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First Drive: 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST First Edition

by Paul Eisenstein | May 23, 2024 | *Daily News*, Chevrolet, Ford, General Motors, GMC, Ram, Rivian, Tesla

After an unexpectedly long wait, Chevrolet finally brings the retail version of its new, all-electric pickup to market with the arrival of the 2024 Silverado EV RST. The initial First Edition package is loaded with an array of features that should grab potential buyers’ attention. It’s now the longest-range EV pickup on the market at up to 440 miles per charge, and delivers up to 750 hp in WOW mode. It’s also targeted at those with deep pockets – until later, more affordable trims arrive. Here’s our review of the 2024 Chevrolet Silverado EV RST First Edition.

Review: 2024 Ford F-150 Raptor R – the “Ultimate” Off-Road Beast

by Paul Eisenstein | May 23, 2024 | *Reviews*, Car Culture, Chevrolet, Consumer Guides, First Drive, Ford, Motorsports, off-road, Ram

Ford has long been the king-of-the-hill in the full-size pickup market, outselling all competitors, domestic and foreign. So, it’s no surprise to see it determined to rule the off-road segment, as well. With the big F-150 getting a major update for 2024 that means a new version of the rugged Raptor R, as well. Ford’s “ultimate” off-roader gets more power, and new features designed to help it overcome the toughest obstacles – whether you’re crawling a boulder-strewn trail or racing down the Baja.

First Drive: 2024 Ford Maverick Hybrid — The Most Fuel Efficient Pickup You Can Buy

by John Faulkner | May 22, 2024 | *Daily News*, *Reviews*, *Trending*, Automakers, First Drive, Ford, Hybrids

The 2024 Ford Maverick is the perfect mixture of fuel economy and value

Ford Tells Dealerships To Halt EV Investments, Move Comes As Part of Internal Review

by Carl Malek | May 22, 2024 | *Daily News*, Automakers, Dealers and Service, EVs and batteries, Ford

Ford is telling dealerships to stop EV investments as it undertakes a review of internal certification process

Former Jaguar Design Chief Callum Readies First EV for Launch

by Michael Strong | May 20, 2024 | *Daily News*, Automakers, Business, EVs and batteries, Executives, Ford, Green Power, Infiniti, Jaguar, Personalities, Technology

What is it with car designers wanting to start their own car companies? Former Jaguar Director of Design Ian Callum has developed the Callum Skye EV, a small, off-road oriented vehicle set to debut May 22. Check it out at Headlight.News.

Ford CEO Doesn’t Rule Out Mustang Sedan in Interview, Hybrid Still In Play Too

by Carl Malek | May 17, 2024 | *Daily News*, *Trending*, Automakers, Ford, Hybrids

Ford CEO Jim Farley confirms that the company still has not ruled out the possibility of a Mustang sedan as Ford continues exploring ways to expand Mustang sales and long-term longevity

Ford Built A Whole Rallycross Course When Developing Mach-E Rally

by Carl Malek | May 14, 2024 | *Daily News*, *Trending*, Automakers, Ford

Ford pulled out all the stops when it was developing the Mustang Mach-E Rally. The trail-busting EV went through extensive testing during its development and that included the company building a special rallycross course to help push the EV to its limits.

Chinese EV Imports Pose “An Extinction Level Event”

by Paul Eisenstein | May 14, 2024 | *Daily News*, Auto Shows, Business, BYD, Earnings and Financials, EVs and batteries, Ford, geely, General Motors, Green Power, Sales, Technology, Tesla, trade, Volkswagen, zeekr

President Joe Biden raised tariffs on an assortment of Chinese-made goods, including the battery-electric vehicles manufacturers like BYD, Geely and Great Wall have been hoping to start selling in the U.S. The threat of these inexpensive EVs – some starting at barely $10,000 – has sent shivers through the American auto industry, one trade group warning their arrival poses an “extinction-level event.” Headlight.News explains why.

Feds Raise “Significant Safety Concerns” Over Ford Fuel Leak Recall

by Paul Eisenstein | May 9, 2024 | *Daily News*, Business, Consumer Guides, Ford, Government, Lincoln, Recalls, Regulatory, Safety

A recall ordered by Ford to address gasoline leaks involving 43,000 Ford Bronco Sport And Escape SUVs has come under scrutiny. Federal regulators say they have “significant safety concerns” about whether the repairs will fix the problem and prevent possible vehicle fires.

Stellantis Faces New Threat as Workers at Key Stamping Plant Vote to OK Strike

by Paul Eisenstein | May 7, 2024 | *Daily News*, Business, Chrysler, Dodge, Earnings and Financials, Ford, General Motors, Jeep, Ram, Stellantis, Union

Months after settling a crippling strike at its North American automotive operations, Stellantis faces the threat of another walkout, workers at a critical stamping plant in suburban Detroit giving union leaders the okay to shut down the facility if no agreement can be reached over health and safety issues. A walkout would also shutter key Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep and Ram assembly lines.

Ford Posts Record Month for Hybrid Vehicle Sales as the Company Also Deals with Decreasing F-150 Sales

by Joseph Szczesny | May 2, 2024 | *Daily News*, *Trending*, Automakers, Earnings and Financials, Ford, Sales

Ford Motor Co. set a monthly record for sales of hybrid vehicles during April as its sales slipped last month as sales of the full-size F-150 pickup weakened.

Ford Recalling 242K Trucks Due to Taillight Problem

by Michael Strong | May 2, 2024 | *Daily News*, Automakers, Business, Ford, Government, Legal, Recalls, Safety

Ford is recalling 242,669 2022-2024 Maverick compact pickups due to a problem with the truck’s taillights. This action makes the second time there was a recall involving the pickup last month. Get more details about it at Headlight.News.

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