Hyundai Motor Philippines Inc. (HMPH) marked another significant milestone with the ceremonial handover of the IONIQ 5 N and Elantra N to the Philippines’ first batch of Hyundai N customers. The momentous event took place last September 7.
Customers gathered at Okada Manila, in celebration of this significant occasion. Mr. Dongwook Lee, HMPH President, Mr. Cecil Capacete, HMPH Managing Director, and Mr. Jeesang Kim, N Brand Strategy Team Manager, were also present at the ceremony. Eighteen (18) N units were officially turned over to customers by the country’s four (4) Hyundai N Dealerships: Hyundai Alabang, Commonwealth, Makati, and Pasig.
The handover ceremony was highlighted by a drift stunt exhibition at the Okada Manila Boardwalk, by Autocraft Drift Philippines, namely Mr. Audel Sison, better known as his stage name Dr. Drift, in the IONIQ 5 N. Followed by his daughters, Ms. Ariane Sison, Sister Drift, and Ms. Ashley Sison, Daughter Drift, in the Elantra N. Professional Korean drifter and D Spec Motorsports Team CEO, Mr. Sungu Cho, also graced the event to showcase the original IONIQ 5 N Drift Spec from South Korea. The thrilling performance further exemplified the exciting capabilities of the 2024 World Performance Car, the IONIQ 5 N. Both the Elantra N and IONIQ 5 N embody the three (3) Hyundai N pillars, namely: Corner Rascal, Everyday Sportscar, and Racetrack Capability.
Following the successful launch of the Elantra N and IONIQ 5 N at the Manila International Auto Show last April 2024, this ceremonial handover marks the start of a new chapter for Hyundai N in the country. With the N Car Meets series and the N Pop-up Store at Karrera Showroom also fostering a new community of Nthusiasts, the Elantra N and IONIQ 5 N has established itself as Hyundai Motor Philippines’ halo vehicles for high performance technology and exciting driving.
“Hyundai N plays a crucial role in redefining high performance driving in the Philippines, highlighting our commitment to provide innovative and future-ready mobility options for all Filipinos. This event is not just a handover ceremony, but a testament to our dedication to pushing the boundaries of automotive technology,” Mr. Dongwook Lee, HMPH President, said in his special message to the pioneer Hyundai N customers in the Philippines.
Afterwards, the track was officially opened to all customers by HMPH Managing Director, Mr. Cecil Capacete, for a drift taxi ride where customers got to see and feel the thrill of N firsthand, led by the D Spec Team, as well as Autocraft Drift Philippines.
Interested customers can view the Elantra N and IONIQ 5 N and purchase exclusive N merchandise at the Hyundai N Dealerships located in Alabang, Commonwealth, Makati, and Pasig. To learn more about Hyundai N, visit https://www.hyundai.com/ph/en/hyundai-n. For more news and updates, follow @HyundaiMotorPhilippines on Facebook and Instagram.
