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Hyundai Motor Launches Global Art Initiative to Foster International Collaboration

SEOUL, Feb. 18 (Korea Bizwire) — Hyundai Motor Company is strengthening its commitment to the sustainability of South Korea’s art ecosystem by supporting international exchange and collaboration among public art institutions. On February 18, Hyundai unveiled the ‘Hyundai Translocal Series,’ a new initiative designed to facilitate joint exhibitions and partnerships between domestic and international art institutions. [...]

GM Not Spared if U.S. Targets South Korean Auto Tariffs

SEOUL, Feb. 17 (Korea Bizwire) — If the Trump administration moves forward with tariffs on the automotive sector, South Korea and Japan are expected to be among the hardest-hit nations outside North America, according to industry analysts. A report from CNBC on February 13, citing consulting firm GlobalData, highlighted that South Korea and Japan accounted [...]

Kia to Showcase Non-passenger Defense Vehicles at UAE’s IDEX Trade Show

SEOUL, Feb. 17 (Korea Bizwire) — Kia Corp., South Korea’s second-largest carmaker, said Monday it will participate in the International Defence Exhibition & Conference (IDEX) 2025 in the United Arab Emirates this week, showcasing its non-passenger military vehicles. IDEX 2025, the Middle East’s largest defense industry trade show, is set to open on Monday (local [...]

Tada Sues Kakao Mobility Over Alleged Market Manipulation

SEOUL, Feb. 16 (Korea Bizwire) — South Korean mobility platform Tada has filed a lawsuit against Kakao Mobility, accusing the industry giant of unfair business practices that allegedly restricted competition and harmed Tada’s operations. According to the information and communications technology (ICT) sector on February 16, Tada’s parent company, VCNC, filed the damages suit last month [...]

Kia Unveils New EV Lineup Ahead of 2025 EV Day

SEOUL, Feb. 13 (Korea Bizwire) — Kia has lifted the curtain on its latest electric vehicle lineup, aiming to redefine the EV market with a bold new vision. Ahead of its annual “Kia EV Day,” set to take place later this month in Tarragona, Spain, the automaker released teaser images and videos of three upcoming models: [...]

Hyundai Mobis Unveils Moving Speaker System for Rollable Cockpit Displays

SEOUL, Feb. 12 (Korea Bizwire) — Hyundai Mobis has developed a cutting-edge “Moving Speaker” system designed to work in sync with rollable displays in vehicle cockpits, the company announced on February 12. The system enhances in-car audio quality by adjusting speaker positioning to match various driving scenarios while also contributing to a more sophisticated interior design. [...]

Stellantis Korea Aims to Revitalize Peugeot’s Presence in South Korea

SEOUL, Feb. 12 (Korea Bizwire) — Stellantis Korea has pledged to strengthen Peugeot’s position in the South Korean market by introducing improved new models and hybrid technology, signaling a fresh start for the struggling brand. At a press conference held in Seoul’s Gangnam district on February 11, Stellantis Korea CEO Bang Sil stated, “We want [...]

Concerns Raised Over Potential Data Leak to China via BYD Cars in S. Korea

SEOUL, Feb. 11 (Korea Bizwire) – With the recent entry by China’s BYD Co. into South Korea’s passenger electric vehicle (EV) market, concerns have been raised over potential personal data leaks to China through the vehicles manufactured by the company, industry observers said Tuesday. The security risks of private data leaks to China emerged following [...]

Hyundai Unveils Casper Electric Cross, a Rugged Small SUV with Outdoor Appeal

SEOUL, Feb. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — Hyundai Motor Company is set to launch the Casper Electric Cross, a compact electric SUV, on February 11, 2025. The new model builds upon the existing Casper Electric, incorporating design elements that enhance its outdoor appeal. The front fascia features a cross radiator grille and a semi-gloss gray metallic skid [...]

Young Enthusiasts Keep Legacy of Daewoo Motors Alive

SEOUL, Feb. 10 (Korea Bizwire) — Until the late 1990s, the gray uniforms of Daewoo Motors workers in Bupyeong, Incheon, were a symbol of pride. These “Daewoo men” were welcomed everywhere in town, representing not just local economic vitality but South Korea’s industrial might. That era came to an abrupt end when Daewoo Motors defaulted in [...]