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Hyundai Azera tackles the best Japanese mainstream sedans with an excellent product and surprising value.

VehicleVoice measures styling of new vehicles using its Internet panel.

The first full month of sales for the Ford Fusion was October, 2005. Fusion, right out of the blocks, looks like a surprise winner.

While these 2006MY changes result in a terrific new Explorer, its segment is competitive enough that it may not result in signficantly increased Explorer sales. There are eighteen entries in the Premium Mid-Size SUV segment available for 2006MY, according to AutoPacific's segment definitions, allowing entries to go after the buyers in a more focused manner.

While Hyundai's fully accounted U.S. costs may be higher than those from Korea, at least initially, this facility reduces foreign exchange exposure, helps with government relations, lets some vehicles be labeled "Made in the U.S.A.", and may give Hyundai more leverage with respect to Korean labor unions.

Lexus Wins AutoPacific 2005 Vehicle Satisfaction Award for Top Brand. Nissan Garners Most Individual Wins.

Japanese Minivans Win AutoPacific 2005 Minivan Vehicle Satisfaction Award

Hyundai Tucson and Honda Element Tie for AutoPacific 2005 Compact Sport Utility Vehicle Satisfaction Award

Hyundai Tucson and Honda Element Tie for AutoPacific 2005 Compact Sport Utility Vehicle Satisfaction Award

Chevrolet Equinox and Hyundai Santa Fe Tie for AutoPacific 2005 Standard Mid-Size Sport Utility Vehicle Satisfaction Award