With North American sales and earnings on the slide, Stellantis faces a number of challenges that have already led to some major changes in upper management and layoffs on the factory floor. And CEO Carlos Tavares is under mounting pressure to find a fix, reports Headlight.News.
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2025 Cadillac Lyriq Slated to Get Price Increase, Lyriq-V Coming
A new report suggests Cadillac is penciling in a price increase for the 2025 Cadillac Lyriq with the EV also rumored to get a high-performance V model for thrill seekers who want more speed in their SUV purchase.
Volkswagen’s Reborn Microvan, the ID.Buzz, Will Start at $61,545
It’s been a decade’s long wait but Volkswagen is finally ready to bring the replacement for its iconic Microbus back to the U.S. market. And while the original might have been an affordable people-mover, buyers of the new VW ID.Buzz will have to reach deeper into their pockets, the all-electric model starting at $61,545.
Ford Revises EV Plans, Dumps 3-Row SUV, Delays Next-Gen Pickup
Ford officials revealed the company’s plan to adjust the production timing of its future electric vehicles as well as other future product changes. The moves are designed to improve the company’s profitability while ensuring it hits its long-term environmental goals. Find out more at Headlight.News.
2024 Ram 2500 Power Wagon and Rebel get Lunar Inspired Special Edition
Ram is the latest automaker to embrace the dark side of the moon with the 2024 Ram 2500 Power Wagon and Rebel Lunar Edition. Special edition will help the truck hold down the fort as it prepares to update the HDs
Headlight.News For The Week of 8-19-24 – GM Sues Texas -Car Prices Drop – 2025 Ford Explorer Review and More
In this week's episode of the Headlight.News podcast we discuss the brewing legal battle between GM and the state of Texas, The drop in new car prices, and review the 2025 Nissan Ariya. We also discuss the debut of several new products and take a look at This Week in...
Trump May End EV Tax Credits Even While Considering A White House Role for Tesla’ Musk
The $7,500 federal tax credit for buyers of battery-electric vehicles could be dropped if Donald Trump returns to the White House next January, the presidential candidate said in an interview. At the same time, Trump said he’s open to finding a role for Tesla CEO Elon Musk, possibly even making him a member of his cabinet.
UAW Chief Threatens Strike at Stellantis
UAW President Shawn Fain used a prime-time speech during the opening of the Democratic National Convention to warn of a possible strike against Stellantis. Speaking out against what he described as “corporate greed,” Fain accused the Euro-American automaker of reneging on investments promised as part of a settlement union and management reached during contract talks last autumn.
Maybach Plays Starring Role In Monterey, GT3 130Y Motorsport says Goodbye to the GT
Mercedes-Benz and Maybach make a splash with three model unveilings as the company says goodbye to the AMG GT while also adding even more luxury to the SL droptop and the S680 luxury sedan.
Acura’s HRC Prototype Takes the Integra Type S to New Levels
With the launch of the Type S, Acura gave a big boost in performance to the revived Integra sport sedan. But the automaker is now hinting that it could take things to a new level with the HRC Prototype it rolled out during Monterey Car Week. Here’s what we’ve learned about it.
GM Laying Off 1,000 Software, Service Staff
General Motors is cutting over 1,000 salaried software and service employees, despite the automaker’s increasing focus on opportunities to expand revenues through the use of connected and autonomous vehicle technologies. The company said the move will help it “prioritize investments.”
Koenigsegg Jesko Attack Nabs Lap Record at Laguna Seca
Koenigsegg's Jesko Attack hypercar continues to set records wherever it goes with the company confirming that it managed to set a new lap time record at Laguna Seca. Koenigsegg's Jesko hypercar made waves when the Swedish hypercar maker revealed it several years ago....