NEW: Get Updates by Email

Automakers

First Drive: 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo

First Drive: 2026 Volkswagen Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo

Volkswagen delivered an all-new version of its compact Tiguan SUV earlier this year, but it was saving the best for last, at least for those looking for some serious performance. The 2026 VW Tiguan SEL R-Line Turbo delivers a surprising 67 hp over the rest of the line-up, while also packing in an assortment of upscale features. Headlight.News has this review.

Automakers Paying Nearly $11 Billion on Tariffs – And Consumers Will Start Paying More of the Bill

Automakers Paying Nearly $11 Billion on Tariffs – And Consumers Will Start Paying More of the Bill

The Trump administration’s trade war is proving costly for the auto industry which will wind up paying about $10.6 billion in tariffs – just on autos and auto parts imported from Canada and Mexico – through the end of October, and while they’ve largely absorbed most of those costs, so far, consumers can expect to start seeing more of those tariffs passed on in new vehicle prices in 2026 and beyond, reports Headlight.News.

Subaru’s Hot Hatch Ready to Return – Two Very Different Concepts Set to Debut at Japan Mobility Show

Subaru’s Hot Hatch Ready to Return – Two Very Different Concepts Set to Debut at Japan Mobility Show

Three years after Subaru sent its WRX STI speeding off into the sunset the automaker appears ready to bring a new hot hatch to market. But it has two very different concept vehicles coming to the Japan Mobility Show later this month. Which one might be ready for production? Headlight.News has more.

Toyota Takes Aim at Bentley, Rolls-Royce with New Century Brand

Toyota Takes Aim at Bentley, Rolls-Royce with New Century Brand

Toyota will show off a new super-premium luxury car concept during the Tokyo Motor Show later this month. But don’t expect to see it land in Toyota showrooms. Badged a “Century” model, it will signal the launch of an all-new brand rising above the automaker’s current Lexus division to take on some of the world’s most exclusive marques, including Bentley and Rolls-Royce. Headlight.News has more.

Stellantis Investing $13 Billion in U.S., adding 5,000 Jobs

Stellantis Investing $13 Billion in U.S., adding 5,000 Jobs

Stellantis will invest $13 billion to increase production and add new products in the U.S. market, the company revealed, noting that this will be the largest investment in the history of the Chrysler Corp. side of the trans-Atlantic automaker. It also marks a...

Who Needs an EV? 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer “REEV” Will Deliver 500 Miles, 647 HP

Who Needs an EV? 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer “REEV” Will Deliver 500 Miles, 647 HP

Jeep is making some notable changes to the flagship Wagoneer for 2026, updating its design, simplifying the line-up and taking a sharp knife to pricing. It’s also launching its first range-extending electric drive system promising up to 500 miles range and 647 horsepower. Headlight.News takes a closer look at the 2026 Jeep Grand Wagoneer and the new powertrain designed to eliminate worries associated with pure electric vehicles.

Mitsubishi Adding “Off-Road-Focused” SUV to Line-Up

Mitsubishi Adding “Off-Road-Focused” SUV to Line-Up

Mitsubishi line-up is getting ready for a big growth spurt. The automaker today confirmed it will introduce an “all-new…off-road-focused” version of its Outlander SUV, on top of the all-electric utility vehicle it previously confirmed will arrive next summer. Headlight.News has more.

Forward Into the Past with Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic

Forward Into the Past with Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic

With its latest concept vehicle, Mercedes offers a retro-futuristic look at where it might take things with a coupe-style flagship that features not only an all-electric drivetrain but Level 4 hands-free driving capabilities. Headlight.News takes a closer look at the Mercedes-Benz Vision Iconic.