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Ssangyong production to resume, strike over

Matt Brogan — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 02:52:34 +0000

Hundreds of fired workers at Ssangyong Motors yesterday abandoned their 77-day-long occupation at the manufacturer’s paint factory in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi, after the labour union and management struck a compromise deal on layoffs. At the union’s request, final negotiations began at noon inside a container located in the “peace zone” between the headquarters building and the paint [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Ssangyong production to resume, strike over

SsangYong gets OK for re-structure

Matt Brogan — Sun, 24 May 2009 23:35:21 +0000

SsangYong has been given the all-clear by a South Korean court to begin its restructuring plans. The court confirmed a recent Samil Pricewaterhouse Coopers assessment that the manufacturer had a greater value as a going concern than its liquidated value, and ordered SsangYong to submit its full restructuring plan by mid-September. SsangYong applied for, and was [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

SsangYong gets OK for re-structure

2009 SsangYong C200 Aero and Eco

George Skentzos — Fri, 03 Apr 2009 07:15:59 +0000

The SsangYong brand has never exactly been synonymous with elegant design, however its latest model does show promise with the unveiling of two new C200 variants at the Seoul Motor Show. The SsangYong C200 Aero and C200 Eco promise significantly improved fuel economy and lower CO2 emissions, with production scheduled for later this year and should [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2009 SsangYong C200 Aero and Eco

Ssangyong to reveal production ready C200 at Seoul

Matt Brogan — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 22:41:45 +0000

Korean manufacturer Ssangyong is reportedly on the comeback from bankruptcy with an announcement today that it plans to show a production ready version of its C200 SUV at next month’s Seoul Motor Show (from April 2). First seen at the Paris Motor Show last year, the C200 concept was designed in Italy and makes a dramatic [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Ssangyong to reveal production ready C200 at Seoul

CarAdvice spies 2010 SsangYong Actyon in Melbourne, Australia

Paul Maric — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 22:16:16 +0000

CarAdvice has spied SsangYong’s new Actyon undergoing drivetrain testing in suburban Melbourne, ahead of its release later this year. The finished, pre-production model, fitted with Drivetrain Systems International’s six-speed automatic gearbox was spotted driving through peak hour traffic outside of Melbourne’s CBD. The outgoing Actyon suffered from design flaws – you could say – so you can [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

CarAdvice spies 2010 SsangYong Actyon in Melbourne, Australia

SsangYong secures creditor protection, for now

Matt Brogan — Sun, 08 Feb 2009 22:34:46 +0000

SsangYong has secured protection from creditors, for now, but may struggle to revive in the short term as it struggles to find new owners. The Chinese-owned manufacturer had bankruptcy protection filing approved over the weekend allowing it another chance at life after it posted its fourth loss-making quarter in a row. But analysts say despite the reprieve, [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

SsangYong secures creditor protection, for now

Toyota and SsangYong going backwards

Karl Peskett — Mon, 22 Dec 2008 23:14:13 +0000

Perhaps even those strongest can and do suffer along with the rest. Toyota has announced at a press conference that it is forecasting its first-ever annual operating loss, while Korean manufacturer SsangYong says it cannot pay its employees. Toyota president Katsuaki Watanabe said, “The company [Toyota] is facing an unprecedented crisis where it cannot avoid posting [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Toyota and SsangYong going backwards

New boss for Peugeot/SsangYong

Matt Brogan — Sun, 14 Dec 2008 23:15:35 +0000

Automotive importer Sime Darby Pty Ltd has a new managing director this morning with Rob Dommerson having been appointed head of the newly formed group who represent the interests of Peugeot and SsangYong here in Australia. The creation of this new organisation will provide a platform for the expanded Sime Motors business in this country [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

New boss for Peugeot/SsangYong

2008 SsangYong Sports Review

Matt Brogan — Sat, 13 Sep 2008 03:49:37 +0000

2008 SsangYong Sports A200S Xdi Review & Road Test A quiet and comfortable commercial – who’d have thought? Model Tested: 2008 SsangYong Sports A200S Xdi 4×2 Dual-Cab Pick-Up 2.0-litre, turbo-diesel, automatic – $31,990 (RRP) Options: Metallic Paint $300 (Fitted) Smooth Ride, Good Fuel Economy, Comfortable Seats, Quiet Cabin Steering Ratio, Obtuse Styling, Cabin Odour, Short Service Intervals CarAdvice Rating: - by [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2008 SsangYong Sports Review

SsangYong C200 Concept breaks tradition

George Skentzos — Fri, 12 Sep 2008 15:22:26 +0000

SsangYong has earned an unwanted reputation as the maker of some of the most visually-challenged cars on the market – but that could be about to change. The brand has unveiled the first rendering of its new C200 urban compact SUV concept which will make its official debut at the Paris motor show. The C200 is powered [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

SsangYong C200 Concept breaks tradition

SsangYong goes to Sime Darby

Alborz Fallah — Thu, 11 Sep 2008 02:36:35 +0000

SsangYong Motors Australasia has just announced the company will transfer all Australian distribution rights for SsangYong motor vehicles and parts to Sime Darby. SsangYong said in a statement that an official date is yet to be set, however it is expected before month’s end. Under the current system, SsangYong cars and parts are distributed by SsangYong [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

SsangYong goes to Sime Darby

2008 SsangYong Stavic Review

Matt Brogan — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 07:30:46 +0000

2008 SsangYong Stavic SV270 SPR Review & Road Test If you’re more of a features person, Stavic may suit you down to the ground Model Tested: 2008 SsangYong Stavic SV270 SPR 2.7 Xdi Automatic – $39,990 (RRP) Full of Features, Smooth Auto Transmission, Roomy second Row Awkward Appearance, Rough and Noisy Ride, Quality Issues CarAdvice Rating: - by Matt [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2008 SsangYong Stavic Review

SsangYong stand 2008 London Motorshow

Alborz Fallah — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 16:43:02 +0000

SsangYong stand 2008 London Motorshow Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site. SsangYong stand 2008 London Motorshow

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

SsangYong stand 2008 London Motorshow

2008 SsangYong ute for tradies

David Twomey — Thu, 29 May 2008 13:40:52 +0000

Korean manufacturer SsangYong has unveiled a new entry level variant of its popular Sports Dual Cab aimed at tradesman looking for a tough no-nonsense workhorse ute at a really low price. The SsangYong Sports Dual Cab Tradie boasts a value-for-money price tag of just $24,990 for the 4×2 five-speed manual powered by the eco-friendly common rail, [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2008 SsangYong ute for tradies

2008 SsangYong Range

Alborz Fallah — Thu, 21 Feb 2008 08:17:38 +0000

SsangYong today held a press conference in Sydney outlining the brands intentions for 2008 and ahead. The Korean company, which is owned by Shanghai Automotive Industry Corporation (SAIC), only sold 2,123 cars last year but intends to move around 3,500 units this year, having revised its specifications and pricing. To achieve its ambitious aims, SsangYong has just [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2008 SsangYong Range

2008 Ssangyong Actyon Sports review

rjw — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 04:30:23 +0000

2008 SsangYong Actyon Sports review CarAdvice rating: Test Model: SsangYong Actyon Sports 4 x 4 Diesel 2.0-litre Limited automatic Options Fitted: None Recommended Retail Price: $39,990 On Road Price: Around $43,000 Where it sits: The top version of SsangYong’s unique–looking ute. The range starts at $29,990 for the two-wheel-drive manual with automatic adding $2000. - by Robert Wilson SINCE it re-emerged [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

2008 Ssangyong Actyon Sports review

Next-gen SsangYong Chairman

Alborz Fallah — Thu, 13 Dec 2007 02:36:41 +0000

There is no arguing that SsangYong designs some of the oddest cars in the world. In most cases it seems that one designer draws the front and another the back, resulting in rather peculiar shapes. The flagship model for the Korean manufacturer is the Chairman, a car designed to offer Mercedes-Benz S-class quality for 1/5th of [...]

Original article from: Australian Car Advice - Australia's largest independent Auto site.

Next-gen SsangYong Chairman