Hyundai pulled the wraps off the eighth-generation Elantra, known as the Avante in South Korea, at the 2026 Busan Mobility Show in late June. The redesign brings a reworked cabin, a new infotainment platform called Pleos Connect, and an AI assistant unlike anything the Elantra has offered before. Korean buyers get it first, with orders…
Rain on I-77. A surprise ice patch near Blythewood. A gravel road down to the lake on a Saturday morning. Columbia-area driving throws a lot at you, and that’s exactly the kind of unpredictability Hyundai HTRAC All-Wheel Drive was built to handle. If you’ve been wondering what Hyundai HTRAC is, how it works, or whether…
Both the 2026 and 2027 Hyundai Palisade belong to the same generation, so this really comes down to first-year excitement versus second-year confidence in the same redesign. If you’re weighing your options in Columbia, SC, we’re happy to walk you through what each year brings to the table. Contact our team to schedule a test…
Columbia, SC has a live music scene that punches well above its weight. Whether you’re a longtime local or just passing through, the city offers something genuinely worth your time: listening rooms where you can actually hear the music, neighborhood bars with real character, and mid-size concert halls pulling in touring acts. If you’re looking…
The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6 N is the performance-oriented variant of the IONIQ 6 lineup and the version planned for US availability. Its interior pairs driver-focused ergonomics with a cabin shaped specifically around Hyundai’s EV architecture. Whether you’re looking at the 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6 interior for the first time or narrowing down your next…
Your Hyundai is built to last, but that longevity isn’t automatic. It depends on how consistently you take care of it. Staying current with your Hyundai Service Schedule is one of the smartest habits you can build as an owner. It keeps your car running the way it should, helps you avoid expensive surprises, and…
The 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz occupies a genuinely unusual spot in the market. It’s not a traditional pickup, and it’s not purely an SUV either. Think of it as a half-truck, half-crossover built for people who want a functional bed without giving up the smooth, comfortable ride they expect from a modern crossover. If you’re…
Picking a compact SUV sounds simple until you’re standing between two genuinely strong options. The 2026 Hyundai Kona and the 2026 Subaru Crosstrek both target buyers who want versatility without the bulk of a larger vehicle, but they take very different paths to get there. The Kona leans into urban practicality, modern technology, and fuel…
The Palisade vs Telluride question is one of the most common conversations we have with three-row SUV shoppers here at Stivers Hyundai in Columbia, SC. Both vehicles come from the same corporate family, share similar platforms, and target families who want genuine premium comfort without the luxury price tag. But spend time inside each one…
Handing your keys to a valet at a Columbia, SC restaurant or dropping your car off at a service center feels routine, but your 2026 Hyundai stores contact lists, navigation history, call logs, and saved driver profiles. That’s where Hyundai Valet Mode setup becomes genuinely useful. It’s a built-in privacy feature that keeps your personal…
