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Automakers Make Major Strides in Preventing or Reducing Severity of Frontal Crashes

Automakers Make Major Strides in Preventing or Reducing Severity of Frontal Crashes

Automakers are using new forward-collision avoidance technology to great effect, a new study reveals, with 22 of 30 vehicles tested earning kudos from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. But a number of products from Detroit manufacturers fell short, reports Headlight.News.

Why Is GM Dumping So Many Seasoned Corvette Execs?

Why Is GM Dumping So Many Seasoned Corvette Execs?

When Tadge Juechter, the long-time chief engineer for the Corvette program, left nearly a year ago it seemed like just a normal retirement. But severalother members of the sports car’s team have now left – and not voluntarily. That has many observers wondering: what’s going on at Corvette?

Rivian Opens Up Sales of Electric Commercial Van to All Fleet Buyers

Rivian Opens Up Sales of Electric Commercial Van to All Fleet Buyers

Whether you’re a major operator, like Amazon, or simply operate a single vehicle for a local business, EV maker Rivan is opening up sales of its commercial van to all fleet buyers. The move comes as Rivian ends its exclusive deal with Amazon – and resolves a component shortage that had limited its ability to produce the battery-electric vans.

Trump’s 25% Tariffs on Steel, Aluminum Imports Will Impact Automakers

Trump’s 25% Tariffs on Steel, Aluminum Imports Will Impact Automakers

Despite efforts by automakers to improve their relationships with President Donald Trump prior to and immediately after he took office last month, they can’t seem to escape the impact of his trade policies, the latest being a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports into the U.S. Find out what’s happening at Headlight.News.

As Tesla Sales Nosedive in California and Europe, is The “Musk Effect” to Blame?

As Tesla Sales Nosedive in California and Europe, is The “Musk Effect” to Blame?

Is it the “Musk Factor” at play? Industry analysts say a growing backlash aimed at Tesla CEO Elon Musk is clearly responsible for the carmaker’s sliding sales and market share in the key EV market of California, as well as in Europe. But that only complicates the challenges the automaker is facing from growing competition from both traditional automakers like Hyundai, GM and Ford, as well as th increasingly aggressive Chinese brands. More from Headlight.News.

Trump Tariffs Threaten Auto Industry’s Vast Manufacturing System and Could Mean a Big Hit for Buyers

Trump Tariffs Threaten Auto Industry’s Vast Manufacturing System and Could Mean a Big Hit for Buyers

Pres. Donald Trump has warned he may announce tariffs of up to 25% against two major trade partners, Canada and Mexico, as early as Saturday, February 1. Additional tariffs targeting China may also be announced. The potential impact could be felt far and wide — especially in the auto industry, with manufacturers facing a threat to profits and consumers facing the risk of higher prices. Some familiar vehicles could also disappear from the market, especially entry-level models.

VW Pulls the Plug on U.S. Version of the ID.7 EV

VW Pulls the Plug on U.S. Version of the ID.7 EV

Volkswagen is the latest automaker to back off on its EV roll-out. The automaker told Headlight.News that “due to the ongoing challenging EV market” it has scrapped plans to introduce the ID.7 sedan to the U.S. market – though it will continue to be offered in Europe, China and a number of other markets.

Jeep Boss Intends to “Grow the Brand Back”

Jeep Boss Intends to “Grow the Brand Back”

Jeep is making one of the riskiest moves in its storied history, rolling out its first global EV, the Wagoneer S. It will be followed by a flood of new models this coming year, part of a push by the off-road marque to “grow the brand back” after several unexpectedly disappointing years. Headlight.News looks at what Jeep has coming and how it will face its ongoing challenges.

Long-Range Ram 1500 Pickup Scrapped, Report Reveals

Long-Range Ram 1500 Pickup Scrapped, Report Reveals

After delaying the launch of its Ram 1500 REV pickup, the Stellantis truck brand now has pulled the plug on an extended-range version of the EV that was to have delivered as much as 500 miles per charge. For those who need that much range, the automaker sees buyers more likely to go with the Ramcharger with its gas-electric driveline. More from Headlight.News.