Hyundai Donates 2025 Elantra N to RVCC Automotive Technology Program

BRANCHBURG, NJ — Raritan Valley Community College in Branchburg has received a donated 2025 Hyundai Elantra N for its Automotive Technology program.

A gift the college said will help students build hands-on experience with current vehicle technology.

According to the college, Hyundai Motor America donated the vehicle so students can train on up-to-date systems found in one of the automaker’s high-performance models.

The college said the donation will allow students to learn about the vehicle’s components and diagnostics, knowledge they are expected to encounter when working in the automotive industry.

"We are extremely grateful to Hyundai for this generous donation of a 2025 Hyundai Elantra N. Vehicles are one of the most necessary — and hardest to attain — items for automotive programs, and it’s vital for students to train on them in order to gain valuable, relevant experience," said Sara Heller, Assistant Professor/Coordinator of RVCC’s Automotive Technology Program. "We cannot thank Hyundai enough for this donation. The students are already excited to begin learning about and training on the vehicle."

Hyundai also described the donation as part of its workforce training efforts.

"The future of our industry depends on how well we prepare and inspire the next generation of automotive technicians," said Emanue'l King, Senior Manager, Technical Training Programs, Hyundai Motor America. "This donation reflects Hyundai’s commitment to turning education into real-world opportunity. By placing a Hyundai vehicle, diagnostic scan tool (GDS), and our web-based technical training directly into students’ hands, we’re giving them experience with the same tools and technology they’ll encounter in the field. Our goal is to help students build confidence, strengthen their skills, and see a clear pathway from the classroom to a rewarding career within our dealership network."

Raritan Valley Community College is located at 118 Lamington Road in Branchburg.

More information about RVCC’s Automotive Technology degree and certificate programs is available at raritanval.edu/programs/career-enhancement/career-training/automotive-technology or contact Sara Heller at sara.heller@raritanval.edu.

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