Hyundai Motor Group Recognized by TIME as an “Automotive Dark Horse” on 2025 Most Influential Companies List - CleanTechnica

Hyundai Motor Group has been recognized by TIME magazine as an “Automotive Dark Horse” on the 2025 list of The 100 Most Influential Companies, marking its first inclusion on this prestigious annual ranking. This acknowledgment underscores Hyundai’s leadership in innovation and its transformative impact on the global automotive industry, particularly through its expanding portfolio of electric and hybrid vehicles. TIME highlights the Group’s strong growth, noting its status as the third-largest global automotive group by sales in 2024 and its success in meeting rising consumer demand for sustainable mobility solutions via both Hyundai and Kia brands. The Group is aggressively expanding its hybrid vehicle lineup beyond traditional compact and mid-size segments into the luxury market, aiming to capture a broader consumer base and maintain competitiveness amid rapid industry changes. In a significant move to bolster its manufacturing capabilities, Hyundai announced a $21 billion investment in U.S. production facilities through 2028, its largest commitment to American manufacturing to date. These strategic initiatives, combined with record financial performance and innovation in