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Are Korean automakers winning the right way in Europe?

Kia imports its smaller cars, such as the Rio (shown) from Korea. Larger models are built in Slovakia.
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By:
Luca Ciferri
November 14, 2012 05:00 AM
Automotive News Europe print issue

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While struggling European carmakers reduce production and consider plant closures, Hyundai and affiliate Kia are reporting record sales. In a European car market that shrank 7.2 percent in the first nine months, Hyundai's vehicle sales rose 9.6 percent and Kia's by 20.5 percent, according to data from European auto industry association ACEA.

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