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Slowing Sales Means We Won’t Be Seeing These EVs in the U.S.

Slowing Sales Means We Won’t Be Seeing These EVs in the U.S.

by | Oct 9, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Ferrari on Thursday revealed details about its first battery-powered model, the Elettrica. But the Italian automaker is delaying a second EV. And it’s not alone. Ford has scrapped several all-electric models, while Nissan pulled the plug on the 2026 Ariya. Acura just ended production of the ZDX and Stellantis has abandoned the all-electric Ram REV. Those are among a growing list of planned EVs that no longer will make it into production — or will be substantially delayed. Here are some of the others.

Nissan Kills Off Plans for Electric SUV, Revives Rugged Xterra Instead

Nissan Kills Off Plans for Electric SUV, Revives Rugged Xterra Instead

by | Oct 8, 2025 | , , , , , , , , ,

Even as it cuts back on plans to expand its EV line-up, Nissan says it’s bringing back the once-popular Xterra, a rugged off-road SUV it junked back in 2015. It could be joined by a new Infiniti model, both to be produced at Nissan’s underutilized plant in Canton, Mississippi. More from Headlight.News.

At “Pivotal Moment,” Nissan Prepares Product Blitz, Including Reborn Xterra, Electrified Rogue

At “Pivotal Moment,” Nissan Prepares Product Blitz, Including Reborn Xterra, Electrified Rogue

by | Aug 22, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Nissan will roll out 20 new and updated products in less than two years for the North American market, top company executives told dealers meeting in Las Vegas this week. That will bring the return of the Xterra, for one thing, as well as a hybrid version of the brand’s best-selling Rogue model. Infiniti will also benefit from the plans, top officials, including global CEO Ivan Espinosa, said. More from Headlight.News.

First Look: 2026 Infiniti QX60 Gets New Look, New Tech, New Sport Package

First Look: 2026 Infiniti QX60 Gets New Look, New Tech, New Sport Package

by | May 19, 2025 | , , , , , ,

With two key models set to go away late this year, Infiniti clearly can use new product and that’s where the next-generation QX60 comes in. The midsize, three-row SUV gets a new look for the 2026, new technology – including the hands-free ProPilot Assist system – and a first-ever Sport edition. Headlight.News checks out the 2026 Infiniti QX60.

First Drive: 2025 Lincoln Navigator – Back on Course

First Drive: 2025 Lincoln Navigator – Back on Course

by | Apr 24, 2025 | , , , , , , , , ,

When it made its debut in 1998, the Lincoln Navigator changed the world. Well, at least the luxury automotive world. It was big, it was bold and it offered an alternative to the traditional full-size luxury sedan. Since then, SUVs have come to dominate every segment of the market – but Navigator lately has lost ground to the Cadillac Escalade. Now, Lincoln is determined to prove it won’t take a back seat to its crosstown rival. Does it deliver? Headlight.News has this review of the 2025 Lincoln Navigator.

First Drive: 2025 Nissan Armada

First Drive: 2025 Nissan Armada

by | Apr 7, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , , ,

A new Nissan Armada has sailed into U.S. showrooms, the three-row beast picking up on some of the rugged cues first seen in the form of the old Nissan Patrol way back in 1951. There are some welcome changes with the third-generation SUV, including the addition of an off-road Pro-4X trim. But buyers might also take some convincing that the beefy new turbo-six is a worthy replacement for the old V-8. Headlight.News had a chance to check out the 2025 Nissan Armada and here’s our review.

U.S. Car Sales Soar in March as Buyers Raced to Beat Trump Tariffs

U.S. Car Sales Soar in March as Buyers Raced to Beat Trump Tariffs

by | Apr 1, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Sales of new vehicles in the U.S. climbed sharply during March as buyers rushed to get in their orders before the tariffs clamp down on the automotive trade. The threat of a recession is also expected to weigh on an industry sensitive to economic trends going into April.

Nissan Turns Over a New Leaf – The Original EV to Return in SUV Form

Nissan Turns Over a New Leaf – The Original EV to Return in SUV Form

by | Mar 26, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , ,

The Nissan Leaf is back, though you might not recognize it. The first mainstream battery-electric vehicle is getting a complete makeover for 2026, returning in SUV form. It’s just one of the big announcements Nissan made Wednesday about its upcoming electrification plan including more U.S. and European EVs, new e-Power and PHEV models and more. Headlight.News has the details.

Fewer Vehicles Qualify for This Year’s IIHS Top Safety Pick and Pick+ Awards

Fewer Vehicles Qualify for This Year’s IIHS Top Safety Pick and Pick+ Awards

by | Mar 12, 2025 | , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Nearly a third fewer vehicles qualified for awards from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety this year, compared to 2024. This reflects toughening crash test guidelines meant to protect rear-seat occupants. Headlight.News looks at which vehicles took IIHS’s coveted Top Safety Pick and Top Safety Pick+ awards this time around.

Headlight. News For The Week of 1-27-2025

Headlight. News For The Week of 1-27-2025

by | Jan 28, 2025 | , , ,

In this week’s episode of the podcast, we look at how Ram and Infiniti are shaking up their respective plans for electrification before looking into how intense music can make you a more aggressive driver. After we rock out for a bit, we shift to softer listening to take a look at This Week in Automotive History.