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Hyundai Beats Everyone as Value Impacts Perceived Quality, According to Strategic Vision's 2023 Total Quality Awards

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

However, Hyundai Motor Corporation brands, as well as others, were able to provide vehicles with the fewest problems, generate love all magnified by perceptions of Value.

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  • However, Hyundai Motor Corporation brands, as well as others, were able to provide vehicles with the fewest problems, generate love all magnified by perceptions of Value.
  • HMC had the most vehicles lead their segments in Strategic Vision's 2023 Total Quality Awards, with six models, including the Hyundai Elantra, Elantra Hybrid, Santa Cruz, Palisade, Genesis G90, and Kia EV6, according to Strategic Vision's 2023 Total Quality Impactä (TQI) measure.
  • Strategic Vision's 2023 Total Quality Awards reflect the impact of vehicle Value on perceived quality.
  • Below is the full list of the 2023 Total Quality Award winners and TQI scores:

Minivans don’t make the grade when it comes to rear-seat safety

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

None of the four minivans tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety earns an acceptable or good rating in the updated moderate overlap front crash test, which now emphasizes back seat safety.

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  • None of the four minivans tested by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety earns an acceptable or good rating in the updated moderate overlap front crash test, which now emphasizes back seat safety.
  • The Chrysler Pacifica, Kia Carnival and Toyota Sienna are rated marginal, while the Honda Odyssey is rated poor.
  • All but the Sienna also lack seat belt reminders for the second-row seats, as IIHS highlighted in February.
  • “Back seat safety is important for all vehicles, but it’s especially vital for those, like minivans, that customers are choosing specifically to transport their families,” said IIHS President David Harkey.

Dallas Bar Association Designates Trial Lawyer Charla Aldous a Living Legend

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Monday, August 7, 2023

DALLAS, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dallas Bar Association has named acclaimed trial lawyer Charla Aldous among its Living Legends, with a recent interview highlighting her major courtroom wins, career successes and legal strategy.

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  • Aldous\Walker founder recognized for career success, courtroom strategy
    DALLAS, Aug. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dallas Bar Association has named acclaimed trial lawyer Charla Aldous among its Living Legends, with a recent interview highlighting her major courtroom wins, career successes and legal strategy.
  • The Dallas Bar Association's Living Legends series honors Dallas lawyers who have vaulted to the forefront of the profession through dedication and courtroom successes.
  • Recently, American Lawyer Media named Ms. Aldous to its list of Elite Women of the Plaintiffs Bar.
  • She has earned the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and is a repeat honoree by Best Lawyers in America, Texas Super Lawyers and The National Trial Lawyers.

Kelley Blue Book Announces Best Family Cars of 2023

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Tuesday, April 25, 2023

ATLANTA, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Purchasing a new family car can be an overwhelming decision involving several important factors, including lifestyle requirements, budget, safety and comfort preferences, just to mention a few. To aid in the decision-making process, the experts at Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company, today announced the Best Family Cars of 2023. 

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  • To aid in the decision-making process, the experts at Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company, today announced the Best Family Cars of 2023 .
  • Kelley Blue Book naming the Best Family Cars of 2023 takes a lot of stress out of the process, giving busy parents a solid place to start their research and shopping."
  • The Best Family Cars of 2023 include two-row SUVs and three-row vehicles offering a range of options to meet the needs of various family lifestyles.
  • For more information about Kelley Blue Book's Best Family Cars of 2023, including detailed editorial commentary, safety ratings, photos, pricing information and more for each model, visit https://www.kbb.com/awards/best-family-cars/ .

U.S. News Announces the 2023 Best Cars for Families

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Tuesday, March 14, 2023

WASHINGTON, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2023 Best Cars for Families. U.S. News evaluated 92 vehicles and named winners across nine categories.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today announced the 2023 Best Cars for Families .
  • The 2023 Honda Odyssey won Best Minivan for Families for the 13th consecutive year, the longest streak in the awards' history.
  • Among Kia's wins, the 2023 Kia Telluride captured Best 3-Row SUV for Families for the fourth time in a row, while the 2023 Kia K5 had its first win for Best Midsize Sedan for Families.
  • The 2023 Best Cars for Families:
    Best 2-Row SUV for Families: 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe
    Best Hybrid Car for Families: 2023 Toyota Camry Hybrid
    Best Midsize Car for Families: 2023 Kia K5
    Best Large SUV for Families: 2023 Chevrolet Suburban
    Best Electric Vehicle for Families: 2023 Kia EV6
    Best Hybrid SUV for Families: 2023 Toyota Highlander Hybrid
    Best Compact SUV for Families: 2023 Hyundai Tucson
    Best 3-Row SUV for Families: 2023 Kia Telluride
    For the full set of winners and finalists, visit the Best Cars for Families .

U.S. News Announces the 2023 Best Cars for the Money

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Thursday, January 19, 2023

WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today unveiled the 2023 Best Cars for the Money awards. Covering 12 automotive categories, the awards put a spotlight on cars, SUVs and minivans that represent the best combination of long-term value and excellent ownership experience. For the third time, U.S. News will present the Best Cars for the Money awards at the Washington, D.C. Auto Show.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in rankings and consumer advice, today unveiled the 2023 Best Cars for the Money awards .
  • For the third time, U.S. News will present the Best Cars for the Money awards at the Washington, D.C. Auto Show.
  • "A Best Car for the Money award represents a strong value over the course of ownership and at the dealership," said Jim Sharifi, managing editor of U.S. News Best Cars.
  • Hyundai won four Best Car for the Money awards this year, which is more than any other brand.

Kelley Blue Book Announces Best Family Cars of 2022

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

ATLANTA, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company, announces the Best Family Cars of 2022 – a list of vehicle recommendations based on in-depth testing with a focus on safety, practicality and value, as well as increasingly useful connectivity, technology and driver-assist features. As one of the most impactful purchase decisions a parent will make, Kelley Blue Book understands that buying a family car requires more careful consideration than most vehicle purchases.

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  • In Partnership with Actress Tia Mowry, Kelley Blue Book Experts Share the Top-Rated Family Friendly Vehicles
    ATLANTA, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Kelley Blue Book, a Cox Automotive company, announces the Best Family Cars of 2022 a list of vehiclerecommendations based on in-depth testing with a focus on safety, practicality and value, as well as increasingly useful connectivity, technology and driver-assist features.
  • To help further expand visibility for the Best Family Cars of 2022 list with parents, Kelley Blue Book has partnered with actress and mother, Tia Mowry.
  • For more information about Kelley Blue Book's Best Family Cars of 2022, including detailed editorial commentary, safety ratings, photos, pricing information and more for each model, visit https://www.kbb.com/awards/best-family-cars/ .
  • For shoppers on a budget, Kelley Blue Book's experts compiled an additional list of the 10 Best Family Cars Under $25,000 .

U.S. News Announces the 2022 Best Cars for Families

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022

WASHINGTON, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognized publisher of consumer advice and information, today announced the 2022 Best Cars for Families.

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  • WASHINGTON, March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, a nationally recognized publisher of consumer advice and information, today announced the 2022 Best Cars for Families.
  • "With winners from nine different vehicle classes, the Best Cars for Families awards offer choices that will work for every family," said Jim Sharifi, managing editor of U.S. News Best Cars.
  • Best 3-Row SUV for Families: 2022 Kia Telluride
    Best Compact SUV for Families: 2022 Hyundai Tucson
    For the full set of winners and finalists, visit the Best Cars for Families.
  • Each year, U.S. News also publishes the Best Cars awards, including Best Vehicle Brands, Best Cars for the Money and Best Cars for Families.

Austin Home Prices Have Risen $116,000 in the Last Year, Roughly the Cost of Two Teslas

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Friday, March 11, 2022

The typical Austin home cost roughly $369,000 in January 2021.

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  • The typical Austin home cost roughly $369,000 in January 2021.
  • With the difference, a buyer could purchase a Porsche Panamera for $90,000 and still have money left over.
  • Home prices grew more in Austin than all but two other major U.S. metros in 2021 (San Jose, CA and San Diego).
  • Homes that were selling for $350,000 before the pandemic are going for closer to $500,000, said Austin Redfin agent Crystal Lopez.

Honda Alabama Auto Plant Begins Production of 2022 Honda Passport and First-Ever Passport TrailSport Model

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Monday, December 20, 2021

LINCOLN, Ala., Dec. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda today announced the start of mass production of the new 2022 Honda Passport and Passport TrailSport at its Alabama Auto Plant (AAP) in Lincoln.

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  • LINCOLN, Ala., Dec. 20, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Honda today announced the start of mass production of the new 2022 Honda Passport and Passport TrailSport at its Alabama Auto Plant (AAP) in Lincoln.
  • AAP also has begun production of the first Honda TrailSport models Passport TrailSport and Pilot TrailSport both built exclusively in Alabama.
  • "Starting production of the new 2022 Passport and Passport TrailSport is a great way to kick off our next 20 years of Honda manufacturing in Alabama."
  • Honda associates at the Alabama Auto Plant have been producing the Honda Passport since its return to the lineup in 2018.