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Hyundai, Kia win multiple awards from major
U.S. auto publications
By Chang
Dong-woo, Yonhap News Agency - Key vehicle models of Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia
Corp. have won a series of awards from major American automotive publications,
strengthening their brand competitiveness in the United States, according to
the automakers Friday.
At Car and
Driver magazine's 2026 Editors' Choice Awards, a total of 17 models from
Hyundai and Kia were selected as best-in-class vehicles, the companies said in
a press release.
Hyundai's
Palisade sport utility vehicle (SUV) was named best in its segment for the
seventh consecutive year, earning high marks for its design and a wide range of
convenience features.
The Palisade
was also named Best Large Utility Vehicle at MotorWeek's 2026 Drivers' Choice
Awards. Kia's K4 sedan was selected as Best Family Car by MotorWeek.
At Cars.com's
2026 Best of Awards, Hyundai's Santa Fe and Santa Fe Hybrid were named Best
Family Car, while Kia's EV9 was selected as Best Electric Vehicle.
A Hyundai
Motor Group official said the automakers will continue to strengthen their
competitiveness in the U.S. market and other major global markets.
Source: https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20260206003300320?input=2106m
