THE BREAKDOWN Hyundai is ending production of the Santa Cruz earlier than expected. Pour one out for the Hyundai Santa Cruz. According to a report from Automotive News, Hyundai will wrap up production of the Santa Cruz pickup earlier than originally planned. Hyundai sent a statement to Motor1, saying:'The Santa Cruz Sport Adventure Vehicle continues to be a valued ongoing member of the Hyundai product portfolio. For now, the handful of Santa Cruz fans will have to say goodbye to Hyundai’s tiny ute.