Democrats scored a lopsided victory in the midterm elections. What they do now could have a major impact on the economy – and the auto industry, in particular. Here’s what to watch for.
Automakers
Hybrid Sales Are Keeping the Auto Industry Afloat
U.S. auto sales outperformed expectations in October and industry analysts say the market was given a big boost by surging demand for hybrids. More from Headlight.News.
Who Says America’s Ended its Love Affair With the Automobile?
U.S. automotive sales haven’t come close to meeting their pre-COVID high and conventional wisdom suggests Americans have fallen out of love with the automobile. But you might question that assumption were you to attend the annual SEMA Show in Las Vegas that starts today.
Ford Escape May Return – But in All-Electric Form
Ford’s decision to kill off the Escape crossover last December took many folks by surprise. But it now looks like that long-popular badge will make a return in 2029 – albeit on a new EV based on Ford’s Universal Vehicle platform. More from Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 BMW Alpina XB7
The first aftermarket tuner to work closely with BMW, Alpina’s association with the Bavarian marque goes back to 1962. The relationship is now a family, and the 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 reflects the excellence that can be created in that environment. Check out the review of the new model at Headlight.News.
What’s the Next Affordable Car? REO Trucks Might Fit the Bill
Buyers in search of a cheap new vehicle are looking at a variety of all-new brands. The latest is a blast from the past, bringing back the long-gone REO badge.
Mazda Will Drop CX-70 – (But in Name Only)
The two-row Mazda CX-70 is going away – but only in name, to simplify its line-up, the automaker’s CEO told Headlight.News. Going forward, Mazda will add a two-row version of its top-trim CX-90 now available only in a three-row configuration.
Kia Defies Conventional Logic; Continues Betting on EVs
While most manufacturers have slashed their battery-electric programs, charges ahead with the launch of the affordable new EV3. What does it see that other brands don’t?
Audi Lifts BMW Playbook With $4 Billion Georgia Plant
When Audi launches production at its planned $4 billion assembly plant in Georgia it will create 4,500 jobs – and follow the same playbook as BMW has used so successfully with its own factory in Spartanburg, South Carolina. More from Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 Mazda CX-90 Premium Sport
Mazda has spent years building a reputation for vehicles that feel a little more sophisticated than their price tags suggest. The 2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV only adds to the legacy of those efforts. Find out more in our review at Headlight.News.
GM Getting Back Into the Hybrid Market – But it’s Got a Long Way to Catch Up
General Motors is getting ready to roll out an assortment of hybrid models, starting early next year. It will initial target some of its most fuel-hungry products, such as the Chevrolet Silverado, before expanding across a broader array of models. More from Headlight.News.
Acura Growth Plan Relies on Basic Math: More Product = More Sales
A week after teasing plans to launch both a new flagship and a first-ever off-roader, Acura offered broader insight a future that will count on five new and updated models to deliver a 50% growth in U.S. sales by 2030. More from Headlight.News.