Rivian reports fire at its Normal, Illinois assembly plant. Fire damaged multiple EVs in a storage lot but it’s not known how many were destroyed by the blaze and whether it will affect deliveries of vehicles to consumers.
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Rivian reports fire at its Normal, Illinois assembly plant. Fire damaged multiple EVs in a storage lot but it’s not known how many were destroyed by the blaze and whether it will affect deliveries of vehicles to consumers.
In this week’s episode of the podcast, we discuss the possibility of Chinese automakers entering the U.S. We also look into whether cars sold in the U.S. have too much technology and review the Buick Envista before making a detour to take a look at This Week in Automotive History.
Automatic Emergency Braking Systems have rapidly increased in availability with more vehicles coming equipped with the technology. While it has rapidly become a valuable tool in reducing accidents and crashes. However, a new report suggests that “phantom braking” is causing a surge in crashes and recalls.
Honda and Acura confirm that they are developing electrified sports car to replace the NSX. The new model might also use a new moniker instead of continuing the NSX story.
Lucid CEO Peter Rawlinson says that the company has surpassed Tesla as tech leader in the EV segment as the company prepares to heat up its rivalry with Elon Musk with the upcoming release of the Gravity three-row EV SUV.
A new report suggests Cadillac is penciling in a price increase for the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq with the EV also rumored to get a high-performance V model for thrill seekers who want more speed in their SUV purchase.
Ram is the latest automaker to embrace the dark side of the moon with the 2024 Ram 2500 Power Wagon and Rebel Lunar Edition. Special edition will help the truck hold down the fort as it prepares to update the HDs
In this week's episode of the Headlight.News podcast we discuss the brewing legal battle between GM and the state of Texas, The drop in new car prices, and review the 2025 Nissan Ariya. We also discuss the debut of several new products and take a look at This Week in...
Mercedes-Benz and Maybach make a splash with three model unveilings as the company says goodbye to the AMG GT while also adding even more luxury to the SL droptop and the S680 luxury sedan.
Koenigsegg's Jesko Attack hypercar continues to set records wherever it goes with the company confirming that it managed to set a new lap time record at Laguna Seca. Koenigsegg's Jesko hypercar made waves when the Swedish hypercar maker revealed it several years ago....
Monterey Car Week is the one time of the year when sleek exotic cars, iconic classics, and other vehicular oddballs strut their stuff for the crowds at Pebble Beach. Headlight News takes you on a brief dive to show you a few of the vehicles that will be making their debut during Monterey Car Week.
Ford is continuing to find new ways to expand the Ford Mustang’s presence in the new vehicle market. A new report suggests the company is planning an off-road version of the Mustang to cater to trail seekers and expand sales.