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New Jeep Compass offers taste of off-roader

PAJU, Gyeonggi Province _ Jeep has released the All- New Compass in Korea, dreaming of “a stir” in the domestic compact SUV (CSUV) segment. On a test drive, it proved itself as an urban commuter, with hints of a dusty off-roader, becoming a potent challenge to its import rivals.

Automotive | 2018-07-20 17:35

Truckers to sue Volvo Trucks Korea July 31

Truck drivers will file a class action suit against Volvo Trucks Korea, July 31, over various defects found in its vehicles, an attorney for the truckers said Friday. The company has the largest share in the nation's imported commercial vehicle market. “At least 80 drivers of Volvo's trucks have decided to participate in the lawsuit. The number of plaintiffs may increase slig...

Automotive | 2018-07-20 16:23

Hyundai world premieres Kona Iron Man edition

Hyundai Motor said Thursday it would unveil the Kona small SUV inspired by Marvel's Iron Man during the opening ceremony of 2018 Comic-Con International today.

Automotive | 2018-07-20 04:01

Nissan Altima enjoys steady sales for powerful driving performance

The Nissan Altima sedan is boasting steady sales, although the current fifth-generation model was fully changed five years ago. According to Nissan Korea, the Altima sedan was named one of top 10 best-selling import cars last year. In March, 551 Altima Sedans were sold, breaking the car's sales record in Korea.

Automotive | 2018-07-17 16:54

Proposed diesel fuel tax hike to hurt SsangYong

The government's move to impose heavier taxes on diesel fuel is expected to dampen carmakers' diesel vehicle sales, and SsangYong Motor will likely be hurt the most, industry analysts said Monday.

Automotive | 2018-07-16 16:46

'Team Korea' determined to avoid US tariffs on cars

A delegation comprised of bureaucrats and representatives of the automobile industry will go to the U.S. to persuade the government there to not impose a 25 percent tariff on cars imported from Korea. They will reach out to officials in the U.S. administration, business lobby groups and lawmakers from Georgia and Alabama, both of which are home to Korean automakers' factories...

Automotive | 2018-07-15 18:05

'US tariffs to devastate auto parts makers'

Domestic auto parts makers are suffering on a sluggish car market, while more pressure is expected to come to them as the U.S. is poised to slap a 25 percent tariff on car and auto parts exported from Korea to the U.S.

Automotive | 2018-07-15 17:18

Android Auto available in Hyundai, Kia cars

Android Auto, a Google service enabling drivers to use their Android smartphone features on their vehicles' dashboard monitors, has become available for Hyundai Motor and Kia Motors cars in Korea, the automakers said Thursday.

Automotive | 2018-07-12 17:18

Ssangyong will tackle Moon's request on rehiring; admits little can be done

Ssangyong Motor said Wednesday that it would review demands by fired and laid-off workers following President Moon Jae-in's request made to Anand Mahindra, chairman of Mahindra, which owns Ssangyong. "Since our chairman committed himself to a review, we will conduct one to find the best solution for both sides," its spokesman told The Korea Times. "But there appears little th...

Automotive | 2018-07-11 14:23

Hyundai boosts ties with Baidu for connected car

Hyundai Motor Group is strengthening its alliance with Chinese internet titan Baidu, in a bid to take the lead in the worldwide competition for intelligent vehicles.

Automotive | 2018-07-10 16:55

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