Hyundai Motor Company Executives Recognized for Leadership and Achievements in 2026 Automotive News All-Star Awards

Hyundai Motor Company executives José Muñoz, SangYup Lee and Claudia Márquez were named 2026 Automotive News All Stars, with recognition spanning global automaker leadership and design. In the Global Automaker Executive category, Muñoz was cited for helping Hyundai Motor Group (HMG) become the world’s third-largest automaker. Automotive News credits him with pushing investment in new technologies and alliances, along with progress during a period of major change, including stronger sales, higher market share, improved dealer profitability and industry recognition. The article also highlights HMG’s planned $26 billion investment in the U.S. from 2025 through 2028, featuring expanded vehicle production and a new steel mill in Louisiana, plus partnerships involving Amazon, Waymo and General Motors. SangYup Lee was recognized in the U.S. Design executive category for leadership of Hyundai and Genesis design work, while Márquez earned recognition as COO of Hyundai Motor North America.