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Tensions heighten ahead of first president-opposition chief meeting
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Seoul to provide housing subsidy to married couples with newborns
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[KH Explains] No more 'Michael' at Kakao Games
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Rapper jailed after public street fight with another rapper
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Woman gets suspended term for injuring boyfriend with knife
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Samsung chief bolsters ties with Germany’s Zeiss
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NewJeans pops out ‘Bubble Gum’ video amid troubles at agency
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Med schools expect 1,500+ new admission slots next year
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Nominee for chief of anti-corruption body pledges 'independence, effectiveness'
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KT launches new mobile plans for foreign residents
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‘Kia’s continued struggles lead to dim Q1 outlook’
The overall first-quarter outlook for Kia Motors remains dim, with analysts lowering its target stock price and predicting decreased earnings. “Kia Motors is facing difficulties in major markets such as the US, China and at home. Adversities have most likely led to a poorer performance than market expectations,” said Lee Myung-hoon, an analyst at HMC Investment and Securities. (Yonhap)“The ongoing wage lawsuit at home, uncertainty surrounding operations at the Mexico factory and other negative
April 17, 2017
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Mercedes-Benz Korea moves to foster Korean tech leaders
In celebrating its 130 years of leading the automotive industry with innovative technologies, Mercedes-Benz Korea is working to expand its contribution to pass on its technology prowess and foster young talents.Early last month, Mercedes-Benz Korea signed a memorandum of understanding to support the launch of the Ausbildung program in Korea, in cooperation with the Korean-Germany Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Students attend an Automotive Mechatronic Traineeship program offered by Mercedes-B
April 16, 2017
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[Behind the Wheel] Bigger, tougher New Mini Countryman
The second-generation all-new Mini Countryman is a sport activity vehicle designed mainly for those in their 30s and 40s with families who enjoy outdoor activities.BMW Group Korea has set its sales target for the iconic British marque at 10,000 units in 2018. It sold 8,632 units here last year. The second-generation all-new Mini Countryman. (BMW Group Korea) Members of the media had an opportunity to take the latest model out for a 38-kilometer test drive around the BMW Driving Center in Incheon
April 16, 2017
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Korean automakers’ domestic sales exceed W40tr for first time
Domestic sales of Korea’s top five local automakers surpassed 40 trillion won ($35.2 billion) for the first time last year, according to industry reports Sunday. Local carmakers including Hyundai Motor, Kia Motors, Korea GM, Renault Samsung, and SsangYong Motor posted domestic sales of roughly 41.17 trillion won last year, a 7.7 percent on-year jump compared to 2015. Both Hyundai and Kia exceeded the 10 trillion won mark, with Hyundai’s sales standing at 19.3 trillion won, while Kia raked in 12
April 16, 2017
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Ford, Mitsubishi ordered to recall faulty parts
Ford Motor Co. and Mitsubishi Motors Corp. have been ordered to recall faulty parts in more than 1,000 models in South Korea, the country's transport ministry said Friday. This is part of a broader recall order recently delivered by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport in the South Korean automobile market. (Yonhap)Ford Motor and Mitsubishi Motors plan to recall a combined 1,016 units of two vehicles -- the Ford Mondeo sedan and Mitsubishi Pajero sport utility vehicle -- for valve
April 14, 2017
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Korea midsize car sales regain lost ground on Sonata facelift
Sales of midsize vehicles exceeded those of large-size cars in March after losing ground for the past previous months, helped by strong demand for Hyundai Motor Co.'s facelifted Sonata sedan, industry data showed Thursday. In March, the country's five carmakers -- Hyundai Motor, Kia Motors Corp., GM Korea Co., Renault Samsung Motors Corp. and SsangYong Motor Co. -- sold a combined 20,169 midsize vehicles, compared with 19,889 large-size vehicles sold last month, according to data offered by the
April 13, 2017
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Volkswagen execs deny wrongdoing at first court hearing on emissions scandal
Attorneys for former and current executives of Volkswagen's South Korean unit implicated in an emissions cheating scandal denied their involvement during the first court hearing on Thursday.After a year-long investigation, prosecutors indicted Johannes Thammer, who led Audi Volkswagen Korea (AVK) from late 2012, on charges of violating the Clean Air Conservation Act to win sales approval from local authorities. This file photo taken on Feb. 19, 2016, shows the Seoul headquarters of Audi Volkswag
April 13, 2017
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[Photo News] Kia releases new Sportage
Kia Motors, South Korea’s second-largest automaker, on Thursday released a style edition trim of the 2018 model-year Sportage SUV with a redesigned interior. The style edition is marked at 26.45 million won ($23,000). (Hyundai Motor Group)
April 13, 2017
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Hyundai's Sonata facelift, new Kia Rio to reach US in Q3
Hyundai Motor Group, South Korea's top automotive conglomerate, will start selling its new midsize Sonata and the Rio compact in the United States in the third quarter to boost its presence in the growing market. Hyundai Motor Co. plans to introduce the revamped Sonata sedan in the US market during the July-September period. Its affiliate Kia Motors Corp. also plans to have the Rio reach dealerships in the same period, the group said in a statement.Hyundai's Sonata facelift at New York Auto Show
April 13, 2017
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Hyundai to unveil Genesis SUV at NY Motor Show
Hyundai Motor Group is expected to unveil the first SUV for its Genesis luxury car line at the upcoming New York International Auto Show, according to media reports Wednesday. The new Genesis concept sport utility vehicle is said to be making its worldwide debut for members of the press Wednesday prior to the auto show’s official opening Friday at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York City. It is also said that Hyundai Motor Group Vice Chairman Chung Eui-sun is planning to attend the
April 12, 2017
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Korean carmakers stage Swedish revival, led by Kia
The share of Korean carmakers in Sweden has rebounded after four years of declines, reaching nearly 8.5 percent, according to the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency and Swedish Automobile Association on Wednesday.Sweden’s total imported vehicle sales market last year was 372,318 units, of which Korean vehicles accounted for 31,532 units, or 8.47 percent. Sales of Korean car brands in the European nation reached 9.98 percent in 2012, but had been on a steady decline until last year. In 2015,
April 12, 2017
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Hyundai ordered to recall 68,000 Equus, Genesis sedans
Hyundai Motor, South Korea’s No. 1 auto company, has been ordered to recall 68,000 of its luxury Equus and Genesis sedans that were made in 2011, due to defective engine parts, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport said Tuesday.“Hyundai Motor was notified on March 28 to recall four cases of affected automobiles, including the Equus and Genesis, within 30 days. A forced recall will take place if the company does not carry out a voluntary recall within the given time period,” the mini
April 11, 2017
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Toyota Prius Prime enters domestic green car market
The new Toyota Prius Prime plug-in hybrid is looking to be the next contender in South Korea’s rapidly growing green car industry, following the introduction of Hyundai’s Ioniq plug-in hybrid here earlier this year and the recent domestic unveiling of the Chevrolet Bolt EV at the Seoul Motor Show. The Japanese automaker unveiled its Prius Prime plug-in for the first time in Korea on March 31, prior to the opening of this year’s Seoul Motor Show, highlighting the vehicle’s fuel efficiency and sle
April 11, 2017
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Korean carmakers making extra effort for Shanghai motor show
South Korean automakers are taking extra steps for Auto Shanghai opening later this month, choosing to debut their China-exclusive models to woo back consumers in the giant market affected by an ongoing diplomatic row, industry officials said Tuesday.The motor show, held every other year, begins with a press day on April 19 and runs till April 28. Three South Korean car manufacturers -- Hyundai Motor, its sister firm Kia Motors and Ssangyong Motor -- are participating.This file photo shows a con
April 11, 2017
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Korea returning additional 2,500 VW, Audi vehicles to Germany
South Korea is returning 2,500 vehicles manufactured by Volkswagen and Audi in the aftermath of Volkswagen’s emissions scandal, according to news reports Monday.It has been reported that the 2,500 automobiles, which include VW’s Tiguan, Golf and Jetta models, have been held at a port in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi Province, since last year following the government’s sales ban slapped on Audi Volkswagen Korea, the domestic distributor of the two German brands. The company is said to be sending the fleet
April 10, 2017
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[Photo News] Kia releases its high performance sedan K5 GT
Kia Motors, South Korea’s second-largest automaker, released a high performance version of its flagship sedan, dubbed the K5 GT on Monday. The new model is equipped with electronically controlled suspension and comes with an enhanced interior and exterior. (Hyundai Motor Group)
April 10, 2017
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Hyundai Motor tops auto sales in Peru in Feb.
Hyundai Motor Co., South Korea's top automaker, topped the list of auto sales in Peru, in February, aided by a sharp rise in demand for small passenger vehicles, industry data showed on Monday.According to the data compiled by the the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency, Hyundai Motor sold a total of 2,348 units in the Latin American nation in February, followed by Japanese rival Toyota Corp.'s 2,253 units. (Yonhap)In October last year, Hyundai Motor also clinched the top slot in the Peruvia
April 10, 2017
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Hyundai's Sonata sales surpass 10,000 units in March
Hyundai Motor Co., South Korea's top automaker, said Monday the sales of its midsize Sonata sedan exceeded the 10,000 unit mark in March, helped by the face-lifted version hitting local dealerships and an improved powertrain that expands the car's customer base. The March tally marked the first time in 15 months that the sedan's monthly sales surpassed 10,000 units, the automaker said. The Sonata New Rise Turbo (Hyundai Motor)In March, Hyundai Motor unveiled the updated version of the sedan, the
April 10, 2017
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[Behind the Wheel] Grandeur Hybrid highlights eco-friendly luxury, but not so speedy
Amid the growing rivalry among mid-sized hybrid vehicles, Hyundai Motor is hoping to create a premier image with a hybrid version of its luxury Grandeur brand. The 2017 Grandeur Hybrid retains the basic design of its gasoline model, but falls behind the original version in terms of performance. Of course, the hybrid version is meant to be more energy efficient than the conventional model. But its acceleration felt less responsive during a 40-kilometer test drive Wednesday. The 2017 Grandeur Hybr
April 9, 2017
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[Behind the Wheel] New Bolt EV pleasantly fast, redefines eco-driving
General Motor’s latest Bolt EV compact electric car has finally made its way to the domestic market, looking to push the envelope in the country’s already vastly growing green car market. Last week, members of the media were given the opportunity to take the new Bolt EV for a spin on the roads of Goyang, Gyeonggi Province.One of the vehicle’s biggest highlights other than its emissions-free features is its driving range of 383 kilometers on a single charge, the first of its kind to be introduced
April 9, 2017