Hyundai, Chrysler to End Mexico Distribution Deal

Hyundai Motor Co. intends to dissolve its 14-year-old agreement to sell its vehicles in Mexico through Chrysler Group LLC and set up its own dealer network there, Automotive News reports.

Chrysler will continue to sell and service Hyundai vehicles in Mexico until the new dealerships are opened, the two companies tell the newspaper. They did not disclose when the outlets will open or where they will be located.

Since 2000, Chrysler de Mexico has sold Hyundai models under the Dodge brand. The Hyundai Accent subcompact and i10 minicar are known as the Dodge Attitude and 110 by Dodge, respectively. But both also have Hyundai badges on their grilles.