Hyundai and Kia Achieve Record Sales in the U.S. for September
Hyundai and Kia reported record sales figures in the U.S. for September, driven by strong demand for SUVs and hybrids.
Hyundai and Kia reported record sales figures in the U.S. for September, driven by strong demand for SUVs and hybrids.
Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Corp. have announced record sales in the United States for the month of September, reflecting a robust demand for their vehicles.
Hyundai Motor America reported selling 77,439 vehicles, marking a 9% increase compared to the same month last year. This figure represents the highest sales recorded for September in the company's history. Notably, the Palisade SUV saw a remarkable 52% increase in sales year-on-year, alongside other models like the Sonata and Tucson, which also experienced double-digit growth.
In parallel, Kia America achieved its best-ever September sales, with a total of 77,009 units sold, an 18% increase from the previous year. Popular models contributing to this success included the Seltos, Niro, and Telluride.
The strong performance of both automakers not only highlights their growing market presence in the U.S. but also positively impacts South Korea's export figures, reinforcing the importance of the automotive sector to the national economy.
