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Hyundai Faces Backlash Over Assembly Defects: Consumer Trust at RiskHyundai is facing recurring assembly defect controversiesWhile this is a fundamental issue,there seems to be no sign of improvement Due to continual assembly defect controversies, Hyundai has been put on the chopping block. This marks the third controversy this month alone. Hyundai’s Chairman, Chung Eui-sun, had previously vowed to prioritize quality management to regain consumer […]
Santa Cruz Facelift: Hyundai's Masculine Pickup Truck Wows at New York Auto ShowHyundai’s Newly Revealed Santa CruzPickup Truck Emphasizes MasculinityWill it Launch in Korea? Hyundai is set to release the Santa Cruz pickup truck’s facelift model in North America. The vehicle, first unveiled at the 2024 New York Auto Show, has sparked high demand from Korean consumers due to the country’s limited selection of pickup truck models. This […]
Kia Unveils K4: Could it Outshine Elantra with Its Performance Levels?Anticipated Midsize Model K4Recently Revealed Specs and DesignCompared to the Elantra The Kia K4, a midsize sedan eagerly awaited as a rival to the Elantra, has finally unveiled its design. On the 27th, Kia showcased the physical models of the entire K4 lineup, including the sedan and the GT Line, along with an unexpected hatchback, […]
Classic BMW Spotted on the Streets of SeoulA 1971 BMW 3.0 CS equipped with an automatic transmission was spotted in Seongsu-dong. There are many factors to consider when manufacturing a car today. These include driver safety, pedestrian safety, exhaust gas concentration, interior space, and collision safety. However, when these regulations were relatively lax in the past, more attention could be paid to […]
Genesis Reveals Mass Production Schedule for Concept Car NeolunGenesis unveils large SUV concept car NeolunSneak peek at the Genesis GV90 Genesis can be said to be the only premium brand in South Korea. They unveiled the brand’s first full-size SUV concept car at Genesis House New York (Genesis’s first global brand culture space). The name of the unveiled concept car is Neolun. Although […]
Hyundai's Upcoming Pickup Truck Promises Big ThingsHyundai’s Pickup Truck LineupNew Vehicle Based on Creta Coming SoonExpected to Launch as Early as 2026 The Santa Cruz is Hyundai’s only pickup truck model. Based on the Tucson, it’s primarily sold in the North American market and is expected to undergo a facelift soon. However, there is news that Hyundai plans to introduce a […]
Tesla Makes Strong Move for Cybertruck in CrisisTesla Cybertruck now offers six additional wrap colors for approximately $7,600 The arrival of the Cybertruck in South Korea last month via Busan Customs has sparked rumors of its imminent domestic launch. However, the Cybertruck was brought in not for an official launch but for a public reveal at the Suwon World Cup Stadium. Consequently, […]
Whose Idea Was This BMW Concept Car?BMW’s concept car, GINA, stands out with its unique exterior Concept cars are a way for manufacturers to showcase their future vision and creativity. However, sometimes, they can also reveal the manufacturer’s eccentricity. Although manufacturers consider these vehicles the culmination of their imagination, they can sometimes lead to creating truly unique cars. Just search the […]
South Korean Office Worker Traveled to Laos with $3,000, Becomes Top Player in Business SectorKOLAO Chairman Oh Sei Young of LVMC Holdings starts a used car business in Laos with $3,000Known as ‘Samsung of Laos’ In 1997, $3,000 was worth approximately 3.3 million Korean won. Recently, a former corporate employee who left for Laos with such a small amount of money to start a business has gained attention for […]
Kia PV5's Mass Production Schedule Finally RevealedKia’s first PBV (Purpose Built Vehicle), PV5Set to begin mass production in 2025 Kia plans to mass-produce its first Purpose-Built Vehicle (PBV) model, PV5, as early as mid-2025. PBV is purpose-based mobility and a customized vehicle that can be developed and manufactured into completely different models depending on each person’s personality or needs. Due to […]
Kia K4 Attracts Worldwide AttentionKia’s new K4 model has appeared after a long wait. This new model was developed as a successor to the K3 and attracted attention even before its release, thanks to its sedan-like SUV style. The change in model name from K3 to K4 raises expectations for improved product value of compact vehicles with a different […]
Two Sports Cars Known for Their Worst Designs Are…What are the two sports carsthat received a barrage of criticismfor their worst designs? Sports cars are expected to perform beyond everyday driving and carry a sense of style and personality. Owners want their sports cars to flaunt designs that are full of emotion. Typically, the design alone can hint at the car’s performance, which […]
Why Will the New Kia K4 Not Be Released in Korea?Revealed K4 receives hot responsesNo news of a domestic launch Kia’s midsize sedan K4 was unveiled on the 21st, Korean time.Domestic consumers have been waiting for this car for quite a while. Unfortunately, the K4 is a North American strategic model with no plan for a domestic release. Despite this, the revealed K4 has received […]
Mercedes-Benz AMG Electric Vehicle Spotted in TestingThe anticipated electric AMG sedan prototype has been spotted.It will become a bona fide sports sedan Porsche’s first pure electric sports car, the Taycan, sets a new milestone in the luxury electric car market by surpassing 100,000 units produced in 2022. Was Mercedes, having watched the success of the Panamera and created the AMG-GT sedan, […]
Hyundai Sonata's New Design Ditches Straight Eyebrow-shaped DRLHyundai’s family lookStraight eyebrow-shaped DRLhas been boldly removed The family look has the advantage of creating a sense of stability through a design that represents a brand’s identity and simultaneously creates unity. In addition, it can become a brand’s unique design and have a differentiating factor from other designs. As cars are expensive products, consumers […]
Why Kia's Ambitious K4 Won't Hit South Korean Roads: Insights RevealedKia’s next-generation compact vehicle, K4Scheduled to be fully unveiled on March 21No plan for launch in South Korea Just as the Kia K7 changed its name to K8 after being wholly defeated in competition with the Grandeur (Azera for the North American market), the K3’s ( Forte for the North American market) successor model is […]
Kia Stinger Tribute Edition Reborn: AI Rendering Shows Convertible TransformationWhat if the ill-fated Kia Stinger were to be resurrected as a convertible? Imaginative rendering created by AI is stirring up a buzz The Kia Stinger has been evaluated as having left a significant footprint in the history of Korean high-performance automobiles. Despite favorable evaluations in overseas markets such as Europe and the U.S., it […]
Ford Makes Significant Interior Changes to the 2025 Expedition Ford's large SUV, the Expedition, has leaked interior photos ahead of its arrival for the 2025 model year. It features a centerfascia that resembles Lincoln's Nautilus and a panoramic display. Engines and specs are undecided, but the car is expected to be unveiled in New York soon, with a domestic launch undecided...
How Electric Vehicle Technology is Reshaping the Auto IndustryThe Pivotal Point in the Electric Vehicle WarIs Dedicated PlatformsWhat are the characteristics of each company’s platform? As the competition in the electric vehicle market intensifies, each company has started to produce its dedicated platform. Companies that were not initially proactive about electrification built electric vehicles based on internal combustion engine platforms. However, as the […]
30 New Rides: Volkswagen's Massive Push to Reshape the Auto IndustryVolkswagen Group’s 202430 new models and customized strategyWill there be a turnaround in the automobile market? Volkswagen Group has revealed its ambition to lead the global automobile market in 2024. This year, Volkswagen Group plans to launch 30 new models across multiple brands. This includes updated versions of models such as the new Porsche Macan, […]
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