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

 

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/

 

 

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

 

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

 

 

 

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?

 

idk about that, but its good for aero and mpg

 

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