SEOUL/SHANGHAI -- Hyundai Motor posted record-high operating profit for the April-June quarter on strong performance in North America and South Korea, but sluggish sales in China reveal stark regional contrasts.
Flush with cash, automaker to expand in North America, Southeast Asia and India

Hyundai's new SUV is displayed at Auto Shanghai in April. The South Korean automaker is struggling in the Chinese market. (Photo by Tomoko Wakasugi)
SEOUL/SHANGHAI -- Hyundai Motor posted record-high operating profit for the April-June quarter on strong performance in North America and South Korea, but sluggish sales in China reveal stark regional contrasts.