Heritage
Progress does not happen by chance, it is shaped by history.
At the beginning, there was a man with the determination to give his country and his children a new perspective. That’s why Chung Ju-yung founded Hyundai, and that’s what shapes us to this day.
Establishment of the Hyundai Engineering and Construction Company
In 1947, the Hyundai Engineering and Construction Company was founded. The name ‘Hyundai’ means ‘modern times’, deriving from the Korean word ‘Hyun’ (현) which means ‘modern’ or ‘present’ and ‘Dai’ (대) which refers to ‘era’ or ‘generation’.
Early 2000s
By the turn of the millennium, Hyundai had begun to overhaul its image in order to establish itself as a world-class brand, investing heavily in the quality, design and manufacturing of its. The first SUV, the Santa Fe, was launched in 2000 and its success led to the introduction of the Tucson in 2004.
2010s and beyond: pioneers in future mobility
Throughout the 2010s, Hyundai has increasingly turned its attention towards environmentally friendly vehicles and technology. Going forward, the company aims to lead the pollution-free mobility era by improving fuel efficiency and seeking new energy possibilities.
Some make announcements. We build.
While some car brands just announce sustainable cars, Hyundai has already brought three zero-emission cars onto the road. Recently, we launched our next-generation Fuel Cell electric vehicle: the Nexo. We also introduced Europe’s first fully-electric sub-compact SUV with the Kona Electric. Furthermore, the new IONIQ Electric offers an extended driving range, reaching distances of up to 294 km. And we won’t stop here. Electric awaits. Next Awaits.