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Killer Quake Could Mean Shortages of Some Japanese Models, Including New Lexus ES
The death toll continues to mount as recue crews search rubble following a major earthquake hit Japan this week. The temblor also has hammered Japanese industry, several automakers suspending production as they deal with damage at their plants. More from Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 Toyota Corolla FX Edition
If you are a child of the 1970s, then a hatchback holds a special place in your heart. Not necessarily a comfortable place, but if your family owned a hatchback, then you’ve got some hardcore memories. Walking upon the 2026 Toyota Corolla FX Edition immediately evoked feelings of nostalgia and excitement. Does the FX Edition offer an experience worthy of the emotion? Check out our review to find out.
China’s Automakers Are Faster, Leaner – But Do Burgeoning Problems Portend an “Extinction Event?”
Chinese automakers rolled out more than 600 new and updated vehicles during the 1st half of 2026. They’re fast and lean and hit record sales last year, and domestic brands like Geely and BYD are crushing foreign manufacturers like GM and VW. But they’re starting to have serious problems of their own, reports Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness
Coming up on its 30th year in production, Subaru’s Forester started life as an offshoot of the marque’s Impreza model. Essentially a tall Impreza station wagon, it’s grown into a full-on crossover-SUV. Now, it gets more off-road capability in the form of the 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness model. See how far it’s come in our review at Headlight.News.
JD Power Finds New Vehicles More “APEAL-ing” Than Ever
If you’ve purchased a new vehicle lately chances are you’re extremely satisfied with what you drove home, reflecting improvements in design, features and quality. Porsche topped the charts in the latest JD Power APEAL study – but there were some surprises. For one thing, electric vehicles outperformed all other powertrain technologies, reports Headlight.News.
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Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 5-26-26
This week on the podcast, we cover news from Stellantis, Volkswagen’s revival of the ID. Buzz, Ferrari finally building an EV, the Luce, and we review the 2026 Toyota Camry SE Nightshade. Check it out.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 5-18-26
On the Headlight News podcast this week, we look the rise of hybrid sales and the moves by Honda and Mazda to meet demand. We also cover the looming shortage of base oils due to the conflict with Iran. Finally we review the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz SRT. Check out the podcast, give us some feedback.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 5-4-26
On the Headlight News podcast this week, we look at tough April new vehicle sales numbers. We also examine the latest threat of raising tariffs on EU vehicles, plus we reviewed the 2026 Mazda CX-5 and more. Check it out at Headlight.News.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 4-27-26
On this week’s podcast, Headlight News examines April auto sales. We also talk about whether or not a recession is looming and take a look at the compensation plans of Detroit Three CEOs. Finally, we review the 2026 Ford F-150 Lobo and take a look at This Week in Auto History. Check out the podcast!
Latest Reviews
A Week With: 2026 Toyota Corolla FX Edition
If you are a child of the 1970s, then a hatchback holds a special place in your heart. Not necessarily a comfortable place, but if your family owned a hatchback, then you’ve got some hardcore memories. Walking upon the 2026 Toyota Corolla FX Edition immediately evoked feelings of nostalgia and excitement. Does the FX Edition offer an experience worthy of the emotion? Check out our review to find out.
A Week With: 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness
Coming up on its 30th year in production, Subaru’s Forester started life as an offshoot of the marque’s Impreza model. Essentially a tall Impreza station wagon, it’s grown into a full-on crossover-SUV. Now, it gets more off-road capability in the form of the 2026 Subaru Forester Wilderness model. See how far it’s come in our review at Headlight.News.
JD Power Finds New Vehicles More “APEAL-ing” Than Ever
If you’ve purchased a new vehicle lately chances are you’re extremely satisfied with what you drove home, reflecting improvements in design, features and quality. Porsche topped the charts in the latest JD Power APEAL study – but there were some surprises. For one thing, electric vehicles outperformed all other powertrain technologies, reports Headlight.News.
Nissan Leaf Adds High-Performance Nismo Package – and, Yes, It’s Coming to North America
Nissan is giving its original battery-electric vehicle a new personality. The Leaf Nismo went on sale in Japan this week and offers a notable upgrade in performance and handling, in line with more conventional Nismo packages. Headlight.News has more.
Honda Teases 3rd-Generation Ridgeline Pickup
Honda is offering up a first teaser image of what will become its third-generation Ridgeline pickup. Expect the truck to arrive “within two years,’ the automaker said – which means a roughly one-year gap after the current Ridgeline ends production later this year. Headlight.News has more.