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What’s Coming to This Year’s Paris Motor Show

What’s Coming to This Year’s Paris Motor Show

The Paris Motor Show has traditionally been a big event for European automakers and, in some ways, it could prove even more important this year, as Western manufacturers roll out new products designed to hold back increasingly aggressive Chinese competitors. Headlight.News looks at some of the most important products set to debut in the City of Lights this coming week.

First Drive: 2025 Nissan Kicks

First Drive: 2025 Nissan Kicks

Millions of American motorists have been priced out of the new vehicle market. So, what do you do if you don’t want to settle for something used? The Nissan Kicks is one of a handful of affordable options currently available. And the complete makeover it’s getting for 2025 makes it far more appealing than many of the alternative entry-level options now on the market. Headlight.News has this review.

For Tesla Cybertruck, 10 Months Bring 5 Recalls

For Tesla Cybertruck, 10 Months Bring 5 Recalls

Tesla announced a recall covering more than 27,000 vehicles. More precisely, 27,185 Cybertrucks. This marks the fifth time the all-electric pickup has faced a safety-related callback since the first dozen Cybertrucks were handed over to customers by Tesla CEO Elon Musk at the end of November 2023. And it comes at a time when Tesla has had more recalls than any other automaker.

Toyota Investing Another $500 Million in Flying Cab Start-up Joby Aviation

Toyota Investing Another $500 Million in Flying Cab Start-up Joby Aviation

As the first flying cabs approach production, Toyota is more than doubling down on its stake in Joby Aviation, a California-based an electric air mobility start-up that is now test flying its first production prototypes.

EVs, Hybrids Salvage an Otherwise Weak September for Tesla, Ford, GM, Other Automakers

EVs, Hybrids Salvage an Otherwise Weak September for Tesla, Ford, GM, Other Automakers

Tesla posted a modest upturn in sales for the third quarter after losing ground during the first half of the year. And it wasn’t alone. EVs, PHEVs and conventional hybrids staved off what could have been a much sharper downturn for the U.S. auto industry, helping prop up major manufacturers including General Motors, Ford, Toyota and Mitsubishi.

Mercedes-AMG Sees Big Opportunities for Performance EVs

Mercedes-AMG Sees Big Opportunities for Performance EVs

While a number of automakers are rethinking their plans for EVs, Mercedes remains committed to the transition to battery-electric propulsion. And that includes its high-performance division, AMG. If anything, AMG CEO Michael Schiebe is convinced buyers “will jump into that new technology” as new models come to market.

Hurricane Helene Could Trigger Another Major Semiconductor Shortage

Hurricane Helene Could Trigger Another Major Semiconductor Shortage

The damage wrought by Hurricane Helene could take months to calculate but it also could be felt worldwide. The floods that roared through the mountainous western part of North Carolina devastated one town, in particular, that is known for more than just its scenic views. It’s one of the world’s largest sources of the “high-purity quartz” needed to produce semiconductors. And it could touch off another major chip shortage in the months ahead.

Used Car Buyers Beware: Hurricane Helene Could Flood Market With Water-Damaged Vehicles

Used Car Buyers Beware: Hurricane Helene Could Flood Market With Water-Damaged Vehicles

Hurricane Helene delivered a record punch this past week, leaving a trail of destruction from Florida’s Big Bend to the western mountain towns of North Carolina. And the impact could be felt much further away. If past natural disasters are any indication, thousands of flood-damaged vehicles could wind up being repaired just enough to put them out on the used car market. And unsuspecting buyers could be in for some major problems.