September 27, 2024

S. Korea produces 1st homegrown engine for K9 howitzer

South Korea has produced the first homegrown engine for the country’s K9 self-propelled howitzer after a yearslong development project, the state arms procurement agency said Friday.

The move comes after the country began the 32.16 billion-won (US$2…

Kia completes building EV-only plant

Kia Corp. said Friday it has completed building Hyundai Motor Group’s first manufacturing facility dedicated solely to electric vehicles, which boasts an annual capacity of producing 150,000 units.

Kia held a ceremony for the Kia Gwangmyeong EVO Pla…