Hard to believe Lexus didn’t have its North American lineup quite right; however, it resolved the need for a capable — and dedicated — three-row SUV with the all-new 2024 Lexus TX. The new model replaces the RXL, which filled the gap not-so-capably. Headlight.News put the ute through its paces and has the review.
Month: October 2023
Stellantis, Samsung Investing $3.2B in Second Gigafactory in Indiana
With the UAW looking to represent the battery plants run by automakers, Stellantis revealed its plans to partner with Samsung SDI on a $3.2 billion facility in Kokomo, Indiana. Get the details at Headlight.News.
Canadian Auto Workers Strike Deal with GM
Just over 12 hours after walking off the job, Unifor reached a tentative deal with General Motors, the second of the three automakers the union is negotiating with. The two sides couldn’t get it done yesterday, and 4,300 workers then walked off their posts. Details at Headlight.News.
Rumor Mill: Toyota May Have a GR Version of the Prius in the Works
As the world’s first high-volume gas-electric hybrid, Toyota showed how far you could stretch a gallon of gas. But, with last year’s launch of the fifth-generation Prius, the automaker also shows that hybrids can be not only attractive but fun to drive. Might the Japanese giant be ready to take the fun factor to new levels? That’s a distinct possibility, rumors from Japan suggesting it has a GR edition in the works.
First Look: 2024 BMW X2
It was way back in March when BMW first teased the launch of the second-generation X2, the most recent addition to its lineup of Sport Activity Vehicles. While its not set to make its formal debut at the Japan Mobility Show in Tokyo later this month, the Bavarian automaker is pulling the wraps off the 2024 BMW X2 ahead of time.
General Motors Hit with Union Strike in Canada
More than 4,300 members of Unifor went on strike against General Motors early Tuesday after negotiators for the two sides couldn’t reach a tentative labor agreement in Canada. Find what’s got them walking the picket line at Headlight.News.
Nissan Hyper Adventure Concept Takes Aim at “Eco-Minded Outdoor Travelers”
Nissan is going to extremes — for the Japan Mobility Show, that is. The automaker plans to reveal an assortment of EV show cars at the annual event and, after giving us a sense of how it might plug into city life with the Hyper Urban Crossover, it’s now taking us out on the trail with the eco-friendly Nissan Hyper Adventure concept.
If the 2023 Kia EV6 GT is the Future, Sign Us Up Now
With graceful curves, an attractive cabin laden with plenty of convenience technology and advanced driver assistance systems to match, the 2023 Kia EV6 gives EVs plenty of appeal. However, a less-than-stellar range is a drawback to all that power and performance. Check out the review at Headlight.News.
Alpha Motor’s Pushing EV Off-Road Bounds with NightWolf
California-based Alpha Motor Corp. keeps pushing the limit with its off-road ready electric pickup, the NightWolf. The rough-and-tumble two-seater just completed some rigorous testing as it moves through its development. Get details at Headlight.News.
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Mercedes-Maybach Goes Up, Up and Away!
Space, the final frontier? It seems like space tourism is finally becoming a real thing. And Mercedes-Maybach wants to get in on the action. But its partnership with Space Perspective, which bills itself as a “carbon-neutral spaceflight experience company” will take passengers up into the heavens in an appropriately luxurious style. Get the story at Headlight.News.
Workers Reject Tentative Agreement, Strike Mack Trucks
Workers at Mack Trucks overwhelmingly rejected a tentative agreement on Sunday and walked off the job Monday. A statement by UAW President Shawn Fain said union negotiators are “committed to exploring all options” for a better settlement. The walkout at Mack comes as...