Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Euisun Chung Honored with the Issigonis Trophy at the 2021 Autocar Awards Autocar’s highest accolade and most prestigious and personal award is presented annually to the individual who has made the greatest contribution to the success of their company Chairman Chung hailed by Autocar for transforming Hyundai Motor Group into one of the world’s greatest car makers, and being a leader in the fields of electrification and hydrogen Advancement of hydrogen fuel cell technology and the launch of Genesis premium luxury brands established under Chairman’s leadership LEATHERHEAD/SEOUL, June 8, 2021 – Hyundai Motor Group Chairman Euisun Chung has today been honored with the Issigonis Trophy at the 2021 Autocar Awards ceremony. Named in honor of legendary car designer Sir Alec Issigonis, the Trophy is Autocar's highest accolade. Each year it is presented to a stand-out individual within the global automotive industry, whom Autocar judges deem to have delivered an exceptional level of success. In recognizing the visionary leadership of Chairman Chung on the presentation of the Issigonis Award, Autocar editor-in-chief Steve Cropley said: “In the last decade the Hyundai Motor Group has grown into one of the world’s leading car firms, and chairman Euisun Chung has been key to that transformation. We’re proud to award him this year’s Issigonis Trophy to recognise his achievements. The transformation made by the company is unmatched in the industry in recent years. “While Hyundai and Kia were considered unexciting budget brands with limited market share just a decade ago, under Euisun Chung’s leadership they have made incredible progress, winning market share and customers with cars that are the match of any mainstream rival. “The Hyundai Motor Group has expanded into performance cars with Hyundai’s N division and the premium market with the new Genesis brand, and become a true industry leader in both electric and hydrogen-powered cars. It is no longer trying to catch up to rivals: now other car firms are chasing it.” Hyundai Motor Group 12 Heolleung-ro, Seochogu, www.hyundaimotorgroup.com Seoul, 137-938, Korea On receiving the Issigonis Trophy, Chairman Chung commented: “It’s a true honor to receive this prestigious award today from Autocar and I must thank all my colleagues for their contribution in securing this accolade. Despite the dramatic upheaval of the global auto industry and challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic, Hyundai Motor Group is spearheading a paradigm shift and what lies at the heart of our efforts is our single-minded focus on serving and empowering our customers. Through a considered approach, we will create more opportunities and oil the wheels of ‘progress for humanity’.” Recent significant advances by the Hyundai Motor Group made under the Chairman’s tenure include the introduction of highly advanced electric vehicles: the Hyundai IONIQ 5 and Kia EV6. Both use the Group’s new, dedicated EV platform, the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). In addition to the high-performance N brand of Hyundai Motor Company, the Group has also launched HTWO dedicated fuel cell brand, and the Genesis premium luxury brand. Chairman Chung has led the transformation of the Group’s global perception by introducing revered design chiefs from within the industry, including Peter Schreyer and Luc Donckerwolke. Under Chairman Chung’s leadership, the Group has developed a design-led focus with products that appeal to the European consumer. Formal recognition of this successful strategy is evident in numerous design awards presented to Hyundai and Kia over recent years. Chairman Chung held the position of President of Kia from 2005 to 2009 before becoming Vice Chairman and then Chairman of the Hyundai Motor Group, with responsibility for diverse affiliate companies in the automotive, steel and construction industries, including Hyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation. His leadership has been recognized with numerous industry accolades, including ‘Top 200 next generation leaders’ by World Economic Forum and ‘Most Influential Korean Leaders: Global Business’ by Fortune Korea. – End – About Hyundai Motor Group Hyundai Motor Group is a global enterprise that has created a value chain based on mobility, steel, and construction, as well as logistics, finance, IT, and service. With about 250,000 employees worldwide, the Group's mobility brands include Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis. Armed with creative thinking, cooperative communication and the will to take on any challenges, we strive to create a better future for all. More information about Hyundai Motor Group, please see: www.hyundaimotorgroup.com More information about Hyundai Motor and its products can be found at: worldwide.hyundai.com or globalpr.hyundai.com Visit the Kia Global Media Center for more information: www.kianewscenter.com Hyundai Motor Group 12 Heolleung-ro, Seochogu, www.hyundaimotorgroup.com Seoul, 137-938, Korea For more information on Genesis and its new definition of luxury, please visit https://www.genesis.com Disclaimer: Hyundai Motor Group believes the information contained herein to be accurate at the time of release. However, the company may upload new or updated information if required and assumes that it is not liable for the accuracy of any information interpreted and used by the reader. Contact: Jin Cha Global PR Team / Hyundai Motor Group [email protected] Hyundai Motor Group 12 Heolleung-ro, Seochogu, www.hyundaimotorgroup.com Seoul, 137-938, Korea .