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Electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids are becoming more and more popular. Ranges are great, operating costs are relatively low, and batteries are more efficient than ever. Can you squeeze anything more out of your battery life? Or even – can you equip a car with solar cells? It’s been done, and the results might surprise you! Read more about the Hyundai Sonata Hybrid with a solar roof! more The New Hyundai Sonata Hybrid is Equipped with a Solar Cell Roof There’s only so much real estate for solar cells on any given vehicle, and the cells can only create so much electricity. However, the amount of electricity generated and put back into the car from having a solar roof – adds up nicely over time. On their website, Hyundai explains that the available solar roof gives back roughly 2 miles a day of travel. It sounds perhaps small – 2 miles – at first. However, 700 miles a year is a significant amount of driving. Not to mention, those miles come at the best price of all - free. What other features does the 2022 Hyundai Sonata have? Some interesting items include: Available, class-exclusive Blind Spot View Monitor. This ingenious device displays live video of what (or who) is in your blind spot. The view displays directly inside your digital instrument cluster, so a quick glance down can give you all the information you need. Regenerative braking. These amazing brakes stop your car and feed energy back into the batteries as they do so. NHTSA 5 Star Safety Rating. The Sonata is good-looking, fuel-efficient, well priced, and very safe. For more in-depth information on the solar cell-equipped Sonata, please click the link to PV Magazine below. Read More: Hyundai Sonata Hybrid with Solar Cells Buy a new 2022 Hyundai Sonata Hybrid at Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale Can You Equip a Car with Solar Cells? Hyundai can! If gas prices have you down, a hybrid or EV could help cure what ails you. For all your EV and hybrid needs, Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale is your place! Please contact us for more information or a test drive.

Hyundai built its reputation on backing its cars with an amazing warranty while building on their overall quality year over year. Today, Hyundai is creating cars that are leading the pack in standard features and innovation. Hyundai SmartSense is both. What Are the Safety Features in Hyundai SmartSense? Read on to find out more from Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale. more Hyundai SmartSense Safety Features Hyundai SmartSense is the advanced technological safety suite of systems that help keep you safer while driving. Thankfully, using it and experiencing it is a lot simpler than it sounds. Here are some of the key features: Forward Collision Warning with Pedestrian Detection. Helps prevent accidents from happening, in turn keeping you, other drivers, and pedestrians safer. Lane Keeping Assist. This system will correct the steering if you drift out of your lane. Driver Attention Warning. In addition to warning the driver if it detects drowsiness, it can also sense when cars ahead have begun moving. Available Adaptive Cruise Control. This works in conjunction with Lane Keeping Assist to keep the car centered in the lane, as well as stop and go functionality. Available Highway Driving Assist. This works with Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Keeping Assist to keep your car at a preset distance from cars in front, as well as adaptive speed control. Available Remote Smart Parking Assist. Drivers can control the movement of the car from outside using the key fob. That’s not all! For more information on these incredible systems, please visit the link below. The page includes how-to videos for SmartSense Safety Systems. Read More: SmartSense In-Depth from Hyundai USA Buy a new 2022 Hyundai at Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale Hyundai vehicles are good-looking, durable, comfortable, reliable – and safe. Equally important - if you haven’t experienced a Hyundai lately, we invite you to come in and take a test drive. Our experts can show you the various SmartSense features. Please contact us or drop in for more information.

Where To Buy Hyundai Electric and Hybrid Vehicles Avondale AZ Are you looking for a fuel-efficient hybrid? Are you interested in a fun and efficient electric vehicle? Are you interested in where to buy Hyundai electric and hybrid vehicles in Avondale, AZ? Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale has an impressive inventory of hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles that are headlined by the brand-new 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric crossover. more Benefits and Advantages of Hyundai Electric, Hybrid and Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles The Hyundai brand promises style, performance, technology and affordability across the board and EVs, hybrids and plug-in hybrids will add impressive fuel economy to the list. EVs like the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and the Hyundai Kona Electric harness electric power to provide drivers with a potent combination of power and efficiency. An available $7,500 Federal Electric Vehicle Tax Credit will make EVs even more affordable at Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale – so you save money at the dealership and the pump. Here is a closer look at Hyundai EVs, hybrids and plug-in hybrids that we know you will love. Hyundai Kona Electric Price - $34,000 Battery – 64.0-kWh Drivetrain – FWD Power – 201 Horsepower and 291 Pound-Feet of Torque Electric Driving Range – 258 Miles Hyundai IONIQ 5 Price - $43,650 Battery – 58-kWh and 77.4-kWh Drivetrain – RWD and AWD Power – 320 Horsepower and 446 Pound-Feet of Torque Electric Driving Range – 303 Miles Hyundai IONIQ Electric Price - $33,245 Battery Pack – 38.3-kWh Drivetrain – FWD Power – 134 Horsepower and 218 Pound-Feet of Torque Electric Driving Range – 170 Miles Hyundai Tucson Hybrid Price - $29,350 Engine – 1.6-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Hybrid Drivetrain – Hyundai HTRAC® AWD Power – 226 Horsepower Fuel Economy – 38 MPG City/38 MPG Hwy Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid Price - $34,900 Engine – 1.6-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Plug-In Hybrid Drivetrain – Hyundai HTRAC® AWD Power – 261 Horsepower and 258 Pound-Feet of Torque Fuel Economy – 80 MPGe Electric Driving Range – 33 Miles Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Price - $33,900 Engine – 1.6-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Hybrid Drivetrain – Hyundai HTRAC® AWD Power – 226 Horsepower Fuel Economy – 36 MPG City/31 MPG Hwy Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid Price - $39,500 Engine – 1.6-Liter Turbocharged 4-Cylinder Plug-In Hybrid Drivetrain – Hyundai HTRAC® AWD Power – 261 Horsepower Fuel Economy – 76 MPGe Electric Driving Range – 30 Miles Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Price - $23,850 Engine – 1.6-Liter 4-Cylinder Hybrid Drivetrain – FWD Power – 139 Horsepower Fuel Economy – 53 MPG City/56 MPG Hwy Hyundai Sonata Hybrid Price - $27,200 Engine – 2.0-Liter 4-Cylinder Hybrid Drivetrain – FWD Power – 192 Horsepower Fuel Economy – 50 MPG City/54 MPG Hwy Hyundai IONIQ Hybrid Price - $23,600 Engine – 1.6-Liter 4-Cylinder Hybrid Drivetrain – FWD Power – 139 Horsepower Fuel Economy – 58 MPG City/60 MPG Hwy Hyundai IONIQ Plug-In Hybrid Price - $26,800 Engine - 1.6-Liter 4-Cylinder Plug-In Hybrid Drivetrain – FWD Power – 139 Horsepower Fuel Economy – 119 MPGe Electric Driving Range – 29 Miles Learn more about where to buy Hyundai electric and hybrid vehicles in Avondale, AZ with this quick guide to available EVs, hybrids and plug-in hybrids created by Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale. Contact the dealership today to schedule a test drive in your favorite Hyundai cars and crossovers!

How To Use the Hyundai IONIQ 5 Drive Modes Did you know that you can customize performance in your 2022, 2023 or 2024 Hyundai IONIQ 5? These all electric vehicles feature a quartet of driver-selectable modes – ECO Mode, Normal Mode, Sport Mode and Snow Mode, that will each upgrade vehicle performance to match your own driving style when you get behind the wheel. Learn how to use the Hyundai IONIQ 5 drive modes with this quick step-by-step guide created by Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale – it will upgrade your day-to-day commute. Don’t believe us? Schedule a test drive in the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and see for yourself! more How-To Guide to Hyundai IONIQ 5 Drive Modes Press the Drive Mode Button on the Steering Wheel to Select Drive Modes Selected Drive Mode Will Display on the Digital Instrument Cluster OR Select Setup on the Touchscreen Display Select Vehicle Select Drive Mode Set Brake Performance and Climate Control for Select Modes

How To Use the Hyundai IONIQ 5 Vehicle to Load Charger Do you travel for work a lot? Do you find yourself using your laptop on the road? Do you love to have your stereo for tailgates? What do you do when your battery dies? The 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 has the answer with an integrated Vehicle to Load Charger. Armed with this innovative charging system, you can use the battery power of your Hyundai IONIQ 5 to charge household electronics via interior and exterior 120-volt outlets with 1.9-kW charging power. Learn how to use the Hyundai IONIQ 5 Vehicle to Load Charger with this quick step-by-step guide created by Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale and schedule a test drive today! more View Our New Hyundai IONIQ 5 Inventory Contact Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale How-To Guide to the Hyundai IONIQ 5 Vehicle to Load Charger Purchase the Vehicle to Load (V2L) Charger Accessory Select EV on the Touchscreen Display Select V2L on the Touchscreen Display Set a Battery Discharge Limit Insert the V2L Connector Open the Cover of the V2L Connector Connect Your Electronic Device to the V2L Connector Ensure that the Charging Light is On

How Fast Can the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Recharge its Battery? Drivers who are interested in the eco-friendly performance and economy of an Electric Vehicle (EV) may be concerned by when, where and how long it takes to recharge the battery in their vehicle. Long charging times can be an inconvenience for drivers with an active lifestyle and many who are interested in the all-electric 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 want to know – how fast can the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 recharge its battery? Find out with this quick guide created by Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale! more View Our New Hyundai IONIQ 5 Inventory Contact Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale What Are the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Charge Times? An innovative ultra-fast charging system promises to be a highlight of the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 that will make recharging the vehicle’s battery a minor inconvenience. To eliminate long charge times, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 will support 400-volt and 800-volt power sources. When you employ a 350-kW charger, the Hyundai IONIQ 5 will charge its battery from 10% to 80% in 18 minutes. Drivers that are in a hurry and do not need a full charge can gain 68 miles of range in 5 minutes with a 350-kW fast charger. The convenient 10.9-kW on-board charger will recharge the Hyundai IONIQ 5 battery in 6 hours and 43 minutes. What Is the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Electric Driving Range? The Hyundai IONIQ 5 promises the perfect combination of performance and economy with a variety of powertrain configurations. Base Hyundai IONIQ 5 SE Standard Range entries employ a rear-mounted motor with a 58-kWh battery pack that will manufacture 168 horsepower with a 220-mile electric range. Additional trim levels are available with rear- and all-wheel drive formats that employ a more powerful 77.4-kWh battery pack that will deliver 225 horsepower with the single rear-mounted motor and 320 horsepower with the dual-motor AWD platform. Rear-wheel drive Hyundai IONIQ 5 entries with the 77.4-kWh battery pack possess a 303-mile electric range. All-wheel drive Hyundai IONIQ 5 variants are expected to provide 256 miles of range. Are you interested in the eco-friendly Hyundai IONIQ 5? You may want to know – how fast can the 2022 Hyundai IONIQ 5 recharge its battery? Learn more about the Hyundai IONIQ 5 capabilities and schedule a test drive today at Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale!

How To Use Hyundai Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go Do you do a lot of driving in traffic on your commute? Do you love to set the cruise and enjoy the drive? Hyundai SmartSense technology will add unrivaled safety and innovation to your drive with Hyundai Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go technology. Families who opt for the new Hyundai Tucson or any other Hyundai cars, trucks and SUVs may want to learn how to use Hyundai Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go – and we are here to help at Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale. Test drive a brand-new Hyundai today and experience Hyundai Smart Cruise Control firsthand! more How-To Guide to Hyundai Smart Cruise Control Press the Cruise Control Button on the Steering Wheel Press the Resume/Set Speed Button Down to Set Speed Press Up to Increase Speed and Down to Reduce Speed Press the Cancel Button to Cancel Cruise Control Press the Vehicle-to-Vehicle Distance Button to Adjust Follow Distance Follow Distance is Displayed on the Multi-Information Display

2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz Interior Features and Technology The very first Hyundai Santa Cruz is set to arrive on the Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale sales lot soon and we can’t stop raving about the upcoming model. The Santa Cruz is the first-ever Hyundai pickup truck and it is meeting the demands and desires of so many Avondale-area shoppers. more This highly anticipated model isn’t just bringing the very first truck body style to Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale, but also an exciting lineup of cutting-edge technologies and features. So, what’s in store for the very first Hyundai Santa Cruz? Find out below in Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale’s guide to the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz interior features and technology. Hyundai Santa Cruz Interior Features and Design The overall look and feel of the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz are both rugged and sophisticated. This Hyundai truck offers an exciting balance between the two design styles for a vehicle that appeals to the masses. The bold, yet refined, interior is where some of the most exciting elements of the Santa Cruz can be found. The dual-cockpit design makes both the driver and front passenger feel like the most important rider in the vehicle. The balanced ergonomic design makes for an incredibly comfortable ride inside the Santa Cruz, whether it be on a cross-country road trip or a trip around the block. The star of the show inside the Santa Cruz is the premium center stack. An edgeless infotainment screen sits comfortably in the center stack with a full eight inches of screen space. The touchscreen infotainment hub puts everything within reach of the driver for a comfortable and engaging driving experience. Santa Cruz Infotainment Technology The 8-inch touchscreen display comes standard inside the 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ connectivity. These suites are available in select Santa Cruz models with a wireless connection, allowing drivers the convenience of their phones automatically pairing to the vehicle when they enter the vehicle, without having to remove it from their pocket or bag. In addition to the smartphone connectivity features, the Santa Cruz offers Digital Key for a seamless automotive experience. Digital Key is available exclusively with Android smartphones and allows drivers to control select vehicle systems remotely. With the Digital Key drivers can use their smartphone to lock and unlock the vehicle, start the engine, set off the panic alarm, share keys with friends and family, and more. Avondale and Peoria shoppers can now reserve their 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz truck with the Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale team. If you want to be one of the first drivers around Avondale to get behind the wheel of the first 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz, head over to the reservation page to claim your Santa Cruz today.

Which Hyundai Models offer Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™? Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® are widely available in the Hyundai lineup, with availability in brand-new and used models. If you are searching for a Hyundai vehicle in the Avondale area that comes with these easy connectivity features, you are likely wondering which model years offer the systems. This guide from Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale is here to answer the question of – which Hyundai models offer Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™? more Find out which Hyundai 2015-2021 Hyundai vehicles have Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ below. Hyundai Vehicles with Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Accent: 2018-2021 Elantra: 2017-2021 Kona: 2018-2022 Nexo: 2019-2021 Palisade: 2020-2021 Santa Fe: 2017-2021 Sonata: 2015-2021 Tucson: 2016-2022 Veloster: 2016, 2017, 2019-2021 Venue: 2020-2021 Hyundai Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Hyundai Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ Come out to Earnhart Hyundai of Avondale near Peoria to experience Hyundai Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ for yourself. Visit our online inventory to get a look at our full lineup of Hyundai models in Peoria and Avondale.

2021 Hyundai Tucson Audio Entertainment Technology The six-trim 2021 Hyundai Tucson lineup offers everyday entertainment and convenience on the road. The technology lineup this Hyundai SUV offers is sure to impress the shoppers of Avondale and Phoenix. Hyundai Tucson models bring all the technology shoppers search for and more, offering the latest in-demand features and systems. If you’ve been wondering what kind of audio system the 2021 Hyundai Tucson has and if it has the audio entertainment technology you’ve been searching for, then this guide is for you. more 2021 Tucson Audio Systems The base 2021 Hyundai Tucson SE comes fitted with a standard 7-inch color touchscreen Display Audio system with six speakers, while the Tucson Value, SEL, Sport, and Limited models are equipped with a 7-inch color touchscreen Display Audio system with HD, Sirius XM, VR, and Blue Link®. At the top of the lineup, the Tucson Ultimate comes with an 8-inch color touchscreen infotainment system with built-in navigation. A 315-watt Infinity Audio® system is equipped in the Tucson Sport, Limited, and Ultimate models, bringing in Clari-Fi™ Music Restoration Technology, eight speakers, and an external amp. All six Tucson models offer Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay® as standard equipment. To find your next 2021 Hyundai Tucson in Phoenix, AZ, contact a member of the Earnhardt Hyundai team today or visit our online inventory to view our current lineup of new Tucson models.

2020 Hyundai Tucson Safety and Entertainment Overview The 2020 Hyundai Tucson is a fan favorite here at Earnhardt Hyundai in Avondale, AZ. Located conveniently in the Avondale Automall, shoppers from all around Phoenix and Glendale come to us to find their next 2020 Tucson. Many customers who visit us here wonder if the Hyundai Tucson has navigation to help them around Phoenix and Avondale. This 2020 Hyundai Tucson safety and entertainment overview is here to give you insight on what the 2020 Tucson has to offer. more 2020 Hyundai Tucson Safety Features The 2020 Hyundai Tucson offers an expansive lineup of safety features in every trim level, with some limitations to feature availability. Shoppers looking for a safety-forward vehicle will find the 2020 Tucson checks all of the boxes. The follow safety and driver assistance features can be found in the 2020 Hyundai Tucson lineup Blind-Spot Collision Warning Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning Rear View Monitor Surround View Monitor Driver Attention Warning Lane Keeping Assist Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with Pedestrian Detection Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go Entertainment Lineup in 2020 Tucson The base 2020 Tucson SE model features a standard 7-inch color touchscreen display audio system equipped with Android Auto™ and Apple CarPlay®. Tucson Value, SEL, Sport, and Limited models add HD audio and SiriusXM to their resume on top of the 7-inch touchscreen display and smartphone connectivity. The infotainment center in the top-tier Tucson Ultimate receives the biggest upgrade, replacing the 7-inch setup with an 8-inch color touchscreen with navigation. Infinity® Audio with Clari-Fi™ Music Restoration Technology amplifies the audio experience in the Tucson Sport, Limited, and Ultimate models, adding an external amp and eight speakers to its cabin. The 2020 Hyundai Tucson has a lot to offer shoppers around Avondale in terms of safety and entertainment. Visit the Earnhardt Hyundai inventory to view our current lineup of in-stock Tucson models and book a test drive to see how this SUV's interior tech will change the way you drive day after day.

How to Use the Hyundai Digital Key The Hyundai Digital Key adds convenience to the everyday lives of drivers. With this digitized key, there’s no need for a physical key because everything the driver needs is connected right to their smartphone. This system allows drivers to use their smartphone in place of a normal vehicle key, making getting from point A to point B that much simpler. But how does the Hyundai Digital Key work? This quick video overview will give you the steps you need on how to use the Hyundai Digital Key. Check it out below. more Using the Hyundai Digital Key For more Hyundai vehicle tips and tricks check out the rest of the Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale blog. Are you ready to get behind the wheel of a new Hyundai vehicle that offers the Hyundai Digital Key? Head over to the Earnhardt Hyundai of Avondale inventory to view our entire lineup of new Hyundai vehicles. Our filters allow you to quickly find the vehicle that fits your daily needs.