Solid sales gains in August point to a robust finish for the year as fear of a recessions in the auto business recede, interest rate cut looms on the horizon, and buyers take a closer look at hybrids and newer EVs. Sales of new cars and trucks continued to gain...
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Hyundai Way Means Massive Sales Increase, More Hybrids, More Profit
South Korean automotive behemoth Hyundai Motor expects to sell 5.5 million vehicles globally by the end of the decade, including 2 million EVs and 1.8 million hybrids. The global number represents a 30% jump over last year’s numbers. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Sales Of New Vehicles Increase In July Amid High Interest Rates and Computer Problems
Automakers post strong sales for July as the industry still deals with high interest rates and the aftershocks from the CDK computer hack.
Genesis Confirms GV60 Magma Will Enter Production Next Fall
Genesis has confirmed that the spicy GV60 Magma EV is headed for production. Goodwood of Speed debut will give potential buyers a glimpse of what they can expect when the model begins production next fall.
These Are the Best EVs You Can Buy Today According to Consumer Reports
From compact crossovers to full-size SUVs, roughly 100 new battery-electric vehicles have come to market over the last two years. But which ones are the best when you factor in things like range, reliability, maintenance and everyday practicality? Consumer Reports has named its 14 top choices and it includes a variety of different sizes, prices and features. But three brands – Hyundai, Kia and BMW – stood out.
Hyundai Faces New Theft Threat From “Game Boy” Hack
Hyundai is facing a new theft threat as high-tech thieves target Hyundai, Kia, and Genesis EV models. Growing problem shines the spotlight on vehicle security challenges.
Hackers Hijack June Sales, Automakers Report Mixed Sales Picture
Hackers blurred the sales picture for June. But it appears that overall demand was less than stellar, major brands like GM, Toyota and Hyundai reporting modest declines for the second quarter overall. That said, EV sales were stronger than anticipated — with one key exception.
2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe Walks The Line On Pricing, Starts at $81,300
2025 Genesis GV80 Coupe brings the fight to SUV coupe rivals with a balanced pricing ladder. Starts at $81,300 but comes loaded with standard equipment.
Shift to Plug-in Hybrids and Range-Extenders Accelerates
While growth in the battery-electric vehicle segment has slowed sharply this year, sales are rising fast for hybrids – and automakers like Toyota, General Motors, Hyundai Motor Group and others are forecasting demand could grow at a near exponential rate for plug-in hybrids and range-extenders – driven in part by revised federal emissions standards.
Genesis Shifts Gears On EVs, Report Says Range-Extended Hybrid Coming By 2026
New report indicates that Genesis is pivoting away from EV plans with hybrid version of GV70 SUV.
First Look: 2025 BMW 3-Series
Long the benchmark among compact luxury sport sedans, the BMW 3-Series faces a growing list of serious competitors. That means the Bavarian automaker has a lot riding on the upcoming mid-cycle update. Headlight.News takes a first in-depth look at the 2025 BMW 3-Series.
First Drive: 2024 Genesis Electrified GV70
A third model joins the Genesis all-electric vehicle lineup