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Automakers Come Up With Their Own EV Deals to Offset Lost Federal Tax Credits

Automakers Come Up With Their Own EV Deals to Offset Lost Federal Tax Credits

While federal EV tax credits expired on September 30, automakers hope to maintain sales momentum – or, at the least, head off a threatened slump – with makers like Hyundai, GM and Ford coming up with deals of their own, including big price cuts and incentives matching the lost federal tax credits. They could help boost demand, according to a new Harris poll. More from Headlight.News.

It’s No Longer “If,” But “When” Chinese Automakers Will Crack Open the U.S. Market

It’s No Longer “If,” But “When” Chinese Automakers Will Crack Open the U.S. Market

Tariffs enacted by Presidents Joe Biden and Donald Trump effectively closed the door on auto imports from China – only a few products now entering the U.S. But, despite the current hefty tariffs, observers expect that the Trump administration will soon open the American market up to Chinese products, while also encouraging manufacturers like BYD and Geely to set up U.S. manufacturing operations. While American motorists would likely welcome vehicles like the $20,000 BYD Dolphin, this could pose an “existential threat” to traditional automakers, reports Headlight.News.

Dodge May Drop 900-hp Charger Banshee While Other Electrified Stellantis Models Are Also at Risk

Dodge May Drop 900-hp Charger Banshee While Other Electrified Stellantis Models Are Also at Risk

Stellantis is backing away from its aggressive electrification plans. It’s already abandoned the all-electric Ram REV pickup and a plug-in hybrid version of the Jeep Gladiator. Now, it appears, the 900-hp Dodge Charger Banshee could be among other battery-based models set to be axed. Headlight.News has more.

Record EV Demand Charged Up U.S. Auto Sales in September

Record EV Demand Charged Up U.S. Auto Sales in September

U.S. auto sales took a sharp upturn in September, largely driven by charged-up demand for other electrified vehicles. General Motors and Ford were among the manufacturers reporting record EV numbers for the month, motorists racing to take advantage of federal tax credits before they expired at the end of the month. Headlight.News has more.

Lexus Bids Farewell to Flagship LS with Limited-Run Heritage Edition

Lexus Bids Farewell to Flagship LS with Limited-Run Heritage Edition

It was the sedan that showed the world Japan could truly compete with the best European luxury brands. But after a 36-year run, the Lexus LS is about to drive off into the sunset, the victim of declining demand for highline sedans. The automaker will give the LS one last hurrah in the form of the limited-run Heritage Edition.

Road Rage is Everywhere, Reports AAA, as Man Shot and Killed in Phoenix Incident

Road Rage is Everywhere, Reports AAA, as Man Shot and Killed in Phoenix Incident

Americans seem to be mad about everything these days and nowhere is that more apparent than on our roadways. Fully 96% of U.S. motorists admit they’ve cut off another driver or committed some other aggressive act over the past year, according to a new AAA study. In one incident over the weekend, reports Headlight.News, a man was shot and killed.

Acura Cancels ZDX EV While it Prepares to Launch the New RSX

Acura Cancels ZDX EV While it Prepares to Launch the New RSX

Acura has canceled production of the all-electric ZDX, largely due to weak sales and concerns about the future of the EV market. But the Japanese luxury brand isn’t giving up on battery power entirely. It’s moving forward on plans to launch the new RSX EV sometime next year, reports Headlight.News.

First Drive: 2025 Toyota GR Corolla – Better in Ways You Might Not Notice

First Drive: 2025 Toyota GR Corolla – Better in Ways You Might Not Notice

Toyota delivered a shock to the system when it rolled out the GR Corolla a few years back, Transforming its plain vanilla hatchback into a formidable track and street racer. Could it get even better? Headlight.News headed out to Sonoma Raceway to find out. Here’s our review of the 2026 Toyota GR Corolla.