Ford said its retail share rose to 11.6% in Q1 even as sales fell 8.8%, citing SUV strength and supply constraints while automakers experienced mixed, mostly negative March results.
Genesis announced the G90 Prestige Black, a factory-blacked-out variant of its flagship full-size sedan; Genesis Canada lent a test vehicle for review and media coverage.
Ford, Genesis and Dodge revealed special-edition trims at the Auto Show, including the Ford Expedition 30th package, the Genesis GV70 Prestige Graphite, and the Dodge Durango GT America250.
Genesis plans a broad expansion including imminent hybrid, plug-in and extended-range electric powertrains, while continuing to develop high-performance models such as the Magma line.
Hyundai will introduce 36 new or updated North American models through 2030 and Genesis 22 models, backed by a $26 billion U.S. investment, CEO José Muñoz said.
Ford Racing will debut an unnamed factory-built LMDh prototype in about 12 months, pairing an Oreca chassis with a 5.4-liter V‑8 as it targets the 24 Hours of Le Mans.
Genesis revealed the GMR-001 LMDh, featuring an Oreca chassis with an in-house V8 and software, after extensive testing and ahead of its 2026 FIA WEC debut at Imola.
Several automakers returned to the New York Auto Show with notable reveals and higher press attendance; Hyundai hosted visiting media and Genesis’s G90 Wingback drew major attention.
Hyundai revealed the Boulder Concept, a body-on-frame off-road SUV with 37-inch mud-terrain tires, solid rear axle and truck-like features signaling a push into U.S. midsize segments.
Genesis introduces the GV70 Prestige Graphite at the New York show, featuring Bering and Ceres Blue Matte paints, Ultramarine Nappa interior, smoked chrome accents and tentative pricing.