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​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​Replacement parts are divided into two major groups, namely Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) and aftermarket. When you visit your Hyundai dealer for a replacement part, we will always supply OEM parts only. We want to tell you more about the differences between these two parts and why OEM is the best choice for your car. OEM components Always Fit OEM components are made by Hyundai. They're manufactured to the same standards and tolerances as the original parts on your car. The only difference is the OEM components were designated as replacements rather than being used to assemble another Hyundai. Since these parts are identical, they will always fit correctly and work the same as your original parts. Aftermarket parts are manufactured by a variety of different manufacturers. They're designed as generic parts to fit several different vehicles makes and models. This can become a problem as there is no guarantee that an aftermarket part will fit your car. If you visit an independent mechanic for a repair, they will have to adjust the part to try and make it fit. An incorrect fitting part could cause damage to your car. OEM Components Are Made to a Standard When Hyundai designs a new model, the process involves tens of thousands of hours of design and engineering to make it perfect. Each component must meet a rigorous set of standards of quality and reliability. These components also undergo extensive testing and retesting until they're ready to form part of a vehicle. Hyundai parts will always match the highest national and international standards. Aftermarket parts, in contrast, are designed for their affordability and are then mass-produced. These parts will always be cheaper than OEM components as they don't follow a set standard. They're designed to copy the performance of a genuine part but use lesser-quality materials. The lack of standardization in aftermarket parts means you won't receive a guarantee of their reliability or quality. OEM Components Save You Money This might seem strange, as OEM components cost more than aftermarket parts. The reason OEM components save you money is they last a long time, will not damage your car, and have reliable and carefully calculated replacement times. This allows you to plan for a part replacement with ease. Aftermarket parts are cheaper in the short term, as we've seen, but they come with potential long-term costs. An aftermarket part could fail, and this will increase your repair costs as you'll need to have a second repair performed. These parts can also fail and damage other components that will now have to be repaired. The safety of you and your car is too important to trust unreliable replacement parts. Visit us at Crain Hyundai of Bentonville for safe, genuine parts.

With its spunky turbo engine and brilliantly tuned suspension, the Hyundai Kona N is just about the most fun you can have in a subcompact crossover. It's also got sharp, sporty looks on both the outside and inside to match. Read on to find out more about the 2023 model, available at your local Hyundai dealer now. Engine and Transmission As the Kona's high-performance model, the N is motivated by a 2.0L turbocharged inline-4 engine that produces a hearty 276 horsepower and 289 lb-ft of torque. When you combine that amount of power with the vehicle's low curb weight of under 3,400 pounds, the result is an impressive 0 to 60 time of around five seconds. An 8-speed dual-clutch transmission featuring manual paddle shifters and rev-matching further contributes to an engaging drive. The Kona N's drivetrain also comes standard with launch control and the N Corner Carving Differential. As its name suggests, this electronic limited-slip differential enhances traction and limits understeer by transferring more power to the outside wheels when cornering. Chassis Aside from its capable powerplant, the Kona N is a true enthusiast car because of its outstanding agility through tight turns. The front and rear suspension are fully independent, plus they feature N-Tuned electronic control. This technology monitors your driving inputs, vehicle speed, and road conditions and automatically adjusts the damping force for optimal handling. When you need to come to a quick stop, large 14.2-inch brake rotors are pre-filled to improve braking feel and minimize the stopping distance. Interior Step into the Kona N's cabin, and you'll find it easy to appreciate its clean, attractive lines and high-quality construction. This version of the vehicle stands out from the lineup with exclusive N-badged sport seats with leather/suede upholstery, metal sport pedals, and a leather-wrapped steering wheel. Standard amenities include automatic climate control, ambient LED lighting, and a wireless device charging station. Plentiful legroom for both front and rear passengers and a cargo volume of up to 45.8 cubic feet when the 60/40 split-folding seats are down mean that the Kona N is not just fun, but very practical, too. Infotainment The Kona N's standard 10.25-inch touchscreen infotainment system is easy to navigate and features dynamic voice recognition, which is ideal for helping you maintain focus on the road during spirited drives. Along with navigation directions, the system can display performance metrics like longitudinal and lateral acceleration. Smartphones can be connected through Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and dual USB ports. For your listening enjoyment, the Kona N comes with an 8-speaker Harman Kardon premium audio system and its Clari-Fi technology for restoring digitally compressed audio files. You'll be hard-pressed to find another small SUV that boasts such an impressive combination of flair, performance, and creature comforts! Contact Crain Hyundai of Bentonville today and schedule a test drive with the Kona N!

The Hyundai cars of today have a huge range of smart tech features to help, protect, and entertain the driver. Here are a few of the most advanced technological features you'll find in your Hyundai. You can visit your closest Hyundai dealership to see these excellent features, and many more, in action. Remote Smart Park Assist With Remote Smart Park Assist, parking has never been easier. You can stand within 13 feet of your car and use your key fob to move the car forward and backward as required. The car will automatically steer and brake to avoid other vehicles while sliding snugly into even very tight parking spots. This means you no longer have to worry about bumping into other cars while parking or getting trapped in a space that's too narrow to allow you to properly open your door. Dynamic Voice Recognition In a modern Hyundai, you no longer have to take your hands from the wheel or your eyes from the road in order to control most of the functions in your car. Dynamic Voice Recognition uses sophisticated AI-powered voice recognition by SoundHound. As an intelligent voice-command system, it can learn the nuances of your speech patterns to understand you better. It can also understand the context of your commands and even complete sentences based on how you normally speak. Hyundai Digital Key With a modern Hyundai, there's no more awkward fishing around in your pocket or purse for your car keys. You also don't need to worry about your key fob running out of battery, leaving you unable to enter your car. Hyundai Digital Key allows you complete vehicle access through your mobile phone instead. With NFC technology, your car's handles can recognize your unique smartphone and unlock or lock the door. You can also use your phone to remotely start your car, warming it up on cold mornings. You can even allow vehicle access via smartphone to another person with Digital Key Sharing. Wireless Device Charging Charging your smartphone is an effortless experience in a modern Hyundai. Instead of fumbling with tangled charging cables, you can simply place your smartphone on the wireless charging pad and watch its battery fill up. It can even charge through your phone case. See More Amazing Tech at Your Local Hyundai Dealership Other advanced technological features in a Hyundai car of today include a solar roof for electrical power even while the engine's off, smart air purification, precise forward and rear collision avoidance systems, and much more. See all these features in action with a test drive at your nearest dealership. Visit Crain Hyundai of Bentonville today to discover the full array of driver-assisting technology in the latest Hyundai models. We're a full-service dealership with the number-one goal of providing all our customers with exceptional personalized service.

Hyundai SmartSense is a network of remarkable car safety features that utilize cutting-edge technology to detect and avoid collision threats whenever you're on the road. Whether you're parking, navigating heavy traffic, or cruising down the highway, you're protected by the following driver safety and assist features. If you visit your local Hyundai dealer to see these features in action, you're bound to be impressed. Blind Spot View Monitor When driving, one of the most dangerous moments is changing lanes. It's sometimes hard to know whether or not a car or motorcycle is approaching your blind spot. With Blind Spot View Monitor, you no longer have this problem. As soon as you signal, your dashboard shows a live video feed of your blind spot that's captured by a camera installed in your side view mirror. Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist If your Hyundai senses that you're about to change lanes when there's another vehicle in your blind spot, the Blind Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist feature will let you know. It may even take action to prevent a potential collision by applying the left or right front brakes as required. Lane Keep Assist By monitoring the lane markers, Lane Following Assist can detect if you ever start to wander across lanes unintentionally. It can then warn you and automatically adjust your steering to bring you gently back safely into your lane. Driver Attention Warning By closely monitoring your driving patterns and comparing them against your usual driving behaviors, the Driver Attention Warning feature can detect if you're becoming drowsy while on the road, which might cause you to accidentally drift into neighboring lanes. It then warns you both audibly and visually, letting you know it might be time for a break. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist The risk of having an accident with a vehicle ahead of you is mitigated by the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist feature, which detects a potential hazard as soon as it arises and warns you loudly and clearly. If you don't respond promptly, the system can even activate emergency brakes for you. The system also detects pedestrians crossing your path and reacts in the same way. High Beam Assist While driving at night, there's always a danger that you'll forget to toggle your high beams off and blind another driver. With High Beam Assist, you no longer have to worry about this. Your car senses vehicles approaching in the opposite direction and toggles your high beams on and off for you. See More Safety Tech at Your Nearest Hyundai Dealer These six features are only the tip of the safety-tech iceberg in a modern Hyundai vehicle. You can see these and many other excellent features in action with a test drive at your closest dealership. Visit Crain Hyundai of Bentonville today to see how incredibly safe modern Hyundai cars are. Our full-service dealership provides a one-stop shop for all Hyundai shopping or servicing needs.