Hyundai Motor Co. named Jose Munoz as chief executive officer, making him the first foreigner to lead the South Korean automaker as it seeks to grow outside its home country.

Hyundai Motor has appointed José Muñoz, head of U.S. operations and global chief operating officer, as its first foreign CEO, marking the first time a major South Korean company has appointed a foreign CEO.

Hyundai Motor named Jose Munoz, current U.S. chief and global chief operating officer, as its new chief executive officer on Friday, marking a rare appointment of a foreign national to the top post at a major South Korean conglomerate.

Hyundai Motor has named chief operating officer José Muñoz as the first foreign leader of the world’s third-largest carmaker, as the South Korean company gears up for Donald Trump’s second presidency.

Hyundai Motor appointed Jose Munoz as its new president and chief executive, making him the first non-Korean leader of the auto giant.

José Muñoz has been appointed as the new CEO of Hyundai Motor Company, effective January 1, 2025, succeeding Jaehoon Chang.

Hyundai Motor Co. appointed Jose Muñoz as global president and CEO, recognizing his leadership in record sales and EV advancements.

Muñoz appointment is expected to strengthen Hyundai’s global strategy following the re-election of former US President Donald Trump.

Hyundai Motor has named Jose Munoz, its U.S. chief and global chief operating officer, as co-CEO, the first appointment of a foreign national to that rank at a major South Korean conglomerate. The move - along with the appointment of a former U.