Hyundai Most Awarded Automaker at Fall Fest By Midwest Automotive Media Association

Core Insights - Hyundai has won two Favorite Vehicle awards from the Midwest Automotive Media Association (MAMA) for the 2026 IONIQ 9 as the Favorite Plug-in EV and the 2026 Palisade as the Favorite Family Vehicle, making it the automaker with the most awards from MAMA [1][2]. Group 1: Awards and Recognition - The 2026 IONIQ 9 and 2026 Palisade were recognized for their versatility and space, appealing to consumers with different powertrain configurations including ICE, Hybrid, and EV [2]. - Approximately 25 new vehicle models were evaluated during the Fall Fest, with over 30 automotive journalists participating in the voting process [2]. Group 2: Future Competitions - The next voting round will select one vehicle per category from both the Spring Rally and Fall Fest, with winners announced on December 4 at the MAMA Holiday Party [3]. - These winners will compete for MAMA's 'Favorite Vehicle of 2025' award, to be revealed at the Chicago Auto Show in February 2026 [3]. Group 3: Industry Impact - Hyundai Motor America contributes $20.1 billion annually and supports 190,000 jobs in the U.S. economy through its operations, including its North American headquarters and manufacturing facilities [5].