Gimcheon hosts Korea's largest tuning car festival as custom vehicle market grows
The 2026 Korea Tuning Car Festival kicks off Friday for a two-day run at Gimcheon Sports Town in Gimcheon, North Gyeongsang Province, bringing together customized vehicles, off-road performance showcases and specialized camping cars, the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport said Thursday. Now in its fifth year, the event stands as Korea’s largest celebration of car tuning — the practice…
The 2026 Korea Tuning Car Festival commenced on Friday for a two-day event at Gimcheon Sports Town in Gimcheon, North Gyeongsang Province, according to the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport. This year marks the fifth anniversary of the festival, which is Korea's largest showcase of car tuning, an activity involving vehicle modifications to improve performance or change aesthetics.
The festival, organized jointly by the transport ministry, North Gyeongsang Province, Gimcheon city, and the Korea Transportation Safety Authority, aims to demystify vehicle customization and encourage greater public participation. Last year's edition, also hosted in Gimcheon, attracted approximately 30,000 spectators. To increase accessibility, organizers have relocated the event to a centralized downtown area this year.
Key industry exhibitors will display custom-built camper vans and high-performance vehicle upgrades, allowing visitors to closely examine the interiors. With Korea's vehicle customizing market experiencing growth, the festival provides a platform for enthusiasts to immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of car customization.
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