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Month: May 2025

Tariffs Backfire as Automakers Reduce North American Production

Tariffs Backfire as Automakers Reduce North American Production

Pres. Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on imported autos and auto parts were intended to bring manufacturing and jobs back to the United States but, at least for now, the plan appears to be backfiring. Though a number of automakers are looking at ways to bring new vehicle production to the States, a new study shows that the industry will sharply reduce output in North America this quarter. And that, in turn, raises the prospect of U.S. auto jobs cuts. More from Headlight.News.

Toyota Amps Up the Power on its 2026 bZ with Woodland Off-Road EV

Toyota Amps Up the Power on its 2026 bZ with Woodland Off-Road EV

Toyota got a lot of feedback about perceived shortcomings of its first electric vehicle. Clearly, it took the criticism to heart because on the heels of rolling out the new version of the bZ with more range, it showed off a more powerful model: the 2026 bZ Woodland edition. Check it out at Headlight.News.

Over 25% of Cars Sold Globally in 2025 Will be EVs

Over 25% of Cars Sold Globally in 2025 Will be EVs

While the Trump administration may be taking steps to slow EV adoption you wouldn’t know by the sales numbers which, in the U.S. are rising at a double-digit rate. Worldwide, demand is growing even more rapidly, with battery-electric models expected to account for more than one in four of the vehicles sold worldwide this year.

GM Switching to New Battery Chemistry For Trucks, SUVs

GM Switching to New Battery Chemistry For Trucks, SUVs

General Motors has created new partnerships to come up with less expensive and easier to source battery chemistry. The Ultium Cells joint venture with Korea’s LG energy is set to go into production in 2028. GM claims the new technology will be cheaper without sacrificing range. More from Headlight.News.