Friday, August 21, 2009

Irony at its best - Hyundai overtakes Ford as 4th largest car manufacturer



With news of Hyundai overlapping Ford, and now being the 4th largest car manufacturer, the Korean manufacturer seems unstoppable in its global initiatives. Here's a video 20 years back when Hyundai's humble start in the (then) world's largest automotive market begins.

Do note the part where the Ford exec from this 'Dealer Training Video' mentioned Ford having 4,225 more dealers and service centers compared to Hyundai's mere 225... back in 1989.... 2009 figures would be interesting. Another thing is, considering the difference in outright size back in 1989, its surprising Ford did such a comprehensive video attacking this small and (then) insignificant brand.