The last two automakers reporting new vehicle sales results for February, Ford and Volvo, kept up the trend if big returns. Ford sales were up 10.5% while Volvo jumped 38%. Find out more about what the big sellers were at Headlight.News.
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Ford Racing F-150 Lightning Demonstrator at Pikes Peak
Ford is heading to Colorado to summit Pikes Peak with an F-150 Lightning EV demonstrator in June. It’s the second straight year the automaker’s charged up the mountain with an EV, doing so last year in its electric SuperVan. More and more battery-electrics are heading to the top. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Examining the Drop in Highway Deaths, EV Charging Problems and More on the Headlight News Podcast
Headlight News for the Week of 3-4-24: Highway Fatalities Drop – EV Charging is a Problem – America’s Safest Cars – Top 10 New Cars – New Car Review – and This Week in Automotive History. Get the podcast 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.
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.
Motor Vehicle Deaths Predicted to Decline 4% in 2023
The estimated number of deaths on U.S. roadways last year fell to 44,450 from 46,270, which is a decline of 4%. The first decline since 2019 came despite Americans driving 2.1% more miles in 2023. Get details at Headlight.News.
New Vehicle Sales Going Strong in February
After a bit of dip in January, automakers are expected to report strong numbers for new vehicle sales in February. The first two months of the year are typically slower, so February’s expected returns are a pleasant surprise. Get details at Headlight.News.
Jeep and Ford Cut Prices, Counterfeit Auto Part Problem, 2025 Ram 1500 Review Highlight Headlight News Podcast
Headlight News for the Week of 2-26-24 – Jeep and Ford Cut Prices – Automakers Back off of EV – Counterfeit Auto Parts – 2025 Ram 1500 Review and the Week in Automotive History.
Auto Companies Fight Battle Against Global Counterfeit Parts Makers
The recent investigation by U.S. Department of Homeland Security in metro Detroit turned up scores of counterfeit auto parts. The probe, aided by Detroit Three automakers, netted scores of inexpensive, but fake parts for Ford, Chevrolet and Dodge car parts. The bust is a microcosm of a much larger problem across the U.S. costing automakers billions of dollars. Find out more at Headlight.News.
GM Pushes Back Sale of Midsize Trucks Due to Software Issue
General Motors put a halt to the sale and delivery of its 2024 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon midsize pickups after a software glitch was discovered. The company is fixing the problem and expects to lift the hold soon. It’s the second major software problem to halt a high-profile vehicle. The stop sale hasn’t yet been lifted on the Chevy Blazer EV. Get details at Headlight.News.
Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking Not the Savior Many Think
The problem with a lot of new automotive technologies is that they make drivers a little too relaxed. A new study shows that reverse automatic emergency braking isn’t a substitute for a cautious, alert driver. Get details at Headlight.News.
Headlight News for the Week of 2-19-24 Podcast: Ford Plans Low-Cost EVs, Cybertruck Rust, Rivian Teases New EV, Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Review
Headlight News for the Week of 2-19-24 – Ford Plans Low-Cost EVs – Cybertruck Rust – Rivian Teases New EV – Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV Review – and a Week in Automotive History.