Hyundai Reaches 100 Million Vehicles Milestone, Celebrates Rapid Growth and Innovation

Hyundai Motor Company has achieved a significant milestone, producing 100 million vehicles globally in just 57 years since its founding.

This places Hyundai among the fastest-growing automotive manufacturers in the world. To commemorate this achievement, a ceremony was held at the company’s Ulsan Plant in Korea, where Hyundai marked the production of its 100 millionth and first vehicle, an IONIQ 5, by handing it directly to a customer.

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“Reaching global cumulative production of 100 million vehicles is a meaningful milestone that was possible thanks to our customers around the world,” said Jaehoon Chang, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor.

“Taking on bold challenges and constantly pursuing innovation has enabled us to grow rapidly and will empower us to reach another 100 million units as a mobility game changer.”

Hyundai’s Ulsan Plant, which opened in 1968, has played a central role in the company’s history, including producing Korea’s first mass-produced model, the Pony, in 1975. The plant is now focused on electrification, with Hyundai establishing a dedicated electric vehicle (EV) facility at the site.

This achievement highlights Hyundai’s rapid global expansion, fueled by brands such as Genesis, the N performance line, and its growing portfolio of electric vehicles like the IONIQ 5.

With production facilities in key markets including Turkey, India, the U.S., and the Czech Republic, Hyundai crossed the 50 million vehicles mark in 2013 and continues to innovate with projects like the Hyundai Motor Group Global Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS) and the upcoming Metaplant America.

As Hyundai looks to the future, the company remains committed to leading in the era of electrification and advancing its technological capabilities through smart factories and AI-driven production platforms.

Source: Hyundai Motor Reaches Historic Milestone: 100 Million Vehicles Produced Globally