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Why Koreans in their 20s are ditching gas cars for EVs

Experts attribute the switch to EVs' affordability, as well as their app-based charging and climate control, over-the-air software updates and touch screens, which feel natural to a generation raised on smartphones.

2026.9.26

The Hyundai Insteroid concept is unveiled at the Peaches Dowon in Seongdong District, eastern Seoul, on March 31. [CHO YONG-JUN]

Ever wondered what an EV on steroids looks like? Hyundai did, and got the Insteroid.

Hyundai Motor let its young designers loose on a modified Inster EV, branded as the Casper in Korea, and the result was the Insteroid — literally the EV injected with hot rod culture steroids.

2025.4.1

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This photo provided by Hyundai Motor shows the company's revamped Casper mini SUV model. [YONHAP]

New Hyundai Casper gets louder on the outside, quieter on the road

Hyundai Motor has released a revamped version of the company's entry-level mini SUV, the Casper.

2024.10.17

A vehicle allegedly driven by Moon Da-hye appears to carelessly change lanes at around 2:51 a.m. on Saturday in front of the Hamilton Hotel in Itaewon, Yongsan District in central Seoul, according to camera footage. [SCREEN CAPTURE]

Vehicles owned by former President Moon and daughter fined 11 times

Two vehicles owned by former President Moon Jae-in and his daughter Moon Da-hye, who was recently booked for drunk driving, have been fined at least 11 times.

2024.10.9

Hyundai's Casper EV: Max cuteness, mini price — but you get what you pay for

Hyundai's EV version of the Casper has a stylish look and useful safety features, but the price reflects the lack of amenities.

2024.8.22

Hyundai Motor's Casper Electric mini SUV [CHO YONG-JUN]

Hyundai pulls out all the stops in new Casper Electric with range of safety features

Hyundai Motor's upcoming Casper Electric comes with a safety assist system to prevent unintended collisions and a stress-free range.

2024.8.7

Hyundai Motor's Casper Electric mini SUV [HYUNDAI MOTOR]

Hyundai Motor accepts preorders for Casper Electric mini SUV

Hyundai Motor started receiving preorders for the company's Casper Electric mini SUV in Korea on Tuesday, the company said.

2024.7.9

Visitors throng the Busan International Motor Show 2022 on July 17, 2022, at Bexco in Busan. [SONG BONG-GEUN]

Absence of overseas brands casts shadow on Busan 'International' Mobility Show

Busan International Mobility Show is geared for an ambitious return with a new name and the unveiling of much-anticipated new EVs, though the absence of popular brands like Mercedes-Benz and Tesla casts a bit of a pall on the expo.

2024.6.25

Kia's low-cost EV lineup. From left, EV3, EV5, EV4. EV3 and EV4 will be introduced in Korea in 2024. [KIA]

Want an electric car? Why 2024 will be the year of cheap EVs

Next year, the Korean market will offer more affordable electric vehicles (EVs) under 40 million won ($30,863) from big names like Hyundai, Kia, and Volvo.

2023.12.14

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Mayor of Gwangju Metropolitan City Kang Gi-jung, CEO of Gwangju Global Motors (GGM) Park Gwang-tae and other stakeholders pose for a picture beside a Casper, the 100,000th of its kind to roll off production lines.

2023.10.10