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Ador CEO denies allegations, accuses Hybe of mistreating NewJeans
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10-man S. Korea lose to Indonesia to miss out on Paris Olympic football qualification
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Hybe-Ador feud should have limited effect on Hybe's overall performance: analysts
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Second Gimpo civil servant found dead, after apologizing for not finishing work
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DP leader says he will meet Yoon without conditions
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Seoul to promote luxurious side of the city
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First-ever meeting of president, opposition chief set to finally happen
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NewJeans' singles, Japanese debut to proceed as planned, despite Hybe-Ador feud
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Experts raise concerns about Japan putting pressure on Naver over Line
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Samsung mobile chief, Google device head meet in Seoul
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Bigger now better in fuel efficiency race
With Hyundai and Kia releasing gasoline-hybrid electric vehicles, you might want to consider something bigger than a compact model. Mid-sized cars can be just as fuel efficient.No compact cars were included in the list of top 10 most fuel efficient models for the first time after Hyundai Motor Group’s Sonata, K5, and Volkswagen’s Jetta BlueMotion joined the race this month ― your bigger and more p
May 8, 2011
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Renault cars get SKT-developed navigation
Renault Samsung Motors Co. announced on Wednesday that a new vehicle navigation system developed in collaboration with SK Telecom will be applied across its lineup from 2012.The carmaker said that it has been working with SK Telecom, the country’s largest mobile telecom service provider, since December to develop a new navigation system.According to the company, the new system was developed as a “
May 1, 2011
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Porsche to launch limited 911 GT3 RS 4.0
The German high-performance specialist Porsche will be introducing the 911 GT3 RS 4.0. Limited to 600 vehicles, the 911 GT3 RS 4.0 is fitted with a six-cylinder, 4-liter engine capable of putting out 500-brake horsepower. 911 GT3 RS 4.0The 911 GT3 RS 4.0, fitted with a six-speed sports transmission, can reach 100 kilometers per hour in 3.9 seconds and double its speed in under 12 seconds. The veh
May 1, 2011
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Mercedes holds Children’s Day event
Children’s Day may fall on May 5, but Mercedes-Benz Korea will be celebrating the occasion all month.Throughout May, the company is offering a discount of up to 30 percent on Mercedes-Benz collection bicycles and pedal cars for children. The company is also holding a drawing competition for Mercedes-Benz owners’ children under age 9. The competition is open from May 2-27. Three winners will be giv
May 1, 2011
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New Bentley Continental GT hits Korea
Bentley Korea launched the new Continental GT on the local market on Wednesday. The new Continental GT is fitted with a 6-liter twin turbo engine that puts out 575-brake horsepower, 15-brake horsepower more than the engine used in the previous version. The new Bentley Continental GTThe new Bentley’s speed tops out at 318 kilometers per hour, and requires 4.6 seconds to reach 100 kilometers per hou
May 1, 2011
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Sales campaign for small motorcycles
Honda Korea is holding a sales campaign for small motorcycles until the end of May.During the period, the company is offering two coupons for free checkup services on all Honda motorcycles with engine displacements of 125 cubic centimeters or less. Models eligible for the promotion include the scooters PCX and SCR110, and the CBR125R sports motorcycle. Honda PCXThe coupons also cover free engine o
May 1, 2011
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Korea to be first market for Chevrolet Malibu
GM Korea Co. on Friday it would be the first to begin producing GM’s new Malibu midsized sedan.The company said that the new model will go into production at its plant in Bupyeong, Incheon during the third quarter of the year. Chevrolet Malibu (GM Korea Co.)Korea will also be the first among the 100 countries where the vehicle will be marketed to see the Malibu launched, the company said. The Mali
May 1, 2011
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Hyundai, Kia: best family cars in U.S.
Hyundai Motor Group’s two carmakers Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Motors Corp. announced Wednesday that two of their vehicles were selected as “Best Cars for Families 2011” by the U.S.-based business magazine Kiplinger. Hyundai Sonata Kia Sorento RAccording to the two Korean carmakers, the magazine selects vehicles included in the IIHS’ Top Safety Pick and rates them on a range of categories including
May 1, 2011
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Jeep camping iPhone app
Chrysler Korea has launched an iPhone application that provides information on camping and off-road driving.The “Jeep Camping” application, available free on Apple’s App Store, provides information about 100 camping sites located across the country and tips for driving in off-road conditions provided by experts, the company said.The tips include those on vehicle maintenance, a checklist for driver
April 24, 2011
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Chevrolet expansion fuels GM Korea exports
Chevrolet’s first quarter sales reached a new high this year with 1.1 million vehicles being sold worldwide in the period.While Chevrolet is a U.S.-based brand, the developments have significant implications for South Korea’s automotive industry.The most obvious beneficiary is GM’s Korean arm GM Korea Co. According to GM Korea chief executive Mike Arcamone, 93 percent of the company’s output is bu
April 24, 2011
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Jaguar XJ named luxury car of the year
The Jaguar XJ has been named this year’s International Luxury Car of the Year, Jaguar Land Rover Korea announced Thursday. All New XJThe company said the All New XJ sedan was named the International Luxury Car of the Year at the International Car of the Year awards by a panel of automotive journalists from publications including Auto Week, Road & Travel Magazine, MSN Autos, Consumer Guide Automot
April 24, 2011
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Hyundai, Kia show off wares in N.Y.
Hyundai Motor Co. unveils the new Accent subcompact in the New York International Auto Show on Friday. (Hyundai Motor)Korean carmakers focus on subcompact car market in U.S.South Korea’s two largest carmakers Hyundai Motor Co. and Kia Motors Corp. are taking part in the New York International Auto Show, as the Shanghai International Automobile Exhibition nears a close.The New York show runs until
April 24, 2011
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The world’s fastest pick-up truck
MUNICH, Germany (DPA) ― BMW has built what it claims to be the world’s fastest pick-up truck, the BMW M3 pick-up, with an output of 309kW/420 hp under the bonnet and a top speed of 300 kph.The one-off concept vehicle was taken for “comprehensive testing” under strictest secrecy on the Nuerburgring racetrack on April 1, the car maker said.The rear-axle is said to have a load capacity of up to 450 k
April 17, 2011
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Porsche to mark 25 years in Korea
Stuttgart Sports Cars, the official importer and distributor of Porsche vehicles, is offering special deals on the Cayenne and 911 until June 30 as part of a year-long campaign celebrating the German luxury marque’s 25th year in Korea.During the period, those purchasing the Cayenne will be offered a chance to drive the Panamera 4 using Porsche’s finance service’s lease contract while waiting for t
April 17, 2011
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Infiniti Essence concept car on display
Nissan Korea is putting the Infiniti Essence concept car that made its Korean debut at the recent Seoul Motor Show in Infiniti showrooms across the country until the end of May. Infiniti EssenceThe vehicle is currently on display at Infiniti’s showroom in Gangnam District until the end of the month. The Essence will then be displayed at the Seocho-gu showroom until mid May.The concept car will the
April 17, 2011
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Hanbul Motors cuts engine oil prices
Hanbul Motors, the official importer and distributor of Peugeot vehicles, announced Thursday that it lowered the price of selected engine oils sold at official Peugeot service centers by 20 percent. There are 15 official Peugeot service centers located across the country.The engine oils with lowered prices are the Total Quarts 9000 used in Peugeot’s Euro IV diesel engine and the Total INEO used in
April 17, 2011
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Hyundai’s new service for Equus, Genesis
Hyundai Motor Co. introduced a new membership service for Equus and Genesis luxury sedan buyers on Thursday.The new membership service, BLU Honors, is available to those buying 2012 Equus or Genesis sedans, who submit applications. EquusEquus buyers opting for the service can choose from six rounds of golf at selected courses in the two years after the purchase, tickets to eight culture events and
April 17, 2011
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AD Motors taps into Japanese electric car market
AD Motors, a local electric car manufacturer, said it has begun exporting the Change electric car to Japan.The company had signed a memorandum of understanding regarding the issue with Japan’s Autorex on March 31. Change electric car. (AD Motors)Under the contract, Autorex will import Change vehicles to Japan, and the Nippon Automobile Fair Certificate Association will be responsible for marketing
April 17, 2011
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Korean cars in U.S. cited for interior design
Korean carmakers have come a long way since the days of the Hyundai Pony, the first locally developed automobile to be exported.The days of being widely perceived as makers of cheap but unreliable vehicles are long gone with overseas surveys and consumer research showing vast improvements in their quality rankings.Despite such developments, local carmakers’ design capabilities appeared to be laggi
April 17, 2011
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S. Korean automakers to unveil models at Shanghai motor show
SEOUL, (Yonhap) - South Korea's top carmaker Hyundai Motor Co. and its smaller affiliate Kia Motors Corp. plan to showcase dozens of their latest models at the upcoming auto show in Shanghai, China, industry sources said Sunday.Auto Shanghai 2011 is scheduled to kick off on Tuesday for a 10-day run, bringing together more than 1,500 auto manufacturers and auto parts makers from across the world.Hy
April 17, 2011