
HYUNDAI TO INTRO NEW EXCAVATORS AND HOST OPERATOR COMPETITION AT CONEXPO
NORCROSS, Ga. (Jan. 6, 2026) – For CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2026, in addition to showcasing representative models from its full line of construction equipment, HD Construction Equipment Hyundai North America will be unveiling the first models of its Next Generation HX crawler excavators to be available in the United States and Canada. Hyundai will also be hosting an operator challenge at its indoor booth in West Hall (W42500) with $1,000 in prize money to each day’s winners.
The new Next Generation HX excavator models integrate advanced technologies that build on Hyundai’s core qualities of productivity, operator comfort, safety and serviceability, while delivering significant improvements in fuel efficiency.
The Hyundai Operator Challenge will run Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday (March 3, 4 and 5), with contestants competing on a Hyundai HX19E electric excavator. Popular YouTube influencers will be on hand for the event. Details on how to compete will be shared through Hyundai North America social media channels.
Shop Talks and Walks at the Hyundai Booth Saturday
Hyundai NA is also participating in Shop Talks and Walks, the CONEXPO equipment maintenance workshop program, on Saturday, March 7.

