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.
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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.
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?
End of the Road: These Models Are Going Away in 2027
You may find a number of once popular products absent from showrooms as we enter the 2027 model year. Here’s a list of 29 separate nameplates that won’t be around, victims of tariffs, production problems and shifting market demand.
First Drive: 2027 Kia EV3 is the All-Electric Crossover We’ve Been Waiting For
To mix metaphors, the 2027 Kia EV3 is hitting on all cylinders. It’s attractive, affordable, offers great range, reasonably quick charging and good performance. Headlight.News headed to the wilds of British Columbia to take a first drive.
September Saw an Unexpected Surge in Sedan Sales
September turned into an unexpectedly good month for the auto industry, sales exceeding gloomy expectations. The numbers were boosted not only by demand for high-mileage hybrids but strong sedan sales, as Headlight.News reports.
September, Q3 Auto Sales Defy Expectations – But Automakers Still Fear the Worst
Despite oil prices running at near record highs and consumers more worried about the economy than at any time since the depths of the COVID pandemic, U.S. auto sales grew by an unexpected 4.4% in September. That defied industry expectations, in part driven by rising demand for electrified vehicles. But experts fear the bottom could yet drop out.
Free-For-All as UAW Workers Vote for a New President
Free for all underway as members of the United Auto Workers vote to fill the union the union presidency for the next four years and incumbent Shawn Fain battles to hold on to the job.
5-Minute EV Charging is Here – Well, in China, Anyway
Imagine plugging in an EV with a nearly drained battery and having it ready to go again in less time than it takes to get in and out of your favorite coffee shop. That’s a reality, at least in China, where Geely this week revealed its latest high-speed charging system.
Screwed: The Fed Rate Hike Adds to the Mounting Misery of Automakers and Auto Buyers Alike
Screwed: The Fed Rate Hike Adds to the Mounting Misery of Automakers and Auto Buyers Alike
Ford Adds More Affordable Options, Increases V-8 Availability with 2027 F-150
At first glance it may not look like Ford has done much to the 2027 F-150. But a closer inspection reveals plenty of updates, including more V-8 options, more affordable entry packages, and a big upgrade to the hands-free BlueCruise system. Ford is also expanding its ties to Carhartt. More from Headlight.News.