Tesla CEO Elon Musk says that the company will have humanoid robots for internal use next year as the company moves to address lingering challenges including the delay in producing its “Optimus” lineup of humanoid robots.
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Feds Launch Probe of Jeep, Ram Models Over Engine Stalling Problems
Federal investigators have launched a probe of 150,000 Stellantis vehicles after receiving numerous reports that their mild hybrid engines can unexpectedly stall out. In some cases, owners find it difficult to then restart the vehicles. More from Headlight.News.
Higher Prices Resulting in Rising Repo Rates in First Half of 2024
Americans continue to pay near-record prices for new vehicles and they’re financing the purchases at near-record interest rates. The result? Vehicle repossessions rose 23% in the first half of the year. Find out more at Headlight.News.
U.S. Regulators May Ban Chinese Software from New Vehicles
Your next new car is likely to be loaded with all sorts of digital technology – and the software to run it. And that means it may know “a lot about you.” And how that information is used has raised growing privacy concerns. That’s why the U.S. Commerce Dept. may impose restrictions on the use of software coming from China.
Ford Shifts EV Plans, Will Build More Super Duty Pickups in Canada
Ford’s shifting EV plans cause it to pivot once again with the company confirming that a plant in Canada originally earmarked for Electric vehicles will instead amplify Super Duty pickup production as Ford renews focus on highly profitable model names.
Want a Brand New EV For Just $14,000? There’s Just One Catch
The high cost of today’s EVs has slowed demand. But there’s one model now priced at just $14,000, making it one of the lowest-priced vehicles on the market. But there is one catch: those 3,000 Fisker Ocean SUVs are being liquidated as part of the automaker’s bankruptcy. Whether you’ll be able to get parts and service going forward is far from certain.
A Week With: 2024 Ford Ranger Lariat FX4 — The Flexible Off-Roader
The popularity of pickups remains unquestioned, and after a week in the 2024 Ford Ranger Lariat with the FX4 off-road package, it quickly becomes apparent why — they’re do-it-all vehicles. Find out more in our review at Headlight.News.
2024 VW Tiguan Special Edition Debuts Ahead of All-New 2025 Model
With an all-new Volkswagen Tiguan arriving for 2025, the German automaker is offering a Tiguan Wolfsburg Edition special edition as the current model wraps up its run. The Tiguan’s line-up consists of ascending S, SE, SE R-Line Black, and SEL R-Line trim levels,...
New Vehicles Less Affordable in June as Credit Declines
Anyone who bought a new car, truck or SUV last month likely paid a little more than they would have in May. Multiple factors are working in concert to keep prices higher than consumers would like. Get the story at Headlight.News.
GM CEO Mary Barra Backtracks on EV Goals, Confirms Push Into Hybrids
GM CEO Mary Barra confirms that the company has backtracked on its EV plans as slowing growth in the segment is forcing the company to shift towards expanding into PHEV and hybrids in an attempt to comply with tightening efficiency and emissions standards.
2025 Cadillac Escalade Gets A “Mid-Cycle Major” Makeover
The Cadillac Escalade gets an update for 2025, but it’s more than what you’d normally expect, mid-cycle. Along with the requisite tweaks to exterior and interior styling, it adds an assortment of new tech features, including power-operated doors and a 55-inch pillar-to-pillar digital display borrowed from the new, all-electric Escalade IQ. Here’s a closer look.
Kia’s Tasman Pickup is Big Gamble, How Will It Measure Up Against Rivals?
Kia’s Tasman pickup is a big gamble for the Korean car company but what is the company planning to do to help the Tasman stand out against rivals like the Ford Ranger, Toyota Tacoma, and Chevrolet Colorado while also building customer loyalty at the same time?