FOUNTAIN VALLEY, Calif. – March 13, 2008 – Hyundai continues to collect awards for its revamped model lineup adding "Best Bet" distinction for five of its vehicles in The Car Book 2008. Accent, Elantra, Sonata, Tucson and Entourage all earned the title "Best Bet" from author Jack Gillis and the Center for Auto Safety. For 28 years, The Car Book has selected vehicles for this distinction based on how well they respond to the safety and performance needs of today´s consumer.

The Car Book analyzes new vehicles each year to identify vehicles that make a significant contribution to bettering the market. "Best Bet" ratings designate The Car Book´s highest-rated cars in each of the size categories. Ratings are based on expected performance in ten important categories: crash tests, safety features, fuel economy, rollover, repair costs, preventative maintenance, warranties, insurance costs and complaints, with the heaviest emphasis on safety.

The following are the "Best Bet" categories for each winning Hyundai model:

Accent: Subcompact

Elantra: Compact

Sonata: Intermediate

Tucson: Small SUV

Entourage: Minivan