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What Makes the Hyundai Santa Fe Better than the Toyota RAV4?

Front View of 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe

One of the most competitive segments in the automotive industry, compact SUVs are always among the most researched, discussed, and purchased vehicles of every model year. The Hyundai Santa Fe, for instance, has seen a ton of success in recent years. Although there are several competitors in its space, there is no compact SUV quite…

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2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Named Best Electric Crossover Vehicle

Front Diagonal View of 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5

One of the longest-running magazines in the nation, Good Housekeeping, recently released its latest list: Good Housekeeping’s 2023 Best New Family Cars. In it, the iconic company handpicked the very best vehicles from each segment, including sedans, minivans, SUVs, trucks, and more. Among them, the 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5 was named the Best Electric Crossover…

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Autotrader Awarded Hyundai Palisade with ‘Best New Car’

Side View of 2023 Hyundai Palisade

Every production year, the automotive experts at Autotrader carefully select a handful of vehicles which they believe to be the ‘Best New Cars.’ This year, only 11 models earned the prestigious title. That said, our team at Rairdon’s Hyundai of Bellingham was delighted to learn that the Palisade SUV was one of them. That’s right,…

2023 Hyundai Tucson Named Best Plug-in Hybrid

Front View of 2023 Hyundai Tucson

A global leader in quality rankings, U.S. News & World Report, recently analyzed data from 107 hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric vehicles, including luxury as well as mainstream models. In doing so, the company only recognized one vehicle per category as the best in its class. Our team at Rairdon’s Hyundai of Bellingham is happy…

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This Delivery Van Reflects Hyundai’s Futuristic Features and Design

April 18th, 2023 by
front and side of hyundai staria-load

The Hyundai Staria-Load Explained There are always new vehicle models being unveiled from brands across the world. Some are exciting and some are less exciting, but the deluge of automotive news can sometimes make it difficult to spot which developments are particularly interesting. So, we like to highlight some of the more interesting ones for…

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Hyundai Models Prove to Be Great for Families

April 18th, 2023 by
hyundai suv at night

What is the Best Car for Families in 2023? Though all cars are meant to take us from point A to point B, they all excel at solving different problems. That problem might be the need for cargo-hauling capability, the need for family-friendly transportation, the need for offroad prowess or the need for speed.

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The Sonata Looks Brand New for the 2024 Model Year

April 9th, 2023 by
front of silver 2024 hyundai sonata

2024 Hyundai Sonata Powertrain and Feature Changes We may not even be halfway through 2023, but we already have news for the 2024 model year. In fact, it’s big news, as Hyundai has unveiled the new Sonata. 

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Hyundai’s IONIQ 5 Wins Another Award for 2023

April 6th, 2023 by
white ioniq 5 on the side of the road

What is the Best Electric Vehicle to Buy in 2023? Many dealerships you may visit will likely tell you they have the “best” vehicles available. Of course, it’s hard to take their word for it. After all, many of them are loyal to a specific brand. 

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New Photos Reveal Possible Facelift for 2024 Sonata

April 3rd, 2023 by
blue sonata on side of road

What to Expect From the 2024 Hyundai Sonata The Hyundai Sonata has been one of the classiest and most stylish sedans available in its price range for quite some time now. It has always offered tremendous value and a spacious cabin, while maintaining a fun driving experience. Though Hyundai has yet to reveal any details…

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The Future is Here Behind the Wheel of the IONIQ 6

March 24th, 2023 by
ioniq 6 exterior

What You Need to Know About the 2023 Hyundai IONIQ 6 The 2023 IONIQ 6 is not just the latest model in the Hyundai lineup. It’s also the latest model in the emerging world of electric mobility, and it certainly looks the part. 

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