It’s no secret that Hyundai’s design department is kind of the one to beat right now. But when the redesigned 2024 Hyundai Kona goes on sale this summer, this compact crossover’s upgrades are more than just skin-deep.
The 2024 Hyundai Kona will also feature over-the-air updates — the ability to wireless transmit software updates just like a smartphone. That might not seem special in an era when Tesla adds video games and fart sound effects via OTA. Aside from those sort of gimmicks, OTA updates can be a vital way to add new features and fix bugs that replace and even surpass mechanical repairs.
OTAs are largely seen as the key to unlocking the software-focused future automakers want. So it’s notable that Hyundai has picked the humble Kona — the outgoing model started at just $22,140 — for this OTA ...