New Leadership with Flip Torrez: Larry H. Miller Southwest Hyundai

Here at Larry H. Miller Southwest Hyundai we recently welcomed a new General Manager, Flip Torrez. Flip came here with a vision and passion for our store and we are looking forward to the places he will take us!

We sat down with Flip and asked him some questions so we could get to know the man behind the position. 


How long have you worked with Larry H. Miller Southwest Hyundai?

• I have been with Hyundai 5 months

How long have you been with Larry H. Miller Dealerships?

• I have worked for Larry H. Miller for a total of 8 years

What was your first job with Larry H. Miller?

•  My 1st position with LHM was as a finance manager for Brad Francis Ford

If you could pick any vehicle off the lot, what would it be? Why?

•  The Hyundai Genesis, for its overall style. It just looks gangsta. 

When did your passion for Hyundai begin?

•  The day I stepped on the lot, and realized this is home.

Why would you pick a Hyundai over another brand?

•  The overall cost of ownership. It’s just a smart buy.

What is your favorite road trip destination?

•  San Antonio, I have 5 children and it’s about a 10 hour trip 2 hours per kid is just about right.

What is your favorite thing to do in your spare time?

•  Spend time with my family, while sneaking in the occasional round of golf.

If you could vacation anywhere in the world, where would you go?

• Greece, we have been fortunate to have had the opportunity to visit many different cultures, but Greece would be next on our list.

Thank you Flip for letting us know you better!


The Albuquerque Journal also ran an article with more insight about Flip's journey into auto. You can read the article HERE.

Hyundai Assurance Warranty

We notice here at Southwest Hyundai, when it comes to purchasing a new vehicle, one of the items that seems to top the list is warranty. What is the warranty, what does it cover, how much us it, how reliable? All of these questions are legitimate and smart to think about when considering where you want to purchase your vehicle.

Hyundai's Assurance is truly America's Best Warranty. The competition doesn't come close:

Hyundai Blue Link

Are you ready to navigate, connect, and discover with the push of a button? Then you are ready for Hyundai BlueLink.

What is BlueLink?
"This innovative technology sends and receives messages to keep you well connected at all times. Access Blue Link through a smartphone, web application or in-car system to find a gas station or shortcut, lock or unlock your car remotely, call for help and much more."

2015 Santa Fe - Exterior

With 160 cubic feet of interior volume and seating for six or seven, the 2015 Santa Fe takes the family vehicle to the next level. Not only does it provide award winning safety features, but the exterior adds character and flow to your drive.

Exterior features:

·      Roof rack side rails

·      Heated side mirrors

·      Front solar glass and rear privacy glass

·      Projector headlights with LED accents

·      Front fog lights

·      Hands-free Smart Liftgate with auto open

2015 Santa Fe - Interior

The Santa Fe. Room for 7, and enough cargo space for you, your family, and your cargo!

“The Santa Fe GLS has seating for seven passengers, standard, with features that provide the perfect balance of comfort and flexibility. The second-row seats have 40/20/40 split-folding seatbacks and offer a slide and recline feature. The third-row bench seat has a 50/50 split-folding seatback as well.”

Interior features:

·      Proximity Key entry with push button start

·      Panoramic sunroof

·      2nd-row air conditioning vents

·      3rd-row air conditioning vents

·      7-passenger seating

·      Heated front seats

·      Bluetooth hands-free phone system

·      iPod/USB and auxiliary input jacks

New and Used Hyundai

When it comes to award winning vehicles, Hyundai has become a player year after year. From the Elantra, Genesis, to the Sonata and Santa Fe, it is clear that safety has become the priority in each Hyundai.

Here are Larry H Miller Southwest Hyundai, we have new and pre-owned Hyundai's that will fit your needs and budget.

Larry H Miller Southwest Hyundai 

8800 Lomas Boulevard Northeast 

Phone: (855) 557-9760

Hyundai Safety Award Winners

Hyundai has taken some top spots in the safety department! The 2015 models of the Sonata, Elantra, and Genesis have been awarded:

SONATA - 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick with safety features:

• Foreign Collision Warning
• Blind Spot Detection
• Rear Cross-traffic Alert
• Lane Change Assist
• Lane Departure Warning
• Rear Parking Assistance System
• Driver’s Knee Airbag
• Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) system
• Traction Control System (TCS)
• BlueLink
• Electronic Parking Brake

ELANTRA - 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick with safety features:

• Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
• Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) 
• Hillstart Assist Control (HAC)
• Traction Control System (TCS)
• Standard Anti-lock Braking System
• Electronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD)
• Brake Assist (BA)

GENESIS - 2015 IIHS Top Safety Pick with safety features:

• Rear-Cross Traffic Alert
• Blind Spot Detection
• Lane Departure Warning
• Lane Keep Assist
• Automatic Emergency Braking
• Smart Cruise Control
• Heads-Up Display
• LCD Color Instrument Panel Display
• HID Headlights With High Beam Assist
• Nine Airbags