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Alexandria Hyundai/Genesis of Alexandria Celebrate the Grand Opening of their New Facilities in Alexandria, VA

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Alexandria Va  September 17, 2024 marked the grand opening of the long awaited remodeling and reimagining of Alexandia Hyundai (1707 Mt. Vernon Ave.) and Genesis of Alexandria (1801 Mt. Vernon Ave.) The new buildings embody Kevin Reilly’s approach to providing the best customer service and satisfaction to Alexandria and the Northern Virginia area. According to Reilly, “I am so grateful to the City of Alexandria and its citizens who have always been there for us. I want to thank everyone who have made the last 23 years so special and hope my staff and I can be there for you.”

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Kevin Reilly and his family – Ava, wife Mary, Llayton, and Christiana (Photo: Debby Critchley/The Zebra Press)

Alexandria Hyundai has been a fixture on Mt. Vernon Ave. in the Del Ray area of Alexandria since 2001. Kevin Reilly, Owner and President, and his team has brought outstanding service in taking care of their customers and contributing to their community. Alexandria Hyundai has received many sales and customer satisfaction awards, including the Hyundai Board of Excellence Award and the #1 Customer Satisfaction Rating for large volume dealers in the region.

The new Genesis of Alexandria building (Photo: Lucelle O”Flaherty/The Zebra Press)

Hyundai has always been known for their advance design and reliability. The Hyundai introduced the Excel to United States In 1986.  The Sonata made its debut in 1988 and has been a favorite of the Hyundai sedan line. In 2014, Hyundai started an initiative to focus on improving vehicle dynamics in its vehicles and hired Albert Biermann, former Vice President of Engineering at BMW, to direct chassis development for Hyundai vehicles, stating: “The company intends to become a technical leader in ride and handling, producing vehicles that lead their respective segments for driver engagement.”

Originally, the Genesis model became part of the standard lineup of Hyundai in 2008. In 2017, Hyundai Motor Car introduced the Genesis into the luxury car market as a stand-alone brand. Per Hyundai, “Genesis embraces creation. We believe that every drive deserves to be a discovery. Genesis focuses on manufacturing luxury vehicles, including sedans and SUVs. The vehicles feature an elegant design, and advanced technology. The new GV70 electric crossover SUV by Genesis will be manufactured at its new plant in Alabama.

Kevin Reilly is the Owner and President of Alexandria Hyundai. Kevin opened Alexandria Hyundai in 2001. He works with his team daily to take great care of customers, co-workers, and the community. Over the 23 years in operation, the team at Alexandria Hyundai has received many sales and customer satisfaction awards, including the Hyundai Board of Excellence Award and the #1 Customer Satisfaction Rating for large volume dealers in the region.

Alexandria Hyundai and its charitable arm, Hyundai Hope and Hyundai Hope on Wheels made several presentations in support of the local community. Kevin and Hyundai Hope presented a check to Alexandria Celebrates Women for $10,000 to support their work supporting women in need.

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Kevin Reilly and Hyundai Hopes present a check to Alexandria Celebrates Women (Photo: Debby Critchley/The Zebra Press)

The Genesis Inspiration Foundation presented a check to for $10,000 to Del Ray Artisans to help them continue bringing art to all in Alexandria.

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Genesis Inspiration Foundation and Kevin Reilly presented a check to for $10,000 to Del Ray Artisans (Photo: Lucelle O”Flaherty/The Zebra Press)

Kevin and his partners at Genesis Gives also presented a check for $10,000 to the  Washington Tennis and Education Foundation.

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Kevin Reilly and Genesis presents a check from for $10,000 to the Washington Tennis and Education Foundation (Photo: Lucelle O”Flaherty/The Zebra Press)

Reilly is an active participant in Hyundai Hope on Wheels – Hyundai’s mission to help children, parents and doctors fight and win the battle against pediatric cancer. He focuses primarily on raising funds for pediatric cancer research and through his efforts, he has helped donate more than $3 million to Children’s National Hospital over the past decade. According to Reilly, “In this 25th year, Hyundai Hope on Wheels will donate $25 million in pediatric cancer research grants, bringing the lifetime total to $225 million.” In addition, Reilly announced the funding of a Chair for Children’s Cancer Research at Georgetown University Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center.

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Hyundai Hope on Wheels and Kevin Reilly present a check to the Georgetown Lombardy

In addition, Kevin is active in the Alexandria community, receiving the Hopkins House Heart of the Community Award for civic and charitable work in the Alexandria, VA community, and the Heart of Del Ray and Star Awards for civic and charitable work in the Del Ray district of Alexandria, VA.

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