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Xiaomi's SU7: A Revolutionary EV or a Financial Disaster?Xiaomi’s continuous controversy unveiled by CEO Lei JunSurprising facts shock China Chinese electronics company Xiaomi has been embroiled in endless controversy since the launch of its electric sedan, the SU7. The vehicle has been under scrutiny for its performance and safety after videos of accidents immediately after its release circulated online, including instances of the […]
The Shark is Unleashed: BYD's New Pickup Truck RevealedShark’s new BYD pickup truck has attracted much attention, even before its official unveiling at the Beijing Motor Show in April. Set to be the first plug-in hybrid pickup truck, BYD’s Shark can be seen as the pickup version of the SUV Bao 5 from BYD’s subsidiary, Fang Cheng Bao, using the same platform as […]
Tesla's Reign Challenged: BYD's New Electric SUV on the HorizonChinese automaker BYD is setting its sights on the global electric vehicle market.This time, they’re targeting Tesla with a coupe-style electric SUV. According to a February report by market research firm TrendForce, Tesla held the top spot in the global electric vehicle market share at 19.9%, but BYD was hot on its heels at 17.0%. […]
Kia's EV6 Gets an Imaginative MakeoverKia EV6, the first Kia electric vehicle based on the E-GMP platform, is approaching its facelift period. Its radical appearance, contrasting with the Hyundai Ioniq 5, created a buzz. The high-performance version, EV6 GT, has been released, but what if an even more hardcore model comes out? Based on this electric vehicle, a unique virtual […]
Kia's Tasman: A Pickup Truck Today, an SUV Tomorrow?On the 23rd, a glimpse of Kia’s new pickup truck, the Tasman, was revealed, sparking hot reactions from consumers. After removing the Tasman’s camouflage cover, Kia officially unveiled a prototype that only had a camouflage film attached. Shrouded in mystery, the unveiled front view of the Tasman closely matches the previously released renderings, causing quite […]
Hybrid Cars Outpace Electric: 40% Sales Increase in KoreaSales increased by 40% Over Last YearOutpaces Electric Vehicle ExportsTop 3 Popular Hybrid Sedans? Hybrid vehicles are making their presence known by replacing electric cars. According to the Korean Automobile Mobility Industry Association on the 24th, in the domestic eco-friendly car market in the first quarter of this year, the sales of hybrid vehicles recorded […]
Lexus LS500 Models Recalled Due to Airbag ConcernsJapanese premium brand Lexus Recently, they’ve been suffering from glitches againSharp criticism from consumers continues Lexus is the pride of the Japanese premium car brand. Recently, an unbelievable defect was discovered in the brand. The defect occurred in a similar area to those found in some Toyota and Lexus models in December 2023, and consumers […]
Rolls-Royce's Stunning Spirit Of Expression Collection - A Must-SeeConsisting of the Phantom, Ghost, and SpecterRolls Royce Spirit of CollectionTo be revealed at the Beijing Motor Show The Rolls-Royce Spirit of Expression Collection, consisting of the Phantom, Ghost, and Specter, is set to be unveiled at the upcoming 2024 Beijing Motor Show: the Ghost Extended, Phantom Extended, and Specter. The first collection produced by […]
BYD's Big Bet: Can Their Super9 Supercar Outshine Lamborghini and Ferrari?BYD Unveils New SUV and Supercar Under Premium BrandDemonstrates Robust Competitiveness Chinese automaker BYD recently announced that it will unveil new SUVs and supercars under its premium brand, Fincher. At the BYD conference on April 16, three new vehicles were revealed: the concept SUV Super 3, the flagship SUV Bao 8, and the convertible supercar […]
Porsche's Game-Changer: The 1000 Horsepower Electric SUVFollowing the release of the Macan EV, Porsche is once again looking to make its mark with an SUV. The company is reportedly developing the 7-seater flagship K1 electric SUV (codenamed), which is larger than the Cayenne and features a third row. The K1 test mule, set for a 2023 launch, was recently spotted. Despite […]
2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS: A Roaring Comeback with V8 EngineThe 2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS is now offering sports packages for all models and comes equipped with a fully digital dashboard. The Porsche Cayenne combines the characteristics of a sports car and an off-road SUV. It recently returned as a new 2025 model. The new Porsche Cayenne GTS has about 40 horsepower more than the […]
Volvo's XC90 SUV: 16 Years, 0 Fatal Accidents—Safety Secret UnveiledVolvo flagship SUV, XC90 Achieved 0 fatal accidents for 16 years Proven once again to be synonymous with safety On April 16, Volvo Car Korea announced that Volvo’s flagship SUV model, the XC90, had not caused a single fatal accident in the UK for 16 years since 2002. The XC90 is a model that has […]
Next-Generation Audi A3: Unveiling Advanced Features and Dynamic DesignFacelifted Audi A3Sedan and Sportback model revealedVarious functions are provided as standard The Audi brand became a hot topic when it unveiled the new A3 sedan and Sportback, which returned for the 2024 model. The facelifted A3 has various standard features, including LED headlights, electric sports seats, and a 10.1-inch touch infotainment system. In addition, […]
Audi Unveils Lighting Technology That Allows Communication With Nearby DriversThe technology installed in vehicles is advancing amazingly. Recently launched vehicles are equipped with AI functions, and vehicles even equipped with self-driving technology are being released one after another. While the technology installed in vehicles has advanced, the expressions that can be conveyed through vehicles are still stuck in the past. Vehicles can only convey […]
Three Top-End Sedans Equipped With V6 EnginesRecently, as vehicles have been launched as hybrid or electric models, it has become increasingly difficult to see vehicles equipped with a V6 engine. The V6 engine has several advantages over other engines, and the exhaust sound is more unique and better than the V4 engine. Additionally, V6 engines can be combined with turbochargers and […]
Mercedes-Benz's Fall from Grace: Design Overkill to Blame?Mercedes-Benz Faces Design CriticismA Designer Creates a Unique Blend with Porsche Taycan Mercedes-Benz, which held the top spot in the imported car market for seven years, has fallen to third place, being overtaken by BMW and Tesla. Various factors, such as price and configuration, contribute to this phenomenon, but criticism over its design is also […]
Mixed Reviews: Ram's New Pickup Truck Model Faces Criticism in the U.S.Dodge’s Pickup Truck Model RAM Announces a New Model Release But Faces Criticism Locally? The pickup truck is the symbol of America. Dodge’s full-size pickup truck, the Ram, is one model that American consumers greatly love. This model, which first appeared in 1981 and is still the most loved by Americans, ranks third among American […]
Lamborghini Inferno: Dispute Between Dealers Ends in Tragic FireFire in IndiaEngulfs Supercar?Used Car Dealer Suspected Supercar fires aren’t as rare as you might think. They can be caused by various issues, such as fuel leaks or overheating, but the majority are spontaneous fires in the engine compartment of a perfectly functioning supercar. There may be instances when someone intentionally fires a car due […]
Tesla's Full Self Driving Subscription Now 50% Cheaper - Here's WhyTesla Slashes FSD Subscription Price by HalfOffers One Month Free SubscriptionWhat’s Behind the Aggressive Discount? Tesla has cut the subscription fee for Full Self Driving (FSD) by half. FSD is Tesla’s highest level of autonomous driving technology. It supports most functions necessary for driving, including automatic parking and lane changes, signal and stop sign recognition, […]
Ferrari's Rome Spider Wins Prestigious Red Dot Award for Best DesignFamous for its pretty designs, the Ferrari convertible Rome SpiderIn the end, they won the Red Dot award Ferrari, a famous Italian supercar brand, recently announced some happy news. It won the best design award from Germany’s Red Dot Award Association. The Rome Spider vehicle equi, topped with a folding soft top, was selected as […]
Xiaomi's SU7: A Revolutionary EV or a Financial Disaster? Xiaomi’s continuous controversy unveiled by CEO Lei JunSurprising facts shock China Chinese electronics company Xiaomi has been embroiled in endless controversy since the launch of its electric sedan, the SU7. The vehicle has been under scrutiny for its performance and safety after videos of accidents immediately after its release circulated online, including instances of the […]
The Shark is Unleashed: BYD's New Pickup Truck Revealed Shark’s new BYD pickup truck has attracted much attention, even before its official unveiling at the Beijing Motor Show in April. Set to be the first plug-in hybrid pickup truck, BYD’s Shark can be seen as the pickup version of the SUV Bao 5 from BYD’s subsidiary, Fang Cheng Bao, using the same platform as […]
Tesla's Reign Challenged: BYD's New Electric SUV on the Horizon Chinese automaker BYD is setting its sights on the global electric vehicle market.This time, they’re targeting Tesla with a coupe-style electric SUV. According to a February report by market research firm TrendForce, Tesla held the top spot in the global electric vehicle market share at 19.9%, but BYD was hot on its heels at 17.0%. […]
Kia's EV6 Gets an Imaginative Makeover Kia EV6, the first Kia electric vehicle based on the E-GMP platform, is approaching its facelift period. Its radical appearance, contrasting with the Hyundai Ioniq 5, created a buzz. The high-performance version, EV6 GT, has been released, but what if an even more hardcore model comes out? Based on this electric vehicle, a unique virtual […]
Kia's Tasman: A Pickup Truck Today, an SUV Tomorrow? On the 23rd, a glimpse of Kia’s new pickup truck, the Tasman, was revealed, sparking hot reactions from consumers. After removing the Tasman’s camouflage cover, Kia officially unveiled a prototype that only had a camouflage film attached. Shrouded in mystery, the unveiled front view of the Tasman closely matches the previously released renderings, causing quite […]
Hybrid Cars Outpace Electric: 40% Sales Increase in Korea Sales increased by 40% Over Last YearOutpaces Electric Vehicle ExportsTop 3 Popular Hybrid Sedans? Hybrid vehicles are making their presence known by replacing electric cars. According to the Korean Automobile Mobility Industry Association on the 24th, in the domestic eco-friendly car market in the first quarter of this year, the sales of hybrid vehicles recorded […]
Lexus LS500 Models Recalled Due to Airbag Concerns Japanese premium brand Lexus Recently, they’ve been suffering from glitches againSharp criticism from consumers continues Lexus is the pride of the Japanese premium car brand. Recently, an unbelievable defect was discovered in the brand. The defect occurred in a similar area to those found in some Toyota and Lexus models in December 2023, and consumers […]
Rolls-Royce's Stunning Spirit Of Expression Collection - A Must-See Consisting of the Phantom, Ghost, and SpecterRolls Royce Spirit of CollectionTo be revealed at the Beijing Motor Show The Rolls-Royce Spirit of Expression Collection, consisting of the Phantom, Ghost, and Specter, is set to be unveiled at the upcoming 2024 Beijing Motor Show: the Ghost Extended, Phantom Extended, and Specter. The first collection produced by […]
BYD's Big Bet: Can Their Super9 Supercar Outshine Lamborghini and Ferrari? BYD Unveils New SUV and Supercar Under Premium BrandDemonstrates Robust Competitiveness Chinese automaker BYD recently announced that it will unveil new SUVs and supercars under its premium brand, Fincher. At the BYD conference on April 16, three new vehicles were revealed: the concept SUV Super 3, the flagship SUV Bao 8, and the convertible supercar […]
Porsche's Game-Changer: The 1000 Horsepower Electric SUV Following the release of the Macan EV, Porsche is once again looking to make its mark with an SUV. The company is reportedly developing the 7-seater flagship K1 electric SUV (codenamed), which is larger than the Cayenne and features a third row. The K1 test mule, set for a 2023 launch, was recently spotted. Despite […]
2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS: A Roaring Comeback with V8 Engine The 2025 Porsche Cayenne GTS is now offering sports packages for all models and comes equipped with a fully digital dashboard. The Porsche Cayenne combines the characteristics of a sports car and an off-road SUV. It recently returned as a new 2025 model. The new Porsche Cayenne GTS has about 40 horsepower more than the […]
Volvo's XC90 SUV: 16 Years, 0 Fatal Accidents—Safety Secret Unveiled Volvo flagship SUV, XC90 Achieved 0 fatal accidents for 16 years Proven once again to be synonymous with safety On April 16, Volvo Car Korea announced that Volvo’s flagship SUV model, the XC90, had not caused a single fatal accident in the UK for 16 years since 2002. The XC90 is a model that has […]
Next-Generation Audi A3: Unveiling Advanced Features and Dynamic Design Facelifted Audi A3Sedan and Sportback model revealedVarious functions are provided as standard The Audi brand became a hot topic when it unveiled the new A3 sedan and Sportback, which returned for the 2024 model. The facelifted A3 has various standard features, including LED headlights, electric sports seats, and a 10.1-inch touch infotainment system. In addition, […]
Audi Unveils Lighting Technology That Allows Communication With Nearby Drivers The technology installed in vehicles is advancing amazingly. Recently launched vehicles are equipped with AI functions, and vehicles even equipped with self-driving technology are being released one after another. While the technology installed in vehicles has advanced, the expressions that can be conveyed through vehicles are still stuck in the past. Vehicles can only convey […]
Three Top-End Sedans Equipped With V6 Engines Recently, as vehicles have been launched as hybrid or electric models, it has become increasingly difficult to see vehicles equipped with a V6 engine. The V6 engine has several advantages over other engines, and the exhaust sound is more unique and better than the V4 engine. Additionally, V6 engines can be combined with turbochargers and […]
Mercedes-Benz's Fall from Grace: Design Overkill to Blame? Mercedes-Benz Faces Design CriticismA Designer Creates a Unique Blend with Porsche Taycan Mercedes-Benz, which held the top spot in the imported car market for seven years, has fallen to third place, being overtaken by BMW and Tesla. Various factors, such as price and configuration, contribute to this phenomenon, but criticism over its design is also […]
Mixed Reviews: Ram's New Pickup Truck Model Faces Criticism in the U.S. Dodge’s Pickup Truck Model RAM Announces a New Model Release But Faces Criticism Locally? The pickup truck is the symbol of America. Dodge’s full-size pickup truck, the Ram, is one model that American consumers greatly love. This model, which first appeared in 1981 and is still the most loved by Americans, ranks third among American […]
Lamborghini Inferno: Dispute Between Dealers Ends in Tragic Fire Fire in IndiaEngulfs Supercar?Used Car Dealer Suspected Supercar fires aren’t as rare as you might think. They can be caused by various issues, such as fuel leaks or overheating, but the majority are spontaneous fires in the engine compartment of a perfectly functioning supercar. There may be instances when someone intentionally fires a car due […]
Tesla's Full Self Driving Subscription Now 50% Cheaper - Here's Why Tesla Slashes FSD Subscription Price by HalfOffers One Month Free SubscriptionWhat’s Behind the Aggressive Discount? Tesla has cut the subscription fee for Full Self Driving (FSD) by half. FSD is Tesla’s highest level of autonomous driving technology. It supports most functions necessary for driving, including automatic parking and lane changes, signal and stop sign recognition, […]
Ferrari's Rome Spider Wins Prestigious Red Dot Award for Best Design Famous for its pretty designs, the Ferrari convertible Rome SpiderIn the end, they won the Red Dot award Ferrari, a famous Italian supercar brand, recently announced some happy news. It won the best design award from Germany’s Red Dot Award Association. The Rome Spider vehicle equi, topped with a folding soft top, was selected as […]
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