Hyundai Motor and Kia each set a record for U.S. sales in October, citing strong demand for hybrid and electric vehicle models. According to Sina Finance, Hyundai Motor America sold 73,452 vehicles in the United States last month, up 5% from 70,118 a year earlier and its highest October total on record. Hyundai's hybrid sales rose 20% year over year and accounted for 29% of its monthly total. From January through October, its hybrid sales increased 50% from the same period last year, while total U.S. sales rose 3% to 770,916 vehicles from 748,467. Kia America reported October sales of 80,008 vehicles, up 16% year over year and a record for the month, attributing the result to strong demand for hybrid and electric vehicle models.