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Hyundai HCD-14 Genesis Concept Named 2013 Concept Car of the Year

Hyundai received the 2013 “Concept Car of the Year” award for the HCD-14 Genesis Concept. The vehicle was also awarded the “Most Significant Concept Vehicle of the Year” title for scoring the highest among the category winning concepts. HCD-14 debuted Hyundai’s design direction for future premium vehicles at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit earlier this year.

The twelfth annual North American Concept Vehicle of the Year Awards recognize those vehicles most likely to shape the future of the automobile industry. This marks the second time Hyundai has received an award, having been named “Production Preview Concept Vehicle of the Year” in 2008 for the Genesis Coupe.

According to juror Bob Kroupa, one of the Principals of the Automotive Writers Group, “Hyundai’s HCD-14 introduces future premium vehicle design, advanced 3-D gesture-based technology controls and spirited driving dynamics. Its rear hinged back doors and fastback coupe design, add to the WOW factor.”

The “Concept Car” category recognizes those vehicles intended for carrying passengers. HCD-14 beat out competitors in this category including the Honda EV-STER and Toyota Corolla Furia. The Hyundai concept was recognized for its state-of-the-art features and enhanced driver experience. HCD-14 Genesis reveals the technological future of Hyundai’s premium line-up with driver eye-tracking and hand-gesture recognition, thumb controls or gesture recognition used to select navigation, infotainment, audio, HVAC, and smartphone connectivity functions.

“Hyundai’s California Design Center has been turning out some impressive work, and I think the HCD-14 is one of their best,” said Chris Poole, juror and Editor-at-Large for Chicago-based Consumer Guide Auto. “The ultra-clean coupe-like styling has both flair and presence, and I like the grille; it reminds me of certain early Ferraris. The interior is wild, but I applaud the lack of a center stack—provided Hyundai has figured out new controls that are at least as user-friendly. If the next production Genesis is anything like this stunner, I say, bring it on!”

More than two dozen jurors participated in a selection process that involved a total of 23 vehicles, each introduced to North America during this season’s auto shows in Los Angeles, Detroit, Chicago, Toronto, and New York.

“It’s exciting to see the overwhelming positive response and feedback we have received for the HCD-14 Genesis Concept,” said Chris Chapman, chief designer, Hyundai Design, North American Design Center. “HCD-14 Genesis provides a glimpse of Hyundai’s future and showcases the emphasis we are placing on driving dynamics and technology. Winning the ‘Concept Car of the Year’ validates our design intuition as we take our premium line-up to the next level of sophistication in styling and technological prowess.”

Courtesy of Hyundai News Room

Tips for Keys Locked in a Car

When traveling by car, one of the most frustrating and embarrassing things you can do is to lock your keys in the car. These situations not only put a damper on your immediate plans, they can also play havoc with the entire trip. When faced with this predicament, don't panic, trying one of several tips might help you reunite with your keys and be quickly on your way.

Pick Lock
Picking your car's lock is a good option if you drive an older car, namely one that is not operated by a sensor key, in which case, you wouldn't need to pick the lock in the first place. If you have some, spray the lock with a liberal amount of WD-40. Picking the lock will work best if you have a large safety pin, straight pin or straightened paper clip. Insert the paper clip directly into the lubricated keyhole, then wiggle the tool in different directions until you hear the click of the door unlocking.

Coat Hanger Or Lasso
Another option for retrieving locked keys in a car is to use a lasso tool or a wire coat hanger. You can create your own lasso tool by tying a piece of string securely into a loop around the end of a thin piece of metal or wood. Make sure the piece of metal or wood is thin enough to fit between the top of the side door window and the car door frame. If using a coat hanger, straighten the wire and bend its hooked end into a circular shape, similar to a lasso. Next, slide the tool between the window and door frame and lower the lassoed end around the flat part of the door's unlocking mechanism, then pull up. If your car doesn't have interior lock mechanisms, you can try using the same tools to press the mechanical unlock mechanism to open your car's doors.

Slim Jim
A Slim Jim is a slender metallic tool that resembles a large knife and is designed to unlock a car door by accessing the lock mechanism located inside the car door. If you have a Slim Jim, slide the device between the narrow slit between the door glass and car door, then slide the tool down into the door. Once you've located the lock mechanism, twist the Slim Jim until it wraps around the wire, and then pull up. Since they are a specialized tool, Slim Jims are hard to come by and are primarily used by locksmiths and law enforcement personnel. Some companies equip security personnel with Slim Jims, so locating a willing security officer might be a more viable option that involving the police or having to pay a locksmith.

Miscellaneous Tips
As the door closes on your car's interior and your forgotten set of keys, take a moment to make sure the car door is actually locked. Paying a locksmith or investing the time to pick the car's lock only to realize the door wasn't locked after all can make an already stressful and embarrassing situation turn uglier. In a worst case scenario, check with the car dealership you purchased the car from to see if it has the key code to make a new lock or key.

Courtesy of USA Today

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This fun feature analyzes your road habits and gives you tips on how to drive your Hyundai even more economically. Learn more about Blue Link at https://www.hyundaiusa.com/technology/bluelink/

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