Once one of the most important auto shows in North America, if not the world, the annual Motor City event returned to its original January schedule after a brief summer run. But what has been renamed the Detroit Auto Show is a mere fraction of the size of what it was during its glory days. Headlight.News looks at what has happened — and why.
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Electric Mustang Mach-E Outsells Ford’s Classic Coupe – and Is Anyone Really Surprised?
It may be the best-selling pony car on the market but the classic, gas-powered Ford Mustang coupe was outsold by the all-electric Mustang Mach-E last year. If anything, the EV gained significant momentum in 2024, something that one of Ford’s key competitors could take as encouragement as it launches its own, all-electric muscle car.
The Big Automotive Stories We Expect in 2025
The new year is likely to be a big year when it comes to the auto industry, especially with a new president coming into office who has signaled plans to scrap EV sales incentives and enact hefty new tariffs on imported auto parts and fully assembled vehicles. We’ve...
From the Heartland to the Pacific, Operation Frodo Rescues Nearly 2 Dozen Abandoned Dogs
Yes, Virginia, there is a Santa Claus, but he has a bright red beard, rather than a snowy white one, and he began his annual trip a bit early this year, with a coterie of automotive journalists substituting for the usual elves, set to deliver 23 beagles rather than toys. I was one of those who made this year’s journey…and like the rest of my colleagues, it made for a unique and heartwarming holiday adventure.
Mercedes Teases All-Electric Van Ahead of U.S. Return
Mercedes released teaser images of what will be a new line of family-sized all-electric vans. Based on its EV-only VAN.EA platform, the German automaker is confident enough to bring it back to the U.S. market where it’s been out of the people-mover segment for some time.
Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed Blends Bespoke Style With Speed
Mercedes-AMG PureSpeed pushes the envelope of performance even higher with SL-based creation also bringing F1’a Halo feature to a production vehicle for the first time ever.
Consumer Reports Has Some Big Surprises as it Hands Out its Annual Automotive Report Card
Ready to invest in a new car, truck or crossover? There are plenty of choices these days. But how do you know what’s right for you? Consumer Reports is offering a helping hand as it releases its Automotive Report Card. The annual study helps you figure out which brands and models are reliable, feature-loaded and fun to drive – and which products to steer close of. And this year’s report contains more than a few surprises.
Mercedes Shifts Strategy with New CLA to Offer EV and Hybrid Options
When Mercedes-Benz launches its next-generation CLA family next year it will feature, as expected, an all-electric drivetrain. But, reflecting the realities of the global market, it will also be offered with a choice of hybrid powertrains, as well. And it will move away from the controversial “one-bow” styling of earlier battery-electric models like the EQS and EQE.
Mercedes-AMG Teases New Performance EV Model
Mercedes-AMG prepares to go on its own with new EV SUV that will forge its own distinctive performance identity.
Mercedes-Benz Is Facing Problems With EQ Models Exploding
Mercedes-Benz is potentially facing a growing problem with its EQ lineup as another report of an EQ model exploding raises the spotlight on what could be a dangerous problem for the brand's lineup of EV vehicles. Mercedes-Benz is typically known for making vehicles...
Headlight.News for The Week of 10-29-2024 – Scout Returns – GM and Tesla Deliver Surprises In Their Earnings Reports – Cheap Tesla Dead & More
In this week's episode of the podcast we talk about the return of Scout, the surprises Tesla and GM delivered at their earnings calls, and the demise of the entry-level Tesla. We also review a new offering from Mercedes Benz and take a look at This Week in Automotive...
A Week With: 2024 Mercedes-AMG CLE 53
If there’s anything that electrification does to the fiercest of cars, it’s civilize them. Look only at the new 2024 Mercedes-AMG CLE 53. Here’s our review.