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Hyundai’s compact SUV Casper makes splash
Breaking compact car stereotype, Casper packs many charms for young drivers South Korea has long been in love with large luxury cars. Compact cars, despite their practicality and suitability for city traffic, are regarded as only for rookies, or those with thin wallets. But that’s before Casper. Hyu
Sept. 29, 2021 - 16:07:20
Volkswagen Tiguan -- good value, low price
Volkswagen’s bestselling SUV comes with enhanced features It is not the fanciest car, but Volkswagen’s Tiguan shows that being faithful to the basics can be a charm. Around the globe, the sport utility vehicle has sold over 6 million units, earning a reputation as a steady seller. For Volkswagen Kor
Sept. 5, 2021 - 18:01:37
Kia EV6 aims to rule road with ‘tiger-like’ performance
Kia’s first all-electric vehicle drives like very quiet sports car Kia has rolled out its first all-electric vehicle, the EV6, racking up over 30,000 preorders. From the appearance alone, the compact sport utility vehicle’s exuberant presence could be felt from its sleek and aggressive exterior desi
Aug. 30, 2021 - 09:03:25
Land Rover’s iconic Defender 90 comes back stronger
Once discontinued, one of the oldest off-roaders returns with sturdiest chassis, futuristic appearance First launched in 1948, Jaguar Land Rover’s legendary off-roader Defender has made a grand comeback with a completely new look. At first glance, the makeover gives the Defender 90 a futuristic look
Aug. 19, 2021 - 15:54:46
BMW’s New Mini both practical and powerful
South Korea has been known as a tough market to crack for global compact car brands. But that’s not the case for BMW Group’s Mini. Since its debut in Korea in 2005, the premium compact car brand under BMW has posted steady growth rates each year. In 2019, sales volume hit 10,000 units -- a major mil
July 12, 2021 - 14:44:50
Genesis poised to take on EV world with G80
Genesis’ first EV variant based on premium sedan G80 launches at the price of 82.8 million won Genesis, the luxury brand of South Korean carmaker Hyundai Motor, has debuted its first pure-electric car, aiming to take on the emerging electric vehicle mart with high-end models. With the Electrified G8
July 9, 2021 - 08:14:36
With K9, Kia makes driving luxury
Kia’s Predictive Gear-shift System comes as fresh drive assistance feature, offering comfortable riding experience Kia’s premium flagship sedan K9 has returned with a major technological change, showing off how driving assistance can really make a difference behind the wheel. Often called the “car f
July 5, 2021 - 17:45:39
Audi’s most powerful vehicles whizz on Inje Speedium
Audi Korea to strengthen EV product lineup with high performing variants such as RS e-tron GT this year INJE, Gangwon Province -- A line of high-performance vehicles could be seen whizzing around the racing circuit of Inje Speedium in Gangwon Province on Wednesday, the growls from their engines echo
June 7, 2021 - 11:19:31
Solid family vehicle Volvo XC90 made more eco-friendly with B6 engine
Ample interior space makes Volvo XC90 B6 a safe choice for heavy packers, campers Volvo Cars Korea was once one of the back markers in South Korea’s automotive market, but it has emerged as a force to be reckoned with in recent years, thanks to its reputation for safety. As cases accumulated over ti
May 27, 2021 - 17:32:29
Limited-edition Maserati Levante S made more luxurious with Italian leather
Only 20 units of the Levante S GranSport Zegna Pelletessuta are available in South Korea What completes a perfect ride relies not only on the car’s driving performance, but also how it instills a sense of self-worth and pride in the driver, people here often say. Luxury Italian automaker Maserati’s
May 20, 2021 - 17:15:57
Porsche Taycan 4S shows what EVs are capable of
Less than five months since launch, Porsche Korea sells nearly 500 of its first electric sports car After Porsche unveiled its first electrified sports car, the Taycan, in 2019, the automaker faced questions from car enthusiasts. What makes a sports car a sports car? Could a battery-powered car real
May 13, 2021 - 17:47:44
Mercedes-Benz S-Class returns with smart technology twist
‘Boss car’ undergoes a complete makeover focused on comfortable driving experience The so-called “boss car” Mercedes-Benz S-Class has returned in seven years with a complete makeover, boasting what a luxury saloon can offer for a car ride. Since the launch of its previous model in 2013, the S-Class
May 9, 2021 - 18:00:40
Ioniq 5, a safe and pleasant interior space on the road
Hyundai Motor’s electric car offers innovative riding experience for drivers and passengers For Hyundai Motor, the Ioniq 5 is not only the first all-electric vehicle adopting its exclusive electric vehicle platform, but also a key indicator of the company’s business outlook in the fast-growing batte
April 26, 2021 - 17:18:49
Iconic exterior makes Jeep Wrangler shine
Jeep Wrangler Rubicon Recon Edition, the 2020 limited-edition model, adds a little more fun to design Jeep’s iconic sport utility vehicle Wrangler has undergone changes over the decades, evolving to embrace modern design factors here and there. With the continuing popularity of SUVs among local driv
April 19, 2021 - 16:06:12
Kia’s K8 sporty sedan to challenge Grandeur
Larger than bestselling Grandeur, cheaper than K9, Kia’s all-new K8 provides new product tier for sedan drivers In South Korea’s premium luxury sedan market, there is one landmark model that for years has maintained an unrivaled lead -- Hyundai Motor’s Grandeur, which saw 145,000 units sold last yea
April 13, 2021 - 16:50:35
