kyoo

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nice read up. was hoping for some track time comparisons, but im sure they're coming

moparfan

Biermann is now top dog at Hyundai R&D.

"...Hyundai Motor Group is shaking things up by adding more non-Korean executives to its ranks. The most significant move yet is the installation of Albert Biermann -- aka the man behind the Kia Stinger and Veloster N -- as the head of research and development, according to a report Wednesday by Automotive News.

Biermann's promotion may reflect a new direction for the world's fifth largest car maker, which as a family-owned business has typically hired Koreans. Biermann joined Hyundai Motor Group, which includes Kia, back in in 2015 after serving as the vice president of engineering for BMW's M division. He was joined by fellow BMW expat Thomas Schemera earlier in 2018..."



https://www.cnet.com/google-amp/news...mann-promoted/

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jayevo23

I hope they bring over the I30n. Read somewhere that there was 3-4 month waiting list for it over in Germany

moparfan

https://www.motortrend.com/cars/hyun...t-test-review/

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barneyb

I wonder about the plastic panels, not only on the underside of this car, but on the undersides of practically all new cars. The makers are creating a compartment between the panel and the floorboards. Will this keep moisture and salt away from the body or trap it there?

WarmMilk

iTrader: (1)

idk about that, but its good for aero and mpg

kyoo

iTrader: (29)

a smidge disappointed in the stamped steel, but it is what it is. i would def want to coat that. man i would love this car in my fleet. veloster N for dd, evo for track days, m3 for autox/cruising... perfect

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