SsangYong officially in trouble again! Woes for Korea's number three brand continue as its latest potential buyer is forced to file for bankruptcy

SsangYong officially in trouble again! Woes for Korea's number three brand continue as its latest potential buyer is forced to file for bankruptcy

5 May 2022 by Tom White

Who will buy SsangYong? Certainly not Edison EV, after the failed deal forces it to file for bankruptcy. Read more
Top 10 underrated SUVs: The shrinking violets that should be celebrities! CarsGuide Podcast #228

Top 10 underrated SUVs: The shrinking violets that should be celebrities! CarsGuide Podcast #228

29 Apr 2022 by CarsGuide team

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2022 SsangYong Rexton goes back to Black: New Black Edition tops the range of Isuzu MU-X, Ford Everest SUV rival

2022 SsangYong Rexton goes back to Black: New Black Edition tops the range of Isuzu MU-X, Ford Everest SUV rival

20 Apr 2022 by Tim Nicholson

SsangYong has jumped on the 'black pack' train by launching a limited-edition version of its Rexton SUV.The large seven-seat off-road wagon line-up will now be topped by the Black Edition which, as ...Read more
Australia's cheapest electric ute update: The affordable SsangYong EVs and SUVs up in the air as the Hyundai and Kia compatriot brand backs out of buyout plans with EV truck firm Edison Motors

Australia's cheapest electric ute update: The affordable SsangYong EVs and SUVs up in the air as the Hyundai and Kia compatriot brand backs out of buyout plans with EV truck firm Edison Motors

29 Mar 2022 by Byron Mathioudakis

SsangYong is back at square one searching for a new parent, now that South Korean truck and bus manufacturer Edison Motors has failed to meet acquisition payments deadlines. Read more
Australia's cheapest electric ute? SsangYong Musso EV could beat Kia, Hyundai to market and offer Rivian R1T-beating 1100km range - report

Australia's cheapest electric ute? SsangYong Musso EV could beat Kia, Hyundai to market and offer Rivian R1T-beating 1100km range - report

11 Mar 2022 by Tim Nicholson

SsangYong's new owners have big plans for the Musso ute - the Korean workhorse is going electric.A report from South Korean publication Daily Car says SsangYong's new owners, electric vehicle ...Read more
SsangYong's Prado predator spied undisguised! 2022 SsangYong J100 electric SUV targets Toyota LandCruiser Prado with rugged design - with ute version to follow

SsangYong's Prado predator spied undisguised! 2022 SsangYong J100 electric SUV targets Toyota LandCruiser Prado with rugged design - with ute version to follow

1 Feb 2022 by Justin Hilliard

SsangYong’s future may have only just been secured by a new owner, but it’s been pushing ahead with the development of a box-fresh all-electric SUV that seemingly has the Toyota Prado in ...Read more
MG, Isuzu, Genesis and the three other brands that had massive sales increases in 2021

MG, Isuzu, Genesis and the three other brands that had massive sales increases in 2021

16 Jan 2022 by Tim Nicholson

Last year was a real mixed bag when it comes to new-vehicle sales in Australia.On the one hand, it was a strong year in terms of outright volume, with overall sales reaching 1,049,831 units - a 14.5 ...Read more
SsangYong saga officially over! EV specialist succeeds Mahindra as new owner of Korea's other automotive brand, with electric cars set to be its sole focus

SsangYong saga officially over! EV specialist succeeds Mahindra as new owner of Korea's other automotive brand, with electric cars set to be its sole focus

12 Jan 2022 by Justin Hilliard

SsangYong finally has a new owner, with Korea’s number-three automotive brand having officially been acquired by an electric vehicle (EV) specialist ...Read more
2022 SsangYong Musso ute detailed: Isuzu D-Max, LDV T60, GWM Ute rival misses out on more powerful engine

2022 SsangYong Musso ute detailed: Isuzu D-Max, LDV T60, GWM Ute rival misses out on more powerful engine

10 Jan 2022 by Tim Nicholson

Just months after the heavily facelifted version of the Musso landed in showrooms, SsangYong has revealed another update for its workhorse.As reported by CarsGuide, the refreshed ute range gains a ...Read more
Could this be Australia's new cheapest electric car? 2022 SsangYong Korando e-Motion detailed, sets sights on MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric

Could this be Australia's new cheapest electric car? 2022 SsangYong Korando e-Motion detailed, sets sights on MG ZS EV and Hyundai Kona Electric

13 Dec 2021 by Tung Nguyen

SsangYong has finally fully detailed its Korando e-Motion electric vehicle (EV), confirming key powertrain details and timing for overseas markets. Read more
2022 SsangYong Musso to power up! More potent diesel engine coming to Korea's Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux, Isuzu D-Max and Mitsubishi Triton rival: report

2022 SsangYong Musso to power up! More potent diesel engine coming to Korea's Ford Ranger, Toyota HiLux, Isuzu D-Max and Mitsubishi Triton rival: report

9 Dec 2021 by Justin Hilliard

SsangYong’s recently facelifted Musso yet will get an overdue engine upgrade as part of an update due next year, according to a new report ...Read more
Australia's best worst sellers: The Mazda, Ford and SsangYong cars and SUVs that might be off your radar, but deserve consideration | Opinion

Australia's best worst sellers: The Mazda, Ford and SsangYong cars and SUVs that might be off your radar, but deserve consideration | Opinion

31 Oct 2021 by Byron Mathioudakis

Many cars gain stellar reviews or stand out for being special, only to end up underperforming in the market. We’ve identified seven magnificent sales losers that deserve to be far more popular ...Read more
SsangYong's saviour revealed at last! Preferred buyer chosen to save Korea's number-three car brand ahead of promised electric revolution: report

SsangYong's saviour revealed at last! Preferred buyer chosen to save Korea's number-three car brand ahead of promised electric revolution: report

21 Oct 2021 by Justin Hilliard

The SsangYong saga is all but over, with South Korea’s number-three automotive brand reportedly selecting its preferred buyer ...Read more
SsangYong saga nearly over! Buyer to be selected for Korea's number-three car brand in mid-October - with EV-only future likely: report

SsangYong saga nearly over! Buyer to be selected for Korea's number-three car brand in mid-October - with EV-only future likely: report

30 Sep 2021 by Justin Hilliard

The surprisingly engrossing saga that has been the fate of Korea’s number-three automotive brand, financially troubled SsangYong, is reportedly coming to an end soon ...Read more
How to Beat the Used Car Price Boom? Due to a Car Shortage We Are Seeing the Price of Second Hand Cars Skyrocket - Is Australia in a Car Bubble?

How to Beat the Used Car Price Boom? Due to a Car Shortage We Are Seeing the Price of Second Hand Cars Skyrocket - Is Australia in a Car Bubble?

5 Sep 2021 by Byron Mathioudakis

Buying a used car is difficult enough in normal times. Read more
SsangYong saga evolves! Surprise buyers line up to rescue Korea's number-three brand, with its future to be known by November

SsangYong saga evolves! Surprise buyers line up to rescue Korea's number-three brand, with its future to be known by November

4 Aug 2021 by Tom White

Yet another surprise in the SsangYong saga, as a large number of cashed-up bidders show interest in the embattled Korean manufacturer, with its sale to be confirmed before the end of the year. Read more
Toyota RAV4 Hybrid not tough enough for you? New SsangYong KR10 SUV will be "powered by toughness" with eco-friendly engines

Toyota RAV4 Hybrid not tough enough for you? New SsangYong KR10 SUV will be "powered by toughness" with eco-friendly engines

26 Jul 2021 by Andrew Chesterton

First Great Wall fired a warning shot across the bow of the Toyota LandCruiser Prado with a new sketch detailing the beefed up Tank 600 which is expected to be powered by a new V6 engine.And now ...Read more
SsangYong's dramatic gamble to stay alive! American company looks to save South Korea's ailing number three as debts pile up

SsangYong's dramatic gamble to stay alive! American company looks to save South Korea's ailing number three as debts pile up

22 Jul 2021 by Tom White

In a dramatic turn of events, a new US company looks to bet big to save Korea's troubled number three automaker. Read more
What's going on at SsangYong? Brand idles workforce and plans to move out of its only factory in preparation for electric future

What's going on at SsangYong? Brand idles workforce and plans to move out of its only factory in preparation for electric future

14 Jul 2021 by Tom White

Dramatic developments for SsangYong as the brand announces plans to shutter its only factory. Read more
Best 4x4 and off-road vehicles arriving in 2021

Best 4x4 and off-road vehicles arriving in 2021

25 Jun 2021 by Tung Nguyen

Australians love the great outdoors and getting off the beaten track, and with destinations like Cape York, Birdsville and Odonata scattered throughout the country, who could blame them? Read more
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