It’s official. Starting on Leap Day owners of Ford EVs will be able to plug into any of more than 15,000 Tesla Superchargers. That roughly doubles the number of public chargers that they previously had access to. With “charger anxiety” seen as one of the biggest obstacles to widespread EV adoption, Ford is hoping this will help up boost demand for its all-electric products. To make it even easier, Ford will begin shipping free Tesla adapters to its owners starting late next month.
Month: February 2024
2024 Maserati GranCabrio Trofeo Adds Spice To Droptop Motoring, Has Artura Spider In Its Sights
Maserati GranCabrio droptop adds style and performance to open-air motoring with track ready Trofeo model. Model to compete with rivals like the 2025 McLaren Artura Spider
President Biden Orders Probe of Foreign Connected Vehicles
Citing Chinese automobiles and trucks with internet connectivity as a possible national security threat, President Biden directed the Commerce Department to launch an inquiry into foreign software in automobiles. Get details at Headlight.News.
Dealerships Remain Critical to Buying Experience Despite Predictions of Disappearance
In the wake of the COVID pandemic, many predicted the demise of auto dealerships. Study after study “revealed” more and more buyers were comfortable conducting most of their purchases online, especially younger buyers. Now with things nearly back to normal, it seems the reports of their demise was an exaggeration. Find out more at Headlight.News.
EVs Are Getting Better but Public Charging is Getting Worse
While the rate of growth may be slowing, EV sales hit a record 1 million last year as more and more Americans find them to be acceptable alternatives to conventional, gas-powered vehicles. But “charging anxiety” has become one of the key factors slowing EV growth, according to industry analysts. And a new J.D. Power study concludes that “Public charging isn’t just bad, it’s getting worse.” That said, most owners are ready to buy another EV when it’s time to trade in, especially those with the top-ranked BMW i4.
Infiniti Teases 2025 QX80 Ahead of New York Debut, Will Spearhead New Artistry In Motion Design Language
Infiniti provides a glimpse into its brand revitalization with 2025 QX80. Flagship SUV will spearhead broader revitalization effort to bring the brand back into prominence
Aston Martin is the Latest to Delay its EV Plans
Aston Martin is following the lead of manufacturers including Ford, General Motors and Volkswagen, responding to slowing growth in the EV market by delaying the launch of its first all-electric model by at least a year. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Tesla Shipping New Roadster in 2025, Musk Claims
Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO, revealed the company plans unveil its second-generation roadster by the end of this year with deliveries starting next year. The Roadster was the first-ever Tesla vehicle, and its replacement was slated to arrive four years ago. Details at Headlight.News.
Buick Reveals New “Exceptional” Slogan, Provides Another Glimpse Of Updated Wildcat Concept
Buick prepares to enter new phase of marketing push with all-new slogan while also providing the world another glimpse of the updated Wildcat concept
IIHS Tightens Requirements for Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick + Awards
The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety tightened Its qualification criteria for Top Safety Pick Awards. The organization cited demand for better side crash protection and improved pedestrian detection systems as key reasons for making these changes. Get details at Headlight.News.
Farewell Titan: Apple Finally Abandons its Autonomous EV Program
After investing a decade and billions of dollars in a project meant to bring a fully autonomous EV to market Apple reportedly has pulled the plug on the program known internally as Project Titan. More from Headlight.News.
New 2025 Honda CR-V e:FCEV Gets the Automaker Back into the “Hydrogen Economy”
Honda unveiled a new version of the familiar CR-V hybrid on Tuesday, and the e:FCEV is the automaker’s newest fuel-cell vehicle, the first Honda to run on hydrogen since it killed off the Clarity FCV three years ago.