The 2013 Honda Civic has a number of competitors that compete directly and top of the list includes the Ford Focus and Hyundai Elantra. It is also worth noting that the 2013 Chevrolet Cruze, Kia Forte and Subaru Impreza are alternatives as well.

We love the 2013 Honda Civic but you cannot doubt the driving ability of Ford’s 2013 Focus thanks to amazing handling with a comfortable but firm ride.

Today, we wanted to feature an article that rates the 2013 Honda Civic an 8/10 and compares their review to the above-mentioned cars. The only other similar cars to beat their 2013 Honda Civic rating is the 2013 Ford Focus at 8.8/10 and the 2013 Hyundai Elantra at 8.4/10.

Check out this page that features a breakdown of the main specs for each car, the ratings, price and other information. All the key information is contained on one page that makes it easy to compare the models.

2013 Honda Civic review – We have also featured a number of videos within this article, which take a look at each of the cars from different perspectives. The first video above features the 2013 Honda Civic and this visual review runs for just under 15 minutes, which also contains a test of the exhaust, a walkaround and test drive.

The reviewer explains that Honda’s 2013 Civic has been pushed back into the top 3 compact vehicles thanks to fresh styling, excellent fuel efficiency, sporty driving dynamics and generous standard equipment.

2013 Ford Focus review – above you will see two more videos, the first features one of the best compacts from Ford and in the 12-minute review you’ll see a walkaround of the vehicle and a test drive. The 2013 Ford Focus is a cheap commuter car that’s economical, simple and hard to find a fault with. We also included another video featuring an in depth test drive of the Ford Focus ST for those that want something a lot more sporty.

2013 Hyundai Elantra review – finally, we have an in-depth video review of the Hyundai Elantra Coupe SE that takes you through a start up and good look inside. You will also see another video above that delivers a test drive of the GT manual version.

2013 Honda Civic vs. the 2013 Ford Focus and 2013 Hyundai Elantra, what would you say is the best and why?

Another week and we have to report a new recall, and this time for several Hyundai and Kia models. The list of recalls includes six Hyundai and six Kia models, all for the same issue, and that would be for a faulty brake switch.

In total there are 1.6 million Hyundai and Kia models being recalled, which as you would expect not only comes as a huge blow to the car manufactures, but also the owners of those affected vehicles. For those with a good memory you will remember the 700,000 Hyundai and Kia vehicles for the same braking issue back in 2009, well this is to be added to that ever-increasing number.

The 1 million Hyundai Sonata, Elantra, Genesis Coupe, Santa Fe, Tucson and the Veracruz models along with the 620,000 Kia Optima, Rondo, Sedona, Sorento, Soul and the Sportage models built from 2007 to 2011 have the same malfunctioning brake switch, which causes the brake lights not to illuminate, and as a result could lead to an accident. Just imagine driving at spend and applying your brakes, only for the driver behind you not being able to see you are slowing down?

There are several other issues as well, which includes the cruise control not being able to apply the brakes, as well as the push starter not turning the cars over. As a result the NHTSA has had to issue a recall for all 12 models below, which will begin in June. The fix is a simple one, just the removal and replacement of the faulty brake light switch.

If you are driving behind one of those vehicles mentioned below then you had best keep a little distance, otherwise you could rear-end them if you drive too close.

Thanks to Autoblog.

We already knew that Hyundai had several ads planned for the Super Bowl on Sunday, but we did not have many details on the final one, that is until now. The 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe seven-seat is the final Super Bowl commercial and we also have details on pricing as well, which is just the icing on the cake after watching the video below.

As you would imagine Hyundai has been releasing these ads slowly as a way to drip-feed us until the build-up to the big game, which is today – the build-up I’m talking about. The commercial is called Called Epic PlayDate and features a family in the 2013 seven-seat Hyundai Santa Fe along with alternative rock band The Flaming Lips.

Because the family is so large they need a seven-seat vehicle and as you would imagine they all have different personalities, which is why we see them in various situations throughout the ad. There’s not much to this commercial and it’s not going to win any awards for its creativity, but what about the vehicle itself?

There are four versions of this larger Santa Fe with prices starting at $28,350 for the FWD GLS, the AWD version will cost an extra $1,750. Then there is the 2WD Limited Edition, which costs $33,100 and the four-wheel drive version will set you back $34,850. You’ll find more details by visiting Autoblog.

There’s not long to go until this years Super Bowl kicks off and while most of you will be excited to see the game, others always wonder what delights will await them before the game, at half time and after the game, as this is the prime time for companies to show off their new ads. We have just learned that the 2013 Santa Fe will have 5 ads shown, which will be the sixth time Hyundai has had a Super Bowl commercial or commercials run during the big sporting event.

Having five spots set aside is certain to cost the car manufacturer big, but as we have seen in the past being able to advertise your choosen product during the game is considered prime real estate because the audience reach is astounding. We’re told that the premise of the commercials is to have fun, much like the 2013 Toyota RAV4 Super Bowl ad we showed you yesterday.

One of the commercials has already been shown, which you can see for yourself below, but in a recent article there are now details on those four other commercials, which include: Epic PlayDate, Team, Stuck and finally Excited.

The first 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe commercial, which will air before the game will feature a new song from an alternative legendary rock band, the second is 30 seconds of our movie heaven, as it pays respect to some of those amazing action movies. The third features some recently married people on a journey in their new Santa Fe and the fourth features Gus Johnson giving us an analysis of the Genesis R-Spec version in the only way he knows best. The fifth commercial that we mentioned will be the one from the video you see below.

Whenever you hear the word Hyundai you automatically assume that we were talking about a vehicle, but you would be wrong this time because we are reporting news about the new Hyundai T7, which shows that the company has now joined the masses and entered into the very lucrative tablet market – if they get the formula right of course.

While it’s nice to see another sub-$200 Android tablet hit the market there are one or two issues that we have with the T7 tablet. This first is that this 7-inch tablet looks a lot like an overgrown Samsung Galaxy S3, and the second is that it’s clear that the Nexus 7 is its main rival, even tough it lacks some of the features of the Asus device.

Sticking with the Galaxy S3 theme the Hyundai T7 uses the same Samsung Exynos 4412 chipset, which we happen to know is more than up to the task. Looking at the specs the processor has a clock speed of 1.4GHz, there’s also 1GB or RAM and although we are little disappointed with the 8GB of built-in storage and the 2-megapixel camera, there is microSD card support.

Knowning that the Hyundai T7 is tens of dollars cheaper than the Nexus 7 is a bit of a bonus, that and the fact that the processor is also more powerful than the Tegra 3 in the Nexus 7, although this issue will be addressed in the 2nd-gen model.

Should you buy the Hyundai T7? Personally we would give this one a miss because while it may be cheap, the build quality and after market support is not going to be what you would expect from a tablet. The main reason for this is because Hyundai is new to the mobile world and could either be trying to maker a quick buck or is getting their feet wet ready for a larger onslaught.

Expectations are very high for the Eon, and for good reason. However, the success of the car will depend on many things, but the most important being the price. There is speculation that the price will be around Rs 2.5 lakh, and for that you get a car that is not short on features and a stunning interior – although the exterior is equally nice.

There won’t be much power from that small engine, but this would be impractical on many of India’s roads, it is for this reason why sales should impress Hyundai India. So that price and the 21.1 kmpl when compared to that of the Alto’s 19.73 kmpl should in theory force its rival down.

OnCars is there now ready to start live blogging during the event; it’s like their version of an Apple keynote. They also offer you updates on both Facebook and Twitter. Finally all the speculation will be put to rest on specs, price and an official launch date. How will the Hyundai Eon fare in this tough Indian market?

Update: It’s live as we speak

The first is the ever-popular Ford Focus, which has been doing well in Europe for years, but has now started to emulate that success across the pond. The model that you should choose has to be the 2012 Ford Focus ST. There is a sedan version, but we feel that it lacks something when compared to the hatchback. The 2.0-liter engine produces 246hp, but that’s thanks to the turbo that Ford has kindly supplied.

Next we have the 2012 Chevrolet Spark. The carmaker has been doing very well in the small car segment, and the Spark shows that they are not just committed to large sedans. There are a number of engine versions, but you are advised to go with the turbocharged version, as the standard engine will feel a little bit gutless.

The 2012 Fiat 500 Abarth is yet another small hatchback on this list, but choosing the right version is tough, as there have been so many. Again, if you want a little more power, then you should hold station, as a more powerful Abarth sports will soon be released to the market.

For those who want a hatchback for its looks, then you should go with the 2012 Hyundai Veloster. We have discussed this car on a number of occasions, and a recent test drive proved very positive. The design is audacious, which is just what we like, as we cannot stand things being too predictable.

What other 2012 hatchback cars should be on this list?

As ExpertReviews explains, FCEVs are an alternative to the common EV as they use hydrogen fuel cells to power them, leaving nothing but water vapor emissions, which are harmless to the environment of course. EVs however use a collection of batteries, which are charged from mains, to power them.

The Hyundai ix35 is the manufacturer’s third-generation fuel-cell electric vehicle. The company promises the fuel cell technology that these vehicles use is capable of functioning in cool climates as low as 25 degrees too. They also promise acceleration of 0-65mph in 12.8 seconds, top speeds of 100mph and a driving range of about 360 miles from one hydrogen fill.

Managing Director of Hyundai UK, Tony Whiteborn stated the company’s excitement about revealing the new vehicle at this year’s show. He also suggested the company’s aims saying ‘The ultimate goal would be to see zero-emission vehicles on UK roads within the next few years.’ He believes the market infrastructure will be key in determining whether this goal can be achieved.

If you’re interested in getting a peek at Hyundai’s new FCEV, head on over to EcoVelocity, which is being held at the Battersea Power Station from the 8th-11th of September. The company will also be showcasing their high-efficiency combustion engine vehicles, the i20 and i10 Blue.

What do you think of FCEVs? Will you be attending EcoVelocity?

The new car has a great potential and early reviews seem pleasingly positive. For those waiting to get their hands on one of these beautifully designed vehicles you will have to wait until the fall, it will be then that the true test begins, as we will find out if the 2012 Veloster will be able to cut it against its rivals. There are a number of design features that allow this model to stand out, such as that strange door configuration, which we discussed back in January when it appeared at the Detroit Auto Show.

Inside Line has not been able to get their hands on the production model, just an early prototype, so they know that they can only offer an opinion on how it feels to drive and not the fit and finish of the interior and other such things. The test model came with the 1.6-liter engine, which should be one of the most popular in the range, as it offers a decent performance and fuel-economy for this type of vehicle.

There will be a choice of standard manual or six-speed dual-clutch automated manual, the review car was the former. You will see from the images that the car looks very compact, so you will not be surprised that Hyundai has come up with a car that is not too heavy or light. That engine above will produce 138 horsepower and an expected 30-MPG city and 40 mile per gallon on the highway.

The first test with any new vehicle starts with the driving position, if this is wrong then you will never get to grips with the car itself – no matter how nice it looks. Remember that this is what you would call a sports car lite, so you sit low. You can read the full test drive here, but from what we make out Hyundai still has some work to do; once the bugs have been ironed out that will be when the cars true potential will shine through.

There are a number of things that all come together to help the 2012 Elantra from achieving 40MPG highway. The first is its lightweight design, which when taken into considartion of the power to weight ratio is much better than the Honda Civic. That power is helped along by two things, the first is its standard 1.8L, 4-cylinder engine, and the second is that amazing 6-speed SHIFTRONIC® automatic transmission. What you get is a potent car that will also give you a comfortable drive.

We do love how Hyundai has not shyed away from making the car as safe as possible, which is said to have made a few rivals stand up and take notice. In this day and age you want to be able to feel safe in your car, and with features that will make certain that you avoid any accidents, we are certain that you will be pleased.

Some cars in the same price range do have a few state-of-the-art safety features, be we really cannot say for certain if they will offer as much as the 2012 Hyundai Elantra. There are 8 key features that we need to highlight for you, they are as follows: Vehicle Stability Management system, Electronic Stability Control, Traction Control System, Anti-lock Braking System, Electronic Brake-force Distribution, Brake Assist, Six airbags and finally Dual rear-door side-impact beams.

However, what we are more impressed with is that you get all this out of a car that has a starting price of just $15,195. For more details visit the Hyundai website.