Automakers, especially Asian brands, posted healthy sales for July. But the pace is expected to slow as the economy turns sluggish from Trump’s tariffs and as unemployment begins to climb.
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Ford Has a “Model T Moment” Coming August 11, Says CEO Farley – But This Time It’s An EV
Ford’s push into affordable EVs appears to be coming a big step closer to reality, CEO Jim Farly planning to make a major announcement on August 11 at the automaker’s assembly plant in Louisville, Kentucky next week. It will be, the CEO suggested, “a Model T moment,” referencing the legendary vehicle that put Ford on the map more than a century ago. More from Headlight.News.
Despite Record Revenue Numbers, Ford Takes Small Loss for Q2
Ford released its second-quarter earnings results, setting a new record with $50.2 billion in revenue, but it wasn’t enough to keep it out of the red. The company recorded a net loss of $36 million. Get the rest of the numbers at Headlight.News.
UAW Says it Was Burned by Trump on Tariffs
After throwing its support behind Pres. Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on imported autos and auto parts, the United Auto Workers admits is coming up empty handed in the administration’s new deal with Japan, which offers nothing for workers and could lead to lower wages. Headlight.News has more.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 7-21-25
Headlight News for the Week of 7-21-25 includes Ford setting a recall record, President Trump’s next move could cripple Tesla, plus Subaru makes moves in Uncharted territory. Plus we review the 2026 Genesis GV70 and we travel through this week in automotive history.
Ford Launches Two Electrified Broncos – But You Can’t Have it Unless You Live in China
Ford has launched two electrified versions of the Bronco, an EV and a range-extender. Both are set to go on sale later this year. Unfortunately for EV fans, the only place they’ll be available is in China. Headlight.News has more.
Automakers Will Face No Fines for Missing Mileage Targets – and it Wil Cost Tesla Billions
Detroit’s Big Three automakers are among those cheering the Trump administrations decision to end penalties for missing federal fuel economy mandates. Not so Tesla, however. The automaker stands to lose billions of dollars in revenues earned selling mileage credits. Headlight.News explains.
Yet Another Major Ford Recall, This Time for Risk of Fire Involving 700,000 SUVs
It’s been a bad year for Ford Motor Co. – and, in this case, that’s bad for customers who have had to cope with a record flood of recalls. Add to the list another one announced Tuesday covering nearly 700,000 recent SUVs at risk of catching fire. For Ford, the service action will result in a $570 million charge to earnings. More from Headlight.News.
Ford Sets Auto Industry Recall Record – and it’s Only July
While Ford may be doing well from a sales perspective this year, there’s another number it can’t be proud of. Detroit’s second-largest automaker launched 89 separate recalls during the first six months of 2025 – surpassing the previous full-year record set by General Motors. And there may be more coming. More from Headlight.News.
Ford’s Latest Recalls Covers 850,000 Vehicles – But it Has Yet to Find a Fix
Ford is recalling more than 850,000 vehicles due to a faulty fuel pump issue. It’s about to notify customers – but there’s a bigger problem. It still doesn’t have a fix. What happens next? More from Headlight.News
U.S. Auto Sales Stall as Trump Tariffs Take Hold
“The party’s over,” said one key analyst. While domestic carmakers reported a modest upturn boost in sales for June, the U.S. auto market largely stalled out as buyers began pulling back due to price increases caused by the Trump tariffs on imported autos and auto parts. Headlight.News has more on the winners and losers.
Chinese Automakers Pose a Growing Risk – But So Do Tariffs and a Shortage of Skilled Workers, Warns Ford CEO Farley
Chinese domestic automakers are becoming a major threat as they gain acceptance around the world with new, low-cost products, Ford CEO Jim Farley warns. But that’s not the only challenge facing Ford and other traditional manufacturers – particularly those in the U.S. There are Trump’s tariffs, for one thing, as well as a shortage of the skilled workers automakers depend on. More from Headlight.News.