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Q&A: Ineos CEO Lynn Calder Sees Big Opportunities – But Tariffs Could Get in the Way

Q&A: Ineos CEO Lynn Calder Sees Big Opportunities – But Tariffs Could Get in the Way

Odds are you’ve never heard of Ineos Automotive – at least not until recently. It’s a start-up brand backed, of all things, by one of the world’s largest chemical companies. The British carmaker last year brought its first model, the rugged Grenadier SUV, to the U.S. market and is in the midst of launching its second product line, the Quartermaster pickup. Headlight.News caught up with Ineos CEO Lynn Calder during a recent driving event in Aspen and asked her about Ineos’ product plans, growth opportunities – and the impact of the new Trump auto import tariffs.

First Drive: 2025 Ineos Grenadier

First Drive: 2025 Ineos Grenadier

Look in the dictionary under “retro” and you’ll find a picture of the Ineos Grenadier. Okay, not really, but it should be. Ineos designers made no attempt to make Grenadier pretty. It’s got a classic look that underscores the SUV’s go-anywhere, any time capabilities. To get a feel for what it could do, Headlight.News headed out to Aspen, Colorado and a perfect timed snowstorm.

Caught Speeding in Virginia? You Might Need to Install a Speed Limiter

Caught Speeding in Virginia? You Might Need to Install a Speed Limiter

If you get caught speeding in Virginia you could find it difficult to break the speed limit again. The state is set to become the first to allow its judges to order speeders to install a device limiting how fast they can drive in the future. The new rules go beyond the speed warning devices European lawmakers have enacted, reports Headlight.News.

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Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 3-31-25

In this week’s podcast we cover Trump and his tariffs on automakers as well as his warning to automakers about raising prices to cover the costs, as well as a vehicle review and more.

Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 3-24-25

In this week’s podcast, we discuss Tesla recalling all the Cybertrucks ever built due to the possibility their stainless steel body panels can fly off while driving,, BYD’s breakthrough EV charging technology and more. Additionally we review the new Cadillac Optiq, its entry-level electric vehicle. Check it out at Headlight.News.

Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 3-17-25

In this week’s podcast, we cover Nissan finally selecting a new CEO for the struggling automaker, IIHS toughening its testing standards, JD Power’s latest study showing consumers are happier with dealers, but dealers are still falling short in some important areas. We also offer an in-depth review of the new all-electric Cadillac Escalade IQ. Check it out at Headlight.News or Spotify.

Headlight.News Podcast for the Week of 3-10-25

In this week’s Headlight.News podcast we cover the latest tariff updates, Nissan’s troubles, Tesla’s woes and whoa and a review of the 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander SUV. Check it out at Headlight.News or on Spotify!

Latest Reviews

First Drive: 2025 Ineos Grenadier

First Drive: 2025 Ineos Grenadier

Look in the dictionary under “retro” and you’ll find a picture of the Ineos Grenadier. Okay, not really, but it should be. Ineos designers made no attempt to make Grenadier pretty. It’s got a classic look that underscores the SUV’s go-anywhere, any time capabilities. To get a feel for what it could do, Headlight.News headed out to Aspen, Colorado and a perfect timed snowstorm.

A Week With: 2025 Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD

A Week With: 2025 Kia EV6 GT-Line AWD

There are more choices than ever when it comes to electric vehicles. However, one of the early arrivers, the Kia EV6, continues to evolve and improve. After three years, the newest model is surely the best one yet. Check out our review at Headlight.News.

Nissan Turns Over a New Leaf – The Original EV to Return in SUV Form

Nissan Turns Over a New Leaf – The Original EV to Return in SUV Form

The Nissan Leaf is back, though you might not recognize it. The first mainstream battery-electric vehicle is getting a complete makeover for 2026, returning in SUV form. It’s just one of the big announcements Nissan made Wednesday about its upcoming electrification plan including more U.S. and European EVs, new e-Power and PHEV models and more. Headlight.News has the details.

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