~ A DriveWays Review ~ by Frank A. Aukofer Spend time with the electrified 2023 Genesis GV60 Performance and it awakens the description of a favorite movie character, Mary Poppins, who was “practically perfect in every way.” Although Ms. Poppins... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer It’s becoming a truism that the South Koreans build great automobiles like the 2022 Genesis G70. But the impression in the U.S. is based on only three closely associated brands. They are Kia, partly owned by Hyundai, and... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer Following closely in the tire tracks of its all-new 2021 G80 sedan, the never-before Genesis GV80 crossover sport utility vehicle makes its impressive debut as a 2021 model. Genesis is just five years old as the luxury... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer There’s a new boss luxury car in town. It’s called the 2021 Genesis G80, an all-new full-size four-door that behaves more like a capable compact or a scrappy midsize sports sedan. Depending on which of nine versions... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer A knowledgeable onetime editor of automobile reviews thought the 2020 Genesis G90 “looks like a Chrysler.” That person shall remain nameless, having actually mentored a famous reviewer, who sadly is not among us any more but... Continue Reading →
by Jason Fogelson The 2020 Genesis G70 has a lot going for it. Great looks, lusty performance, sharp handling and superb build quality. It’s no wonder that G70 accounted for over half of the Genesis brand sales in 2019. G70... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer Detroit, Mich.—South Korea’s Hyundai swept the honors Monday (Jan. 14), winning both the North American Car of the Year and Utility of the Year trophies for the Genesis G70 and Hyundai Kona. The announcement came at... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer Differences between the suave all-new 2019 Genesis G70 and its cousin the rambunctious Kia Stinger are relatively modest. Either could easily satisfy a dedicated motoring enthusiast or anyone who simply appreciates sophisticated high performance. As with... Continue Reading →
by Frank A. Aukofer To be more descriptive, the 2018 Genesis G80 Sport could have been named Increment. When you’re building a new luxury brand, as Hyundai of South Korea is doing, you need to take it incrementally, or in... Continue Reading →