Hyundai is celebrating the production of their 100 millionth vehicle

Though it took 57 years to reach this milestone, it was only built a little over ten years after the 50 millionth car was made in 2013.

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The 100 millionth and first car was given to its owner during a ceremony at the Ulsan Plant in South Korea as part of the celebrations.

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Hyundai was founded in 1967, with its first vehicle arriving in America in 1986.

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By 1992, Hyundai had produced 5 million automobiles and unveiled their first concept, the HCD-I.

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Hyundai CEO Jaehoon Chang stated, "Reaching global total production of 100 million automobiles is a momentous milestone made possible by our consumers throughout the world who have selected and supported Hyundai Motor from its beginning."

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