A pair of new reports suggests next generation F-150 will be delayed with the current-gen model expected to hold down the fort until 2028.
Ford
Headlight News For The Week of 2-17-2025
In this week’s episode of the HLN podcast we talk about the dip in vehicle dependability and production while trouble continues to dog Nissan and Tesla. We also review the Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally before hanging up our driving helmet and taking a drive into the hallowed halls of This Week in Automotive History.
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?
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
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
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.
Automakers Add More Budget Models As Consumers Feel The Effects of Rising Prices
Automakers launch a renewed wave of budget-minded models as priced-out customers seek less expensive ways to get a new vehicle for themselves.
Ford Reports Record Full-Year Revenue with “Solid” Q4 Results
Ford turned around its fourth-quarter earnings, moving from a loss to $1.8 billion in net income, pushing the company to a new benchmark for full-year revenue of $185 billion. The automaker also forecast lower earnings for 2025. Get details at Headlight.News.
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
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
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 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.