London's Iconic Black Cab Makes a Surprise Appearance on South Korean RoadsThe overwhelming majority of taxi types found in South Korea are Korean ones. The most commonly used taxi types are sedans such as Hyundai’s Sonata and Grandeur and Kia’s K5, K7, and K8. Sometimes, luxury models such as K9, G90, and G80 can be found among premium taxis that can be selected at the driver’s […]
Inside North Korea's Car Culture: The Cars Named by Kim Jong UnNorth Korea’s Auto ManufacturingThe cars produced in North KoreaKim Jong Un even names the vehicles Despite being one of the most isolated countries in the world and struggling with fundamental food issues, North Korea manufactures its cars. While it’s doubtful whether they can even afford gasoline, it’s reported that the wealthy elite and top-ranking officials […]
China's Leading EV Brand Enters the Greek MarketChina’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, BYDRecently entered the Greek marketPlanning to focus primarily on emerging market Chinese EVs are expanding beyond their home country and into the global market. Having previously targeted various markets, including Korea, Japan, and Europe, through electric buses, these companies are now setting their sights on the electric passenger car […]
Kia EV6 Facelift's Interior Spotted on CameraNew EV6 Launch LoomsInterior Caught on CameraInterior Quality is Up to This Standard The EV6, an electric crossover SUV released by Kia, is on a successful trajectory, with pre-orders reaching 162% of the target sales volume of 13,000 units on the first day of launch. Last year, it recorded sales of 17,227 units, slightly outperforming […]
Putin, Xi, and Kim Jong Un: Inside the Secret World of Dictators' State CarsSpecialized Official State VehiclesWhat about dictators?Comparing the State Vehicles of North Korea, China, and Russia Leaders from different countries, including dictators, use special cars made just for them because of their high status. They care a lot about these cars because they want to look dignified and use them to show off their power. These […]
How Toyota Pickup Trucks Fuel Conflict in Africa: Dark Side of Used Car Exports:The Boom in Used Car Exports How are they being used in developing countries like Africa? As the export of used cars overseas has become more active than before, we often come across the vehicles we used to drive. This is particularly frequent in developing countries and Africa. After we’ve used these vehicles for a […]
Hyundai's Gamble: Tucson's Radical Redesign Sparks DebateDeclining Tucson SalesBold Design ChangesSpeculated Design Sparks Discussion In South Korea, the Hyundai Tucson, which KIA’s Sportage has overshadowed, launched a bold facelift model in December last year. However, it still falls short of the Sportage’s sales figures. From January to April following the launch, the Sportage sold 19,661 units, ranking fourth in overall sales […]
Future of Pickup Trucks? Kia Tasman's Stunning Virtual Renderings RevealedAnticipation builds for the new Korean pickup truck, the Tasman, with unique renderings catching the eye Kia’s new vehicle, the Tasman, is set to add excitement to the pickup truck market, following the previous Breeza pickup. Field testing for the Tasman has been in full swing since the end of last year, as prototypes have […]
Audi AI:Trail: This Electric Off-Roader Is Like Nothing You’ve Seen Before Audi, along with BMW and Mercedes-Benz, is a major player in the German premium car market. From 2017 to 2019, they revealed their vision with a series of four electric concept cars. Here are the four concept cars....
Is This Really a Pickup? Inside Kia Tasman's Surprisingly Sleek InteriorKia Pickup Truck TasmanRecently Captured Interior DetailsWhat New Elements Revealed? Although new vehicles are constantly being released, many SUV-based crossovers leave the market wanting more. Amid this, there’s growing interest in the upcoming release of a new domestic pickup truck. Particularly in South Korea, apart from the KGM Rexton Sports and Khan, there aren’t many […]
Hyundai & Kia EV Owners Still in the Hot Seat After Fixes Fail The problem with the electric vehicles is the ICCU, or Integrated Charge Control Unit. When the ICCU, which manages low-voltage current and high voltage, fails, the 12V low-voltage battery is unable to charge, resulting in discharge and reduced power...
Is Genesis the New Supercar King? Magma Model Challenges Ferrari’s Throne!Genesis, the high-performance brand The Magma supercar was prepared a year ago Genesis unveiled the high-performance supercar X Gran Berlinetta concept car at 2024 New York International Auto Show. The signature color of Genesis’ recently unveiled high-performance brand, Magma, was applied to the exterior. The Gran Berlinetta was unveiled once in December 2023. It was […]
Denza’s D9 Lands in Japan: A Steal or a Copycat Controversy?Denza Minivan D9 is launched in Japan But Consumer Response is Cold Is it Because of the Design? Denza, an electric vehicle company, is a joint venture between Daimler Group, the parent company of Mercedes-Benz, and China’s BYD. Recently, Denza’s Chinese-made minivan, D9, was launched in Japan. As soon as it was released, controversy arose. […]
Why the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is Still Pricier Than New CarsDespite being 14 years old, this Mercedes-Benz hasn’t depreciated at allIt’s the SLS AMG Typically, a car’s value decreases over time. It will depreciate whether it’s a popular domestic car or a low-priced vehicle with steady demand, like a compact car. However, the depreciation is even more significant for high-priced vehicles like imports. This depreciation […]
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 […]
Breaking Down the Genesis EV GV90: What to Expect from the Neolun ConceptWhat will the production model of Genesis’ electric vehicle ‘GV90’look like?Predictions based on the Neolun concept have surfaced Hints of the previously veiled Genesis flagship SUV ‘GV90’ have been revealed. The Neolun concept car, unveiled on the 26th, is the show’s star. While Genesis has not explicitly linked the concept car with the GV90, most […]
Kia's Tasman Pickup Truck Teases with Stealthy Nighttime Drive Kia's upcoming pickup truck Tasman was spotted driving at night in Korea. Although it was hidden by a thick camouflage, it showed off its massive size. The suspension was seen to stabilize the body even when traveling at high speeds and over rough roads...
Genesis G90 Shooting Brake Concept Wows Car EnthusiastsWhat If Genesis Released a Wagon Version of the Flagship G90?Imaginary Design Sparks Explosive Reaction ‘The Korean automobile market, notorious as the “graveyard of wagons,” has seen lackluster sales for every brand that has released a wagon. In the 90s, all domestic car manufacturers had a wagon model, but now only the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake exists. […]
Kia's K4 Hatchback: A Stylish and Practical ChoiceKia Unveils K4, Surprises with Teaser of K4 HatchbackDesign Receives Praise Following the unveiling of the K4, a strategic model for North America, at the New York Auto Show, Kia surprised the audience by revealing a teaser video of the 5-door hatchback version. The consumers have given positive feedback about the design. Since the launch […]
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 […]
London's Iconic Black Cab Makes a Surprise Appearance on South Korean Roads The overwhelming majority of taxi types found in South Korea are Korean ones. The most commonly used taxi types are sedans such as Hyundai’s Sonata and Grandeur and Kia’s K5, K7, and K8. Sometimes, luxury models such as K9, G90, and G80 can be found among premium taxis that can be selected at the driver’s […]
Inside North Korea's Car Culture: The Cars Named by Kim Jong Un North Korea’s Auto ManufacturingThe cars produced in North KoreaKim Jong Un even names the vehicles Despite being one of the most isolated countries in the world and struggling with fundamental food issues, North Korea manufactures its cars. While it’s doubtful whether they can even afford gasoline, it’s reported that the wealthy elite and top-ranking officials […]
China's Leading EV Brand Enters the Greek Market China’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer, BYDRecently entered the Greek marketPlanning to focus primarily on emerging market Chinese EVs are expanding beyond their home country and into the global market. Having previously targeted various markets, including Korea, Japan, and Europe, through electric buses, these companies are now setting their sights on the electric passenger car […]
Kia EV6 Facelift's Interior Spotted on Camera New EV6 Launch LoomsInterior Caught on CameraInterior Quality is Up to This Standard The EV6, an electric crossover SUV released by Kia, is on a successful trajectory, with pre-orders reaching 162% of the target sales volume of 13,000 units on the first day of launch. Last year, it recorded sales of 17,227 units, slightly outperforming […]
Putin, Xi, and Kim Jong Un: Inside the Secret World of Dictators' State Cars Specialized Official State VehiclesWhat about dictators?Comparing the State Vehicles of North Korea, China, and Russia Leaders from different countries, including dictators, use special cars made just for them because of their high status. They care a lot about these cars because they want to look dignified and use them to show off their power. These […]
How Toyota Pickup Trucks Fuel Conflict in Africa: Dark Side of Used Car Exports: The Boom in Used Car Exports How are they being used in developing countries like Africa? As the export of used cars overseas has become more active than before, we often come across the vehicles we used to drive. This is particularly frequent in developing countries and Africa. After we’ve used these vehicles for a […]
Hyundai's Gamble: Tucson's Radical Redesign Sparks Debate Declining Tucson SalesBold Design ChangesSpeculated Design Sparks Discussion In South Korea, the Hyundai Tucson, which KIA’s Sportage has overshadowed, launched a bold facelift model in December last year. However, it still falls short of the Sportage’s sales figures. From January to April following the launch, the Sportage sold 19,661 units, ranking fourth in overall sales […]
Future of Pickup Trucks? Kia Tasman's Stunning Virtual Renderings Revealed Anticipation builds for the new Korean pickup truck, the Tasman, with unique renderings catching the eye Kia’s new vehicle, the Tasman, is set to add excitement to the pickup truck market, following the previous Breeza pickup. Field testing for the Tasman has been in full swing since the end of last year, as prototypes have […]
Audi AI:Trail: This Electric Off-Roader Is Like Nothing You’ve Seen Before Audi, along with BMW and Mercedes-Benz, is a major player in the German premium car market. From 2017 to 2019, they revealed their vision with a series of four electric concept cars. Here are the four concept cars....
Is This Really a Pickup? Inside Kia Tasman's Surprisingly Sleek Interior Kia Pickup Truck TasmanRecently Captured Interior DetailsWhat New Elements Revealed? Although new vehicles are constantly being released, many SUV-based crossovers leave the market wanting more. Amid this, there’s growing interest in the upcoming release of a new domestic pickup truck. Particularly in South Korea, apart from the KGM Rexton Sports and Khan, there aren’t many […]
Hyundai & Kia EV Owners Still in the Hot Seat After Fixes Fail The problem with the electric vehicles is the ICCU, or Integrated Charge Control Unit. When the ICCU, which manages low-voltage current and high voltage, fails, the 12V low-voltage battery is unable to charge, resulting in discharge and reduced power...
Is Genesis the New Supercar King? Magma Model Challenges Ferrari’s Throne! Genesis, the high-performance brand The Magma supercar was prepared a year ago Genesis unveiled the high-performance supercar X Gran Berlinetta concept car at 2024 New York International Auto Show. The signature color of Genesis’ recently unveiled high-performance brand, Magma, was applied to the exterior. The Gran Berlinetta was unveiled once in December 2023. It was […]
Denza’s D9 Lands in Japan: A Steal or a Copycat Controversy? Denza Minivan D9 is launched in Japan But Consumer Response is Cold Is it Because of the Design? Denza, an electric vehicle company, is a joint venture between Daimler Group, the parent company of Mercedes-Benz, and China’s BYD. Recently, Denza’s Chinese-made minivan, D9, was launched in Japan. As soon as it was released, controversy arose. […]
Why the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG is Still Pricier Than New Cars Despite being 14 years old, this Mercedes-Benz hasn’t depreciated at allIt’s the SLS AMG Typically, a car’s value decreases over time. It will depreciate whether it’s a popular domestic car or a low-priced vehicle with steady demand, like a compact car. However, the depreciation is even more significant for high-priced vehicles like imports. This depreciation […]
Hyundai Faces Backlash Over Assembly Defects: Consumer Trust at Risk Hyundai 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 […]
Breaking Down the Genesis EV GV90: What to Expect from the Neolun Concept What will the production model of Genesis’ electric vehicle ‘GV90’look like?Predictions based on the Neolun concept have surfaced Hints of the previously veiled Genesis flagship SUV ‘GV90’ have been revealed. The Neolun concept car, unveiled on the 26th, is the show’s star. While Genesis has not explicitly linked the concept car with the GV90, most […]
Kia's Tasman Pickup Truck Teases with Stealthy Nighttime Drive Kia's upcoming pickup truck Tasman was spotted driving at night in Korea. Although it was hidden by a thick camouflage, it showed off its massive size. The suspension was seen to stabilize the body even when traveling at high speeds and over rough roads...
Genesis G90 Shooting Brake Concept Wows Car Enthusiasts What If Genesis Released a Wagon Version of the Flagship G90?Imaginary Design Sparks Explosive Reaction ‘The Korean automobile market, notorious as the “graveyard of wagons,” has seen lackluster sales for every brand that has released a wagon. In the 90s, all domestic car manufacturers had a wagon model, but now only the Genesis G70 Shooting Brake exists. […]
Kia's K4 Hatchback: A Stylish and Practical Choice Kia Unveils K4, Surprises with Teaser of K4 HatchbackDesign Receives Praise Following the unveiling of the K4, a strategic model for North America, at the New York Auto Show, Kia surprised the audience by revealing a teaser video of the 5-door hatchback version. The consumers have given positive feedback about the design. Since the launch […]
Santa Cruz Facelift: Hyundai's Masculine Pickup Truck Wows at New York Auto Show Hyundai’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 […]
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