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EPA Cites Hyundai, Kia For Inflating Gas Mileage On 900,000 Cars

The Environmental Protection Agency found Hyundai and its sister company, Kia, overstated the fuel economy ratings on about 900,000 cars. Nam Y. Huh/AP hide caption

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EPA Cites Hyundai, Kia For Inflating Gas Mileage On 900,000 Cars

November 5, 2012 • The Environmental Protection Agency says the two South Korean carmakers, owned by the same parent company, overstated the gas mileage on 900,000 vehicles over the past three years. The automakers say they will reimburse customers by covering the additional fuel costs.

EPA Cites Hyundai, Kia For Inflating Gas Mileage On 900,000 Cars

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