Hyundai, Kia set record March auto sales in U.S. market

Hyundai Motor and its affiliate Kia Motors set new records in sales for the month of March in the U.S. market.

According to the latest company data the two carmakers combined sold some 1-hundred-70-thousand units last month UP about 13 percent on year.

This is reportedly the highest-ever March sales and also marks the sixth straight month of growth.

This latest performance is being linked to stellar sales of eco-friendly vehicles.