Thursday, August 30, 2012

Fans! We are celebrating our 15 year anniversary this September.

Celebrate with us! For the month of September we are including tax, title, and license with the purchase of any pre-owned car. Also, if you mention our 15th anniversary during September you get $15 off any regularly priced service!

Friday, August 24, 2012

Thank you for the great review!

"Thank you,Automax and special thanks to Sales Manager,Danny Haithcock! The service was great and all involved went above and beyond to meet my car buying needs and wants. My overall experience was comfortable and reassuring. You guys rock!!! Thanks! I'm loving my Hyundai Sonata!!!:-)" -Pat

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Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Hyundai Grassroots Movement

Our most powerful engine is our spirit.

What started in 1998 as a grass-roots effort to raise money for a local New England pediatric cancer institute has grown into a powerful nation-wide charity called Hope on Wheels.

Every time a new Hyundai is sold, a donation is made to help kids fight cancer. With over 800 dealerships those numbers add up quickly. In fact, we're so committed to helping kids fight cancer that we won't stop until we find a cure.

Go to http://www.hyundaiusa.com/new-thinking/csr.aspx/ to donate.

We aim for 100% customer satisfaction!

"This dealership was wonderful! Everyone was very friendly and worked quickly to get me taken care of. They were patient and gave me my space when I was trying to make a final decision which I greatly appreciated. I would recommend this dealership to all of my friends and family." -msparkman

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Monday, August 20, 2012

Keeping our customers happy is our main goal!

"This has been a very nice experince for me. This is the ninth car i have bought in my life and one of the nicest. Thank all of automax." -Roberta

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Thursday, August 16, 2012

Hyundai Hope On Wheels® will launch its 2012 5K Run/Walk Series on Saturday, September 1 at 7:30 a.m. at the University of California, Irvine.

IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 10, 2012 – Hyundai Hope On Wheels® will launch its 2012 5K Run/Walk Series on Saturday, September 1 at 7:30 a.m. at the University of California, Irvine. The 5K Run/Walk will start and finish at the center of campus at Aldrich Park, where the post-race Celebration of Life Festival will be held. All proceeds from the Hyundai Hope On Wheels 5K Run/Walk Irvine will benefit CHOC Children’s Hospital, a leader in innovative pediatric cancer research and treatment.

The Celebration of Life Festival at the 5K Run/Walk Irvine will include food and refreshments, live entertainment, vendor booths and giveaways as well as games, arts and crafts, and face painting immediately following the race. The festival will also feature Hope On Wheels’ signature Handprint Ceremony and check presentation with doctors, patients and families from CHOC Children’s.

“We are immensely grateful for the ongoing support from Hope On Wheels and the opportunity we’ve been given to benefit from their second annual 5K here in Orange County,” said Dr. Leonard Sender, Medical Director of the Hyundai Cancer Institute at CHOC Children’s Hospital. “Through Hope On Wheels generous funding, Hyundai is making a huge impact here in its own community and across the country.”

Runners and walkers of all ages and levels are invited to participate by either registering for the race or pledging to fundraise. Runners and walkers can register for $30 before Tuesday, August 21 and for $35 thereafter. On-site registration will be available for $40. Children under 9 years of age can participate in the race for a discounted rate of $10. All participants will receive a race t-shirt and race bib, a commemorative medal, professional timing and access to the sponsors expo and the post-event celebration. Awards will be given to the top finishers.

"We are excited to once again host a 5K in Orange County that will benefit our longstanding partner CHOC Children’s, a leader in pediatric cancer research,” said Zafar Brooks, Program Director, Hyundai Hope On Wheels. “Bringing the entire community together to raise awareness and funds for children, parents and doctors battling this disease everyday is a key element in Hyundai’s mission. We invite the entire Orange County community to come out on race day and help support this important cause.”

In 2011, Hope On Wheels made its largest single donation of $10 million to CHOC Children's – the largest corporate gift in CHOC Children's history. Funds from Hope On Wheels are being used for groundbreaking pediatric cancer research at the Hyundai Cancer Institute at CHOC Children's, using the latest advances in genomic medicine to provide more effective, individualized treatment for children afflicted with this disease.

Supporters who wish to fundraise on behalf of the cause can make a fundraising pledge and become a part of Team Hope. Simply set up a virtual team and you'll receive your very own fundraising page to jump start your donations. All participants who pledge to raise additional funds will be eligible for six levels of great prizes, which include exclusive Team Hope apparel, and running gear and accessories from Brooks and Sportline. One grand prize winner will receive a trip to New York City to attend the 2013 Hyundai Hope on Wheels kick-off event. For more information about the Hyundai Hope On Wheels 5K Run/Walk in Irvine as well as the rest of the series, including registration and pledge details, please visit www.hyundairun4hope.org.

Current sponsors for the Hope On Wheels 5K Run/Walk Irvine include American Association for Cancer Research, BuchalterNemer, Finn Partners, Ketchum, PromoShop, 24 Hour Fitness, Squar Milner and TELACU. To sponsor, contact Aaron Bensoua at 310.552.4128.

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Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Rhys Millen claimed yet another world record and overall victory at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb in a Hyundai Genesis Coupe Racecar

PIKES PEAK, COLORADO, August 12, 2012 – Rhys Millen claimed yet another world record and overall victory at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on Sunday. Millen set a blazing pace to the summit in his hillclimb-prepared Hyundai Genesis Coupe racecar, needing only 9:46.164 to make international motorsports’ most challenging ascent over 14,000 feet. For 2012, Millen’s own race team, Rhys Millen Racing (RMR), made additional performance enhancements to the current world-record-setting Genesis Coupe, the very same car that set the Time Attack 2WD record last year with Rhys’ father, Rod Millen, at the wheel.

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“This year, it really came together for the RMR team at Pikes,” said Millen. “With the insights gained from the last few years in our Genesis Coupe, the team was able to make some high-impact improvements, leveraging additional downforce and traction opportunities provided by the new all-tarmac surface. And behind the wheel, my experience at Pikes Peak over the years allowed me to shave a few tenths from virtually every corner. Breaking the 10-minute barrier is something I've always wanted to do, and it feels great to accomplish this goal in 2012.”

Not content to rest on their laurels from last years’ victory, the RMR team held nothing back in race preparation for this year’s effort. Special focus was given to maximizing the grip potential of the new all-tarmac course and its considerably higher average speeds. A new aero package was fitted, targeting even more downforce to accommodate higher speeds and additional grip requirements of new, ultra-wide, staggered fitment Hankook F200 racing slicks on custom HRE lightweight wheels. The front splitter was redesigned for more strength and the rear wing was redesigned for additional downforce, along with a wider rear body kit for stability. On the power side, a new Garrett GTX3582 Turbocharger was fitted, yielding an amazing 700 horsepower and 700 lb. ft. of torque from the Hyundai V6 powerplant. To handle this extra power, the brake calipers were upgraded for extra thermal capacity, and additional cooling ductwork was installed to ensure optimal brake performance at the summit’s extreme altitudes. The entire car was scrutinized for weight reduction potential and suspension settings were further optimized for Millen’s unique rally/drift driving techniques.

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Rhys Millen Racing has been the team to contend with in recent years at Pikes Peak. In 2011, Rhys nearly broke the famed 10-minute barrier in his dedicated PM580 tubeframe hillclimb racer. In a classic father/son family effort, Rhys’ father, Rod Millen, set the current record in the same Genesis Coupe, having recently celebrated his 60th birthday, even beating a Porsche 911 GT2 RS. In 2009, Rhys had set the world record for Time Attack 2WD in the Genesis Coupe, the beginning of a world-record-setting dynasty for the RMR team.

 

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Monday, August 13, 2012

Thank you for the great review!

This is the absolute perfect example of what dealership should be. Good and honest and honarable hard working people. It was the easiest car shopping experience. Danny and Rodney have earned my business forever. No matter what car you are looking for please give them a chance. You will not be disappointed. Thank you guys so much. My husband is in charge of a large group of military members and you will be recommended every chance we get. We are so so happy with our car.

THANK YOU

Eva Grubb
Lawton Oklahoma

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Here is a great tip to extend the life of your vehicle:

Touch up nicks sooner rather than later.

Touch-up paint won’t adhere well to rust. So be sure to keep some matching touch-up paint on hand so you can touch up any minor nicks, often found around door edges, before rust has a chance to form.

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Thursday, August 9, 2012

The 2012 Hyundai Accent has earned a spot on Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com’s “10 Best Back-To-School Cars for Students.”

COSTA MESA, Calif., August 8, 2012 - The 2012 Hyundai Accent has earned a spot on Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com’s “10 Best Back-To-School Cars for Students.” Expert editors of the distinguished source for vehicle information praise the Accent for its fresh appeal, dependability and affordability.

“From funky hatchbacks to stylish sedans, all of KBB.com’s 10 Best Back-to-School Cars of 2012 are affordable, safe and reliable, not to mention fun to drive and fuel efficient. Most importantly, these vehicles fulfill the often distinctively different set of new-car criteria of both parents and students, striking a healthy balance,” said Jack R. Nerad, executive editorial director and executive market analyst for Kelley Blue Book’s KBB.com.

Back-to-school can be a hectic time for parents and students, especially when car shopping is on the list. KBB.com editors have made the shopping job easier by naming the most affordable cars of 2012 based on the desires of students. In addition, all the cars on this year’s list are available for less than $16,000, according to Kelley Blue Book’s Fair Purchase Price, which shows the price others in a consumer’s area typically paid for a new vehicle based on actual transaction data and updated weekly for changing market conditions.

“Accent exemplifies the quality, reliability and value that young car shoppers are looking for.” said Scott Margason, director, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America. “With advanced technology, stylish design and spectacular fuel economy, the Accent is a great option for students and parents alike.”

Since its 2012 debut, the all-new Accent has been winning-over shoppers with its expressive and distinctive fluidic sculpture design, exceptional roominess, best-in-class fuel efficiency and an array of standard safety features. In addition to its all around reliability, the Accent’s recent track record includes being named to Consumer Guide’s 2012 Automotive “Best Buy,” Motorweek’s 2012 Driver’s Choice Award list and Vincentric’s “Best Value in America” list.

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Thursday, August 2, 2012

RE:MIX LAB 2012 Teaser Video - Fueled by Hyundai

We truly appreciate feedback from our customers!

"Our Hyundai purchase experience was fantastic! By far the most stressless car buying experience I've ever had. Tim was great! We're actually working with him to purchase a Hyundai for my husband." -Shandamac

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Wednesday, August 1, 2012

If you could add ANY sporting event to the Olympic Games, what would it be?

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Thank you for the great review!

"I really enjoyed working with Lillian and the staff. They went above and beyond to get us in to a car with our special financing. After trying other dealers and getting denied, Lillian promised us a car and she made it happen. I am so thankful to her and the whole Automax team for workins so hard to get our family a new reliable car. Thank you for everyting." -Lorieaton

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