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GTX-C Main Construction to Begin Sept. 15: Deokjeong–Samseong Trip Planned to Drop from 80 to 30 Minutes

South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport said construction on the GTX-C public-private partnership project will begin on September 15, 2026. The approximately 86.6-kilometer line will connect Deokjeong-dong in Yangju with Suwon Station and Sangnoksu Station. Construction is scheduled to last 60 months from its start. The travel-time reductions between Deokjeong and Samseong, and between Suwon and Cheongnyangni, are plans; no opening year has been confirmed.

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2027 Hyundai Palisade Prices and Trim Differences: Key Details on the High-Roof, XRT, and Black Ink

The 2027 Hyundai Palisade, which Hyundai began selling on August 25, 2026, expands the lineup with new High-Roof, XRT, and Black Ink variants. The High-Roof raises the roof by 240 mm and has an overall height of 2,005 mm. Gasoline models range from KRW 44.78 million to KRW 75.30 million, while hybrid models range from KRW 50.77 million to KRW 81.59 million. Buyers prioritizing extra space can consider the High-Roof, those seeking an outdoor-inspired design can look at the XRT, and those wanting an exclusive premium appearance can focus on the Black Ink.

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BMW X1 Long Wheelbase Launched in India at ₹49.90 Lakh with Local Production Confirmed

The BMW X1 Long Wheelbase was launched in India on August 21, 2026. Its launch price is ₹49.90 lakh introductory ex-showroom, and the petrol model is locally produced at BMW Group Plant Chennai. Key confirmed details include increased rear-seat space, a 2,800 mm wheelbase, a 156 hp engine, and a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.

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Genesis GV90 Korea Release Date and Price: Current Status Confirmed on the Official Page

The Genesis GV90, unveiled in San Francisco on August 19, 2026, is the brand’s first full-size electric flagship SUV. The lineup consists of the GV90 Neolun with hidden B-pillar coach doors and the standard GV90 with conventional swing doors. Genesis presented a 123.5 kWh battery and a published driving range of 500 km. The official Korean page still lists the vehicle as “Coming Soon,” so the Korean price and specific launch date await a separate announcement.

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Genesis GV90 Moves Beyond the Neolun Concept Into Production With 123.5 kWh Battery Revealed

Genesis has unveiled its first full-size electric flagship SUV, the GV90. The lineup includes the standard model and GV90 Neolun, with Neolun featuring hidden B-pillar coach doors. A 123.5 kWh battery, 490 kW output, and an estimated range of about 500 km were also announced, but official pricing and the sales start date have not yet been disclosed.

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2027 Hyundai Tucson Revealed with 242-HP Hybrid and Q4 Launch Plan

Hyundai’s fifth-generation 2027 Tucson features a boxier exterior and an “Art of Steel” design, while its hybrid is rated at 242 horsepower. Initial-market launches are planned for Q4 2026, but the Korean launch date, pricing, and trims have not yet been confirmed.

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Acura NEXERA Vision Unveiled… A Concept Car, Not a Production Model, with Changes Set for the Next-Generation RDX Hybrid

The Acura NEXERA Vision is a next-generation design concept unveiled during Monterey Car Week. Although it is not planned for production, some design directions—including phantom lighting—are scheduled to appear within the next few years, beginning with the next-generation, two-motor hybrid-based RDX. Drivetrain specifications, performance, pricing, and launch timing have not been disclosed.

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Late August or September 11? What to Know About the Geely Monjaro EM-i’s Egypt Debut Schedule

Geely plans to introduce its first global hybrid D-SUV, the Monjaro EM-i, in Egypt before expanding into other global markets. However, the official announcement referred to a late-August rollout, while local reporting cited a September 11 world premiere, creating a scheduling discrepancy. Egyptian pricing, trims, full technical specifications, and customer delivery timing have also not been disclosed.

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Ferrari Luce, the Brand’s First Pure-Electric Sports Car with 1,050 hp, Unveiled in Korea

Ferrari Korea unveiled the Ferrari Luce in Korea for the first time at its Cheongdam showroom in Seoul on August 24, 2026. As the brand’s first pure-electric sports car, the Luce features four motors, a 122 kWh battery, and 1,050 cv, with a claimed 0–100 km/h time of 2.5 seconds. It was also introduced as Ferrari’s first four-door, five-seat model.

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Why the BMW New iX3 Became ‘Car of August 2026’ with 58.7 Points

The Korea Automobile Journalists Association selected the BMW New iX3 as its Car of August 2026. Competing against the Lincoln All-New Navigator, the New iX3 scored 58.7 out of 70 points and received 9 out of 10 in driving performance and energy efficiency.

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Genesis GV80 Hybrid Rumored for September 2026 Launch—But Officially Confirmed Details Tell a Different Story

Claims spread that the Genesis GV80 Hybrid would launch in September 2026, but official materials checked on August 27, 2026, did not confirm a GV80 Hybrid announcement or launch schedule. What is currently confirmed is the existing GV80’s gasoline engine lineup, Hyundai Motor Group’s strategy to expand next-generation hybrids, and forecasts from automotive media.

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The All-New Avante Receives 11,094 Orders on Its First Day—Why Buyers Flocked Despite a Starting Price of KRW 23.98 M

Hyundai Motor began accepting orders for the eighth-generation all-new Avante, a full model change, on August 5, 2026. The gasoline 2.0 starts at KRW 23.98 million, while the 1.6 hybrid starts at KRW 30.42 million before tax benefits. Hyundai said it received 11,094 orders on the first day, setting the highest first-day order record in Avante history.

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Gordon Murray S1 Revealed: Why Only 64 690PS V12 Manual Supercars Will Be Built

Gordon Murray Special Vehicles revealed the S1 at The Quail during Monterey Car Week on August 14, 2026. Based on the S1 LM platform, the S1 removes extreme aerodynamic elements such as the fixed large rear wing and combines a 4.2-liter naturally aspirated Cosworth V12, six-speed manual transmission, central driving position with three-seat layout, and a touring-focused interior in a limited run of just 64 cars.

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Hyundai Motor to Launch or Facelift More Than 100 Vehicles by 2030

At its 2026 CEO Investor Day, Hyundai Motor announced plans to launch or facelift more than 100 vehicles worldwide by 2030. However, this figure does not mean 100 all-new vehicles; the plan includes 18 all-new vehicles, facelifts, and other derivative models.

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Hyundai Motor Reaches Tentative Wage Agreement After 111 Days: How Much Has the Risk to New Models in the Second Half E-

Hyundai Motor and its labor union reached a tentative 2026 wage agreement on August 25, 2026, 111 days after their first meeting on May 6. However, the agreement must still pass the August 31 union-member vote to become final. At this stage, it is best viewed as a first step toward reducing uncertainty around production and new-model schedules, rather than a confirmed settlement.

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