Jose Muñoz will become CEO of Hyundai Motor Co. on Jan. 1

Jose Munoz speaks behind a podium at the Automotive News Congress. — Jose Muñoz: "I'm excited and motivated by the challenge ahead and want to continue Hyundai’s growth trajectory.” (AUTOMOTIVE NEWS FILE PHOTO)

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November 15, 2024 01:00 AM

Jose Muñoz, COO of Hyundai Motor Co. and CEO of Hyundai and Genesis Motor North America, will step into the top position at the global automaker at the start of the new year.

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