Hyundai hits 1 millionth car in Africa

The vehicle that’s being hailed as ‘1 million’ is a Hyundai Avante – also known in the US in its alias, the Elantra – was fitted with all the ornaments and knick-knacks, which included flowers and pink ribbons, befitting a car of its status.

It’s a remarkable achievement for a company that began exporting its cars in Africa back in 1966 when it sent 207 cars in the continent. Since that time, Hyundai has become the second most popular car in Africa, trailing only Japan’s Toyota.

When the Avante finally hits destination on Egypt, it would be the culmination of 43 years of blood, sweat and tears for Hyundai. Ever since the company first sent a Pony to Liberia in ’66, the manufacturer has waited long and hard for its millionth vehicle in the continent.

It’s been a long wait, alright. But if we’re to speak in behalf of Hyundai, we’d say that the wait was well worth it.