KATSEYE member Yoonchae surprised her fans (known as EYEKONS) by revealing that she recently purchased a car to boost her personal motivation. The South Korean artist shared the news during a livestream held on January 31, 2026, which attracted more than 100,000 fans. During the livestream, the KATSEYE member explained that she does not yet have a driver’s license but bought the car because she wanted to set a personal goal for herself.
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Yoonchae is 18 years old internationally, which sparked mixed reactions online, especially from Korean readers. In South Korea, the legal adult age is 20, while in the United States it is 21. Although minors are legally allowed to drive in some countries, many users questioned whether buying a car so early in her career was appropriate. Others expressed admiration and curiosity about how she managed to purchase a vehicle less than two years into her career as a KATSEYE member.
The discussion quickly spread across Korean online communities. Some fans defended Yoonchae’s choice and congratulated her for her independence, while critics described the situation as unrealistic and disconnected from everyday life. Despite the controversy, the girl band continues to have a packed agenda. The girl group will perform at the 2026 Grammy Awards on February 1, 2026. The group is also nominated for best new artist and best pop duo or group performance for the song Gabriela. Making things even better, KATSEYE will make its late night television debut on February 4, 2026, on Jimmy Fallon.
