMW 5-Series, Lexus GS and Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

The rear-wheel-drive Genesis is sold in V-6 and two V-8 models. Starting prices range from $35,075 to $47,375 for the 429-hp, 5.0 R-Spec – all with an eight-speed Shiftronic automatic transmission with manual mode.

The test car, with both big factory option packages, was $43,910. This car has so much standard equipment that it seems silly to charge $35 for an iPod cable, but as equipped, the test car was full luxury.

Five years ago the exterior styling would have been radical. Today it is functional and that’s part of what gives this car such an accommodating demeanor. The sightlines are completely open and predictable, yet Hyundai includes front and rear parking sensors. The rearview camera, part of the Premium package ($4,800) gives a big view with guidance lines. And the snug, 36-foot turning circle is another appreciated facilitator in curling into and out of parking spaces.

Courtesy of UT San Diego

Thursday, August 23, 2012

Congrats Michelle on you new iPad!

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Michelle Litterini is the winner of a new iPad! She was randomly selected out of those who participated in our Checkered Flag Hyundai TV commercial shoot. 

Congratulations Michelle!

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