Hyundai Awards

Johannesburg, 29 January 2026 – The Hyundai SANTA FE Hybrid has been officially announced as a 2026 Car of the Year Finalist by the South African Guild of Mobility Journalists (SAGMJ), cementing its place as one of the country’s most compelling and forward-thinking SUVs. Launched in May 2025 as Hyundai’s first hybrid model in South […]

Leatherhead, January 22, 2026 – Hyundai has continued its remarkable run of success at the What Car? Awards, securing two prestigious accolades for its standout models: the multi-award-winning SANTA FE and the all-new IONIQ 6 N. The SANTA FE has been named Seven-seat SUV of the Year, while the IONIQ 6 N has earned the […]

Midrand, 13 November 2025 Hyundai Automotive South Africa marked a momentous milestone in its history with a prestigious Gala Dinner at Gallagher Estate, celebrating 25 years of growth, innovation and customer excellence. The event brought together Hyundai’s global and local leadership, former executives, government representatives and key corporate partners — all united in recognising how […]

Johannesburg, 30 October 2025 – Hyundai Automotive South Africa marks a significant milestone this year: 25 years of delivering quality, innovation, and reliability to South African drivers. Over this quarter-century journey, the brand has amassed more than 70 prestigious motoring awards, a testament to its enduring commitment to excellence. “It is humbling to be recognized […]

DELHI, INDIA – 20 May 2025: Hyundai Automotive South Africa has driven home a major global accolade, being named the 2025 Best Distributor of the Year at the prestigious Hyundai Motor Company Global Service Seminar held in Delhi, India. This recognition underscores the company’s relentless commitment to service excellence, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction within […]

The Hyundai Santa Fe has been named the World’s Best Car for 2025 by the esteemed panel of Women’s Worldwide Car of the Year (WWCOTY) judges. The announcement coincides with International Women’s Day, a momentous occasion that highlights achievements across industries, including the automotive sector. A distinguished jury of 82 women motoring journalists from 55 […]

Leatherhead, 20 September 2024 – Hyundai’s prowess in the fleet sector has been reaffirmed with two prestigious accolades at the 2024 Business Car Awards, a celebration that highlights the finest in fleet vehicles and operators across the UK. The popular Hyundai KONA triumphed in the fiercely contested Best Compact SUV category, while the dynamic IONIQ […]

Hyundai has been named the “most innovative volume brand” in the Autonomous Driving & Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) category by the Center of Automotive Management (CAM). This prestigious recognition, awarded during the 2023/2024 AutomotiveINNOVATIONS Awards, is a testament to Hyundai’s commitment to pioneering the future of mobility. The company also secured the position of […]

Hyundai Motor Group is swiftly advancing its electric vehicle (EV) strategy, underscored by significant recognitions, including a series of victories at the World Car of the Year awards. The Kia EV9 took center stage at the 2024 World Car Awards on March 27, securing the prestigious titles of 2024 World Car of the Year and […]

Hyundai Motor Company has been recognized yet again for its innovative design competitiveness by winning six top honours at the 2023 Good Design Awards in America, including four in the Transportation category and two in the Interactive Media category. Notably, Hyundai’s N Vision 74 “rolling lab” achieved a global design awards “grand slam”. “We feel […]