Hyundai Motor Company Executives Recognized as 2026 Automotive News All-Stars
DETROIT, Aug. 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor Company executives José Muñoz, SangYup Lee, and Claudia Márquez received recognition for their exemplary leadership and achievements within the global automotive industry. They have been honored as 2026 Automotive News All Stars during a significant period of transformation in the automotive sector.
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José Muñoz: President and CEO, recognized in the Global Automaker Executive category for his pivotal role in establishing Hyundai Motor Group as the world’s third-largest automaker. Muñoz advocates for strategic investments and has led substantial advancements in the company’s operations in the U.S., including a planned $26 billion investment from 2025-2028.
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SangYup Lee: Executive Vice President and Head of Hyundai and Genesis Global Design, honored in the Design Executive category for his contributions to enhancing Hyundai’s and Genesis’s design competitiveness, driving historic sales growth, and shaping innovative design strategies.
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Claudia Márquez: COO of Hyundai Motor America, recognized in the Business Operations Executive category. Márquez has been instrumental in improving customer satisfaction and leading the company’s product strategy, providing diverse options that include ICE, EV, and hybrid vehicles.
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José Muñoz: “I am deeply humbled to receive this incredible honor… All of it is in service of delivering vehicles our customers love.”
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SangYup Lee: “Being named an Automotive News All-Star in Design is both humbling and deeply rewarding… We believe it is our responsibility as designers to challenge ourselves.”
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Claudia Márquez: “This award means a lot to me… seeing Hyundai’s team remain agile and bold through it all? That’s what I’m most proud of.”
The Automotive News All-Star Awards are prestigious recognitions in the automobile industry, honoring approximately 35-40 individuals annually for their transformative contributions to the field.
About Hyundai Motor America:
Hyundai Motor America focuses on providing a technology-rich lineup of vehicles while investing significantly in the U.S. market. The company operates several facilities, including its North American headquarters and assembly plants, and is committed to innovation and customer satisfaction.
For more information, visit Hyundai News.
