Ford prepares for Mustang’s 60th anniversary by announcing special events for Mustang owners and a new special edition Mustang model.
Month: March 2024
Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse Gut Punch To Automotive Industry
The Francis Scott Key bridge collapse is creating ripple effects that are expected to impact multiple sectors of the automotive industry.
Q&A: Hyundai Motor Group COO Jose Munoz is “Doubling Down” on EVs
After growing nearly 800% between 2019 and early 2023, the growth in EV sales has begun to slow in recent months. But despite some reports, U.S. demand is expected to still grow from 1.2 million to 1.5 million in 2024. While some automakers, such as Ford, Volkswagen and General Motors are pulling back on their commitments to electrify, at least one major executive, Hyundai’s Jose Munoz, says he is “doubling down” on EVs. Find out why at Headlight.News.
Next Gen FJ Cruiser Rumored To Use New Truck Platform
The latest round of rumors suggests the next-generation FJ Cruiser will use a small truck platform. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Genesis Goes to Extremes with New GV60 Magma Performance SUV and Neolun Flagship Concept
Genesis intends to put more emotion into its brand, as it set out to prove during a Monday evening news event ahead of the New York International Auto Show. The Korean luxury brand confirmed plans to launch an all-new line-up of performance models starting with the GV60 Magma, a version of its compact all-electric SUV. Separately, Genesis also unveiled the Neolun Concept, an all but ready-for-production SUV flagship.
Nissan Reveals Product Planning Arc Between Biz Plans
Japanese automaker Nissan plans to introduce 30 new vehicles, including seven in the U.S. and Canada as it seeks to bridge the gap between its current organizational plans. It’s dubbed the new plan, The Arc. Get the details at Headlight.News.
Fisker Talks with Nissan Collapse; Bankruptcy Looms Larger
Talks between Fisker and Nissan have collapsed, the troubled EV start-up reported. And with its shares plunging on the news, trading was halted on the Nasdaq exchange as the likelihood of a bankruptcy filing grow larger.
A Week With: 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro S Plus
It’s been three years since Volkswagen introduced the ID.4, its first long-range all-electric model to reach U.S. showrooms. Since then, it has rolled out a number of variants, including the latest, the all-wheel-drive Pro S Plus. While not the fastest EV in its class, it is quicker than earlier ID.4 packages and has a number of other pluses that could broaden the EV’s appeal. Find out more in our review at Headlight.News.
First Look: 2025 Nissan Kicks – a Much-Needed Makeover
We’ve seen prices rise pretty much everywhere over the last few years, nowhere more than at automotive dealerships where average transaction prices have surged as high as $50,000. While many potential buyers have been priced out of the market, others have downsized their choices, settling for products that are cramped, underpowered and chintzy. With the 2025 Nissan Kicks, however, the automaker is determined to prove its subcompact crossover can be more than just a bargain-basement option for buyers on a budget. Get details at Headlight.News.
Jeep Blazes Trail To Moab With 2024 Easter Jeep Safari Concepts
Jeep builds on heritage, colors, and style with 2024 Easter Jeep Safari concepts. Check them out at Headlight.News.
The Past Lane: A Mid-Century Modern Small Car
In an era when Detroit’s Big Three wanted to do nothing but build ever larger cars, Nash Motors had a different idea, on ethat would prove that not everyone thought bigger was better. Read the story at Headlight.News.
Stellantis Recalls 285,000 Cars Due To Faulty Airbags
Stellantis is recalling nearly 285,000 Dodge Charger and Chrysler 300 models due to faulty airbags that can explode and throw shrapnel.