Hyundai and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Continue Collaboration to Promote Child Passenger Safety

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Hyundai Motor America and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) recently held their third child passenger safety event, continuing their partnership since 2022. Hyundai Hope has donated an additional $50,000 to CHOP's Child Safety Seat Program, which will provide approximately 600 car seats for families in need. To date, this collaboration has funded more than 2,000 car seats.

During the event, certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians educated parents on proper car seat installation and use, performed safety inspections, and provided replacement seats when necessary. The partnership aims to promote child passenger safety and equip families with resources to protect children on the road.

Hyundai Hope is a corporate social responsibility initiative from Hyundai Motor North America, focusing on improving society's wellbeing. Hyundai Motor America offers a technology-rich lineup of vehicles in the U.S. and contributes significantly to the U.S. economy through its operations and dealership network.

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• Hyundai's $50,000 donation to CHOP's Child Safety Seat Program
• Partnership has provided over 2,000 car seats to families in need since 2022
• Hyundai's contribution to U.S. economy: $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs

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• Hyundai Hope donates $50,000 to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia in support of its Child Safety Seat Program
• To date, this partnership has funded more than 2,000 car seats for families in need

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Motor America and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) recently held their third child passenger safety event. Since partnering in 2022, more than 1,400 car seats have been provided to families in need. To further support these ongoing efforts, Hyundai is donating an additional $50,000 to supply approximately 600 car seats for CHOP's Child Safety Seat Program.

"Hyundai is dedicated to fostering a culture of safety that extends beyond our vehicles and into our communities," said Cole Stutz, chief safety officer, Hyundai Motor North America. "Through our partnership with CHOP, we are proud to continue promoting child passenger safety and equipping families with the resources they need to protect their children on the road."

During the recent event, certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians (CPST) educated parents and caregivers on the correct installation and use of car seats. These technicians also performed thorough safety inspections for expiration dates, manufacturer recalls, and proper fit. Families in need of new car seats were given replacements to ensure the utmost safety for their children.

"With the generous support of Hyundai Motor America, CHOP's injury prevention program will provide car seats to families, provide education, and empower them to correctly use their seat during every ride," said Gina Duchossois, injury prevention manager, CHOP.

Hyundai Hope
Hyundai Hope is a corporate social responsibility initiative from Hyundai Motor North America, committed to the principle of Progress for Humanity and the goal of improving the wellbeing of society. Hyundai Hope dedicates time and supplies resources to nonprofit organizations that support the health and safety of individuals and foster positive growth in communities. For more information, visit www.HyundaiHope.com.

Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (in development in Georgia), and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai's 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a recent economic impact report. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

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FAQ

How much did Hyundai Hope donate to CHOP's Child Safety Seat Program in 2024?

Hyundai Hope donated $50,000 to Children's Hospital of Philadelphia's Child Safety Seat Program in 2024.

How many car seats will Hyundai's 2024 donation to CHOP provide?

Hyundai's $50,000 donation in 2024 will provide approximately 600 car seats for families in need through CHOP's Child Safety Seat Program.

How many car seats has the Hyundai-CHOP partnership funded since 2022?

Since partnering in 2022, Hyundai and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia have funded more than 2,000 car seats for families in need.

What is Hyundai's annual economic contribution to the U.S. economy?

According to a recent economic impact report, Hyundai's operations and dealership network contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy.