Exports of Korea-made used cars to hit record high in 2025

Demand for Korean used cars is growing rapidly in Russia and the Middle East, such as the UAE and Syria

Used cars parked in parking lots in Incheon for export (Courtesy of Yonhap)  
Used cars parked in parking lots in Incheon for export (Courtesy of Yonhap)  
Tae-Ho Lee 4
2025-04-29 09:00:02 thlee@hankyung.com
Automobiles

South Korea’s exports of used cars by its homegrown auto brands are expected to hit a historic high this year, thanks to their improved brand reputation and the weak Korean currency against the US dollar, making high-quality cars shipped from the country cheaper abroad.

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