Hennessey Tuner School Transforms Hyundai Genesis Coupe Into 500-Horsepower Beast for SEMA

Hennessey Tuner School Transforms Hyundai Genesis Coupe Into 500-Horsepower
Beast for SEMA

FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 29 /PRNewswire/ -- Demonstrating the wide range
of aftermarket potential for the Genesis Coupe, Hyundai Motor America has
partnered with Hennessey Performance Engineering (HPE) and the Tuner School to
develop a powerful entry for this year's Specialty Equipment Market
Association (SEMA) Show. The matte black, carbon fiber-wrapped Hennessey
Genesis Carbon Coupe is designed with a high-end European look and performance
capabilities to match. The vehicle will be in Hyundai's display at the Las
Vegas Convention Center Nov. 3-6, 2009 (booth # 24387).

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Founded by HPE president John Hennessey, Tuner School is a 14-week program
dedicated to teaching its students the secrets to success in the
high-performance automotive aftermarket. It was established as a way to offer
its students a one-of-a-kind opportunity to hone their craft, learn from
professionals in the field, and springboard their career in the aftermarket
industry.

"The Genesis Coupe architecture is the ideal platform for tuners looking to
make everyday modifications to their vehicles and our students at the Tuner
School took full advantage," said Hennessey. "The visually stunning complete
carbon fiber matte black wrap and high-end performance benchmarks create a
monster SEMA car."

HPE and the Tuner School will blow away the SEMA crowd with its Genesis Coupe
achieving 500 horsepower at 6,000 rpm, 465 lb-ft of torque, an estimated 0-60
time of 3.9 seconds and a quarter mile time of 12.5 seconds. These aggressive
performance capabilities were accomplished through a variety of engine
modifications. The Genesis Carbon Coupe features a Hennessey Custom Single
Turbo System, Precision 66 mm ball bearing turbocharger, Tial blow-off valve
and 44 mm wastegate, a HKS boost controller and upgraded injectors and fuel
pump, among other additions.

"To work with a leading tuner such as John Hennessey and his Tuner School is
a testament to the potential of our rear-wheel-drive Genesis Coupe," said
Michael Deitz, manager, Product Planning, Hyundai Motor America. "With its 500
horsepower and 0-60 time of 3.9 seconds we expect this vehicle to be one of
the stars of SEMA."

On the outside, SEMA Show attendees will find Savini lightweight wheels with
chrome lips and silver centers, Eibach springs and Brembo lightweight rotors.

HENNESSEY TUNER SCHOOL
Tuner School's unique curriculum immerses its students in a combination of
classroom education and hands-on experience, all while surrounded by the
day-to-day operations of HPE's 30,000+ square-foot facility. Spanning a range
of horsepower-induced topics, including engine building, forced induction and
dyno testing, Tuner School covers all aspects of building and modifying some
of the fastest cars in the world. With dozens of high-horsepower vehicles
coming and going, students are placed in a rare position to experience every
nuance of working within a high-performance automotive business. For more
information, please visit www.TunerSchool.com.

HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA
Hyundai Motor America, headquartered in Fountain Valley, Calif., is a
subsidiary of Hyundai Motor Co. of Korea. Hyundai vehicles are distributed
throughout the United States by Hyundai Motor America and are sold and
serviced through more than 790 dealerships nationwide. All Hyundai vehicles
sold in the U.S. are covered by The Hyundai Advantage, America's Best
Warranty. In addition, Hyundai Assurance is now offered on all new vehicles
leased or purchased from a certified Hyundai dealer. The program is available
to any consumer, regardless of age, health, employment record or financed
amount of the vehicle. The program is complimentary for the first 12 months.

Journalists are invited to visit our news media web site: www.hyundainews.com

SOURCE Hyundai Motor America

Miles Johnson of Hyundai Motor America, +1-714-965-3366,
milesjohnson@hmausa.com