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2012 Hyundai Veloster Tech by REMIX

The third Veloster by REMIX to be displayed at the 2011 SEMA Show is for those who do not like Gaming or Music, but just appreciate having the latest technology in their car. The Veloster Tech features a BASF Alpine White paint job combined with Custom Alpine White & Gloss Black headlights, a gloss black exterior trim and exhaust, smoked taillights and reflectors, an Alpine White rear diffuser, and LED puddle lights. The exterior is finished off with a new set of 19-inch TSW rotary forged RF9 wheels, also in white.

The interior of the Veloster Tech continues with the white theme from the exterior with white Vinyl & Suede seats, dash, and door panels, white LED Lighting, a white suede headliner, white floor mats, and Alpine White painted trim pieces.

As for the technological additions, REMIX has added a long list of accessories that would fit well in someone’s home, but the company has strategically placed them into the Veloster to turn it into a rolling media frenzy. It starts off with a Mac Mini with LED illuminated On/Off switch, an RFID reader, and Samsung Galaxy 7-inch tablets, controlled by a wireless keyboard & mouse connected to their custom ports. Owners can make calls off of their included LG 3D thrill phone or sit back and catch their favorite show on the 40-inch Samsung LED 3D TV with Samsung 3D Blu-Ray player & eight pairs of 3D glasses. Don;t have your favorite movie? Record your own with your new Panasonic 3D camcorder. All of these accessories can be controlled by the new Universal Remote MX-6000.

With a setup like this, living in your car may not be so bad.

2012 Hyundai Veloster Music by REMIX

If Gaming is not your thing, but you do appreciate good music, then REMIX has also prepared the perfect Veloster for you. Called Veloster Music, the new car features a BASF matte black paint combined with matte black headlights, gloss Hyundai logos & trim and smoked taillights. The final touch for the exterior has been given by a new set of 19-inch Privat Legende wheels in graphite.

The interior has received black Vinyl & Suede dash & door panels, red leather seats, black Suede headliner with guitar mount, red painted trim, red LED lighting and red stitched steering wheel.

But the most impressive updates have been made in the Audio - Video section. In here the tuner has added Numark NS6 DJ Controller with Serato Itch, 15-inch MacBook Pro colored by Colorware, Three JL audio HD aps, six 6.5-inch JL Audio Evolution ZR Component, speakers with Tweeter, two 5.25-inch JL Audio Coaxial speakers, JL Audio CleanSweep, two iPads, customized Odyssey laptop mount, Pioneer HDJ-2000 headphones colored by Colorware, Fender FSR Stratocaster guitar, Vox Stainless Amp, Monster Rock guitar cable, iRig Mobile Guitar Amp and iPhone 4S.

UPDATE 11/07/2011: We have added live images from the SEMA Show. Check them out in the picture gallery!

2012 Hyundai Veloster Gaming by REMIX

When Hyundai unveiled the new Veloster they announced it has been designed with young clientele in mind. And, as just another proof that this car can be very playful, the company has unveiled at the SEMA Show three customized Hyundai Velosters designed by RIDES Magazine. The cars represent the passion points of music, technology and gaming.

The first one, Veloster Gaming features a very cool BASF Envy Green paint combined with custom Satin Black & Envy Green headlights and smoked rear taillights. There is also minor body kit that includes front lip, side skirts and rear bumper mesh vents but also a Ferrari 458-insipired three-pipe exhaust. The car sits on a new set of 19-inch Monotec T10 forged wheels with Envy Green brake calipers.

But the most impressive changes have been made on the interior. In here the tuner has added black vinyl, carbon fiber & Suede seats, dash & door panels, Sparco Road Chrono racing seats, green stitched steering wheel, Black Suede headliner and Envy Green painted trim pieces.

And because this is a "Gaming" car it has received a 40-inch Samsung LED 3D TV, motorized platform with Xbox360 custom colored by Colorware, four custom controllers, Xbox360 controller charging base, video game holder, Kinect motion sensor, JL Audio HD amplifier & evolution speakers, Green LED lighting and two 7-inch monitors molded in rear seat back.

2012 Hyundai Stratus Sprinter: "Countess of Siberia"

From the minds of Hyundai Design North America, their official entry to the LA Auto Show Design Challenge features prominently in the action thriller “Countess of Siberia.”

As a vampire, Countess Elena has been walking the streets of the world since 1829. Armed with super-human senses and the ability to be a night-traveler, Elena was recruited to be a member of the Soviet spy network in World War II.

Since then, the Elena has undertaken a mission of protecting freedom and justice in the world while also curtailing the hazards of communism. To aid her in the constant quest for justice, Elena uses two vehicles at her disposal: the Hyundai Stratus Sprinter and the DB Atlant Airship. Just like her, the two vehicles offer plenty of unique features that make them a trustworthy companion for the crime-fighting vampire. The Stratus, for one, is capable of light combat and is armed and ready to tussle on just about any road surface it runs on. Meanwhile, the Atlanta Airship goes where the Status is ill-equipped to travel. It remains hidden in the sky to avoid detection and is used whenever Countess Elena needs to travel through waters to save some poor soul from the clutches of tyranny and oppression.

2012 Hyundai Genesis Hurricane SC

The Genesis Hurricane SC made its debut today at the SEMA Show next to a very impressive Hyundai line-up. The new model has been developed in cooperation with Magnuson Products, Rhys Millen Racing, Harman International and Torvec Inc. and is just another proof of how cool the Genesis Coupe can be.

Magnuson was responsible for the engine upgrades. They have equipped the 3.8 liter V-6 engine with a liquid to air intercooler for a total output of more than 450 HP. Torvec Inc. has been developing its IsoTorque differential with improved handling and traction capability.

Rhys Millen Racing (RMR) was responsible for the exterior. They added a new front bumper, grille, hood, side skirts, diffuser, and rear deck with spoiler. The car has also received high performance 19-inch wheel and tire assemblies, a RMR free flowing exhaust system, and an air intake.

The interior gets a Harman International high level Lexicon audio system, custom premium leather, and suede seats accented with blue inserts.

UPDATE 11/07/2011: We have added live images from the SEMA Show. Check them out in the picture gallery!

2012 Hyundai Genesis Coupe RM500 by Rhys Millen Racing

The most powerful Genesis Coupe right now is powered by a 3.8 liter V6 engine that delivers 306 HP, but things are about to change. Hyundai and Rhys Millen Racing have teamed up for their fourth year collaboration to introduce the new RM500. The Hyundai Genesis Coupe RM500 by Rhys Millen Racing uses Hyundai’s most powerful engine: the 5.0-liter Tau V8.

This monstrous engine has been combined with a custom RMR stainless exhaust with GReddy rear section muffler, titanium tips, oil cooler, and rear differential cooler. These carefully chosen accessories team up to squeeze out an impressive 450 HP from the powerful V8 engine. Now that’s the kind of output a sports coupe like this deserves.

"The RMR RM500 Genesis Coupe is a natural home to showcase the performance capabilities of the powerful Tau V8 engine, available in the 2012 Genesis sedan," said Mike O’Brien, Vice President, Product and Corporate Planning, Hyundai Motor America. "Rhys Millen Racing has taken the Tau’s power and the Coupe’s tuner-friendly driving architecture to create a true show-stopper for SEMA this year."

UPDATE 11/01/2011: This review has been updated with the official images and specs.

UPDATE 11/01/2011: We have added live images from the 211 SEMA Auto Show. Check them out in the picture gallery!

Hyundai announces new 204 HP turbo engine

Shortly after Hyundai unveiled the Veloster at the 2011 Detroit Auto Show it was rumored that the small sports coupe will also get a turbo version. Today the company has officially announced the new Gamma 1.6 T-GDI engine, however, without offering a confirmation if this is or not the engine to be used in the future Veloster Turbo.

The Gamma 1.6 T-GDI engine was developed over a period of 52 months and cost 69.5 billion. According to Hyundai it delivers the best performance figures in its class: it delivers a total of 204 HP and a peak torque of 195 lb-ft.

This incredible figure have been obtained using an exhaust manifold integrated turbocharger with twin scroll, air guided intercooler, direct fuel injection system and dual CVVT.

"Due to stricter environmental regulations and policies that vary from nation to nation, competition in the development of powertrains and other core technologies is intensifying," said Woong-Chul Yang, Hyundai Motor Co. Vice Chairman. "Hyundai Motor will accelerate its efforts to develop future powertrains that feature high-performance and eco-friendly engines and transmissions."

2011 Hyundai Genesis Coupe by Enjuku Racing

Ladies and gentlemen, the run-up to the 2011 SEMA show this November is on its last two weeks and we’re already getting a lot of fresh reveals leading up to it. Oddly enough, a lot of what we’ve been getting over the past few days have centered around projects on a certain Korean automaker - that being Hyundai. The latest project to come out of the shops and into the stage comes from no less than Enjuku Racing.

For those who don’t know, Enjuku Racing is more popularly known for their participation in Formula Drift, but they also have the find hands for aftermarket projects, which is exactly what they did to this Hyundai Genesis Coupe.

The SEMA-bound Genesis Coupe is being fitted with a room full of new elements, including a modified chassis, BC Racing BR-Type coilovers, custom headers, a new exhaust system, and a set of 19" BC Racing TA02 wheels. Most importantly, Enjuku Racing transplanted supercharged LS1 powertrain to take the place of the Genesis Coupe’s existing all-aluminum, 306-horsepower, DOHC 3.8-liter V6 engine.

Once Enjuku Racing finishes the build, the company has plans to unveil the tuned-up sports car at SEMA where it will be displayed in the BC Racing Suspension and Wheels booth.

We’re actually a little surprised that not a lot of tuning companies have taken stabs at modifying the Hyundai Genesis Coupe. But Enjuku Racing hopes to change all that with what is shaping up to be a beastly program for the South Korean sportscar.

UPDATE 11/07/2011: We have added live images from the SEMA Show. Find them in the picture gallery.

2012 Hyundai Veloster by ARK Performance

Hyundai has unveiled today at the SEMA Show the Veloster by ARK Performance and what a surprise we had! We have never expected to see a Veloster looking that good. But it happened! And the Veloster revealed today in Las Vegas is really a head turner!

"The Hyundai Veloster is an ideal car for enthusiasts with its distinctive design and dynamic architecture," said Ted Lee, owner, ARK Performance Inc. "At SEMA, our ARK Performance Veloster will bridge the realm between an affordable sports car and an extreme motor sports vehicle. From the first Tiburon, to the Genesis Coupe, and now with the Veloster, ARK Performance continues to uphold the torch as the pioneer of aftermarket performance manufacturing for Hyundai."

ARK Performance is offering several modifications for the the exterior and interior of the Veloster, but have also added many engine upgrades that will surely boost performance.

Updated 11/01/2011: This review has been updated with the official images and specifications. A video has also been added, enjoy!

UPDATE 11/07/2011: We have added live images from the SEMA Show. Find them in the picture gallery.

Hit the jump to read more about the Hyundai Veloster by ARK Performance.

2012 Hyundai i30 (Elantra Touring)

Just four years after its first unveiling, the Hyundai i30 has entered its second generation with its debut at the Frankfurt Motor Show. The i30 shares its platform with the Kia C’eed and the new generation benefits from Hyundai’s latest "fluidic sculpture" – the company’s distinctive design DNA.

Ever since its debut in 2007, there has been over 360,000 i30 units sold in Europe - making the i30 one of the most successful models on the market, but Hyundai hopes to improve upon that number with the new generation.

Allan Rushforth, Senior Vice President and COO of Hyundai Motor Europe, commented: "We expect the new-generation i30 to play a significant role in developing our sales and brand image in Europe, taking on the leading vehicles in the C-segment and joining the all-new i40 as a brand ambassador and quality benchmark for Hyundai."

Hit the jump to read more about the new Hyundai i30.