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Many drivers in the Annapolis area prefer the security of dedicated winter snow tires over all-seasons. If you're in that boat, you're likely looking to schedule a service appointment soon to have your snow tires put on, before the blizzards hitting the northeast this week visit Maryland.

But, are your winter tires still good enough to provide adequate traction in snow and ice?

Chances are, you haven't looked at your winter tires all spring, summer, and fall while they've been stacked in your garage. Before you have them put on your car, give them a quick…

Sci-fi dreams around the luxury of hands-free driving are brought to reality with the Autonomous #IONIQ Concept. #AutoMobilityLA pic.twitter.com/7igiM3k049

— Hyundai USA (@Hyundai) November 16, 2016

Your dreams of a self-driving car all began with Knight Rider. When you were a kid, you longed for a sleek, stylish vehicle with a dry sense of humor and the ability to drive all on its own. The reality of self-driving cars has been a little slow, by comparison.

Most self-driving vehicles are only able to navigate by using spinning LiDAR detectors, typically mounted to the vehicle roof. Far...

First-time car buyer? Negotiating can feel daunting, but we've got some tips for you: https://t.co/RxDLBXO8u0 pic.twitter.com/CIIc6wgH3M

— Cars.com (@carsdotcom) September 15, 2016

Most car-buyers are at a disadvantage in negotiations. After all, our Annapolis Hyundai sales team practices negotiating deals every day, while you only do it once every few years. Here are a few pieces of advice from Cars.com to even the playing field.

1. Research, research, research!

Before you step foot in the arena of car-shopping negotiations, be armed with as much information as possible. Know...

Tech may help steer older drivers down a safer road. #carsafety https://t.co/j4pwyWMIKt pic.twitter.com/yTCNHywDzQ

— IIHS (@IIHS_autosafety) September 7, 2016

There is a long-running stereotype that seniors have a phobia of new technology. Contrary to that idea, not every driver over 60 shakes their first at new features while hollering, "They don't make cars like they used to!"

In fact, many of the most cutting-edge features in the new Hyundai lineup have the greatest benefits for older drivers.

"Anything that reduces the likelihood or severity of a collision is really a technology

Ahead of the curve. Our 2017 #HyundaiElantra is #NotJustNewBetter. pic.twitter.com/WWW4CBZNcN

— Hyundai USA (@Hyundai) July 26, 2016

What does the upcoming 2017 Hyundai Sonata have in common with a black hole? It can bend light.

A new feature called Dynamic Bending Light will be available on several 2017 Hyundai models, including the Elantra, Santa Fe, Santa Fe Sport, and the all-new Ioniq. Unlike a supermassive black hole, galaxy cluster, or other stellar object, the feature will not be bending light in the technical sense.

They're much too efficient and lightweight to cause

Better keeps you safer on all sides. Thank you for making our 2017 #SantaFeSport a 2016 IIHS Top Safety Pick+. pic.twitter.com/qcNv54cLw0

— Hyundai USA (@Hyundai) July 13, 2016

This month, the IIHS finished up testing of the 2017 Santa Fe Sport, and the results came back beautifully.

To earn a Top Safety Pick+, the IIHS's highest possible award, the Santa Fe Sport had to earn top ratings in all five test categories, under the organization's new, more stringent standards. It also needed to offer front-crash-prevention technology rated as at least advanced. The Santa Fe Sport's…

Hyundai Genesis fans, rejoice. According to Dave Zuchowski, CEO of Hyundai Motor America, the luxury brand will soon add plug-in hybrids to its lineup. Hyundai's recent debut of the Sonata PHV and upcoming Ioniq family demonstrate that the South Korean automaker is shifting its business model to showcase a greener, more sustainable lineup of vehicles.

 

A photo posted by David Undercoffler (@autonews_west) on Mar 24, 2016 at 12:06pm PDT

In the conversation of some of the industry's most impressive full-size luxury sedans, the 2016 Hyundai Genesis is without question a centerpiece. That much we at Annapolis Hyundai have known for quite some time.

More recently, however, it was Autotrader critic, Jabari Jones, who recognized the glory of the Genesis. Check the clip below to get his take on this capacious charmer:

While not quite as sprightly as its brawnier V8 brother, the Genesis's entry-level 3.8-liter V6 engine is nonetheless a gem. Synced with an eight-speed automatic gearbox, this six-banger produces a plentiful ...

 

A photo posted by Hyundai Motor America (@hyundaiusa) on Apr 5, 2016 at 10:14am PDT

If you're trying to decide between a hybrid, an EV or a plug-in, your decision may have just become a little more difficult as Hyundai recently introduced all three variants of its new Ioniq.

With Hyundai's plan to launch 26 green models through 2020 -- including approximately six PHEVs, two EVs, two hydrogen fuel cells and 12 hybrids -- we were expecting an exciting roll-out of efficient vehicles and the introduction to the Ioniq family surely did not disappoint.

Yesterday, Hyundai Motor America released sales figures for the month of February. With delivers exceeding 53,000 units, the company saw sales rise one percent over February 2015, enough to earn Hyundai its best February on record...

Hyundai : HYUNDAI MOTOR AMERICA REPORTS ITS BEST FEBRUARY EVER https://t.co/YdTlxWkBej

— Newspress USA (@NewspressUSA) March 1, 2016