While Kia’s tried to separate its Carnival from the minivan pack by calling it a multi-purpose vehicle, the new 2025 version features a new hybrid powertrain — just like all the other minivans. Check out more on the new Carnival at Headlight.News.
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Fisker Goes Bust – Elon Musk Gets $56 Billion Payout – Bugatti Goes Hybrid – Bronco Everglades Review – This Week In Automotive History and More in This Week’s Headlight.News Podcast
This week's edition of the Headlight.News podcast focuses on Elon Musk getting his revised $56 billion dollar pay package and EV automaker Fisker going bust. We also talk about Bugatti going hybrid with the all-new Tourbillion and we review the 2024 Ford Bronco...
BMW i1 and i2 Entry-Level Models Allegedly Under Development
A new report sheds new light on BMW’s electrification program and reveals potential plans for an i1 and i2 model to help the company appeal to more younger buyers.
VW Teases 2025 Jetta, Jetta GLI
Volkswagen’s updated Jetta and Jetta GLI models make their debut this week, with the revised line-up expected to reach showrooms later this year. We could see a welcome upgrade in performance, as well as modest design tweaks. But might the manual gearbox be going away? Here’s what we know so far.
First Drive: 2025 Infiniti QX80 – the Flagship the Brand Needs
As it enters its 35th year in the luxury market, Infiniti is searching for the product that can provide a halo, helping it stand out from competing marques from Japan, Europe and the U.S. As we discovered during a visit to California’s lush Napa Valley wine country,...
Mitsubishi Might Be Bringing Back The Lancer and Montero According To Report
Mitsubishi is refocusing its EV efforts and according to a new report, it appears that two more of its iconic nameplates might make a return and play a key role in the company’s EV plans.
BMW’s M CEO Frank van Meel Says Electrified M3 “Will Beat Everything”
BMW M CEO says that M3 EV “will beat everything” as the German car giant boldly moves forward in its electrification plans.
Road Test Review – 2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4Matic – Mercedes Draws The Line in The EV Sand
2024 Mercedes-Benz EQE 500 4Matic attempts to be the perfect balance between performance, range, and luxury but does it succeed in being a futuristic jack of all trades? Or does it come up short when compared to rivals?
UAW Fight Heats Up as Honda Accused by NLRB of Anti-Union Activity
National Labor Relations Board accused Japanese automaker Honda of engaging in activities aimed at discouraging union organization activities. The agency offered several examples of the behavior. Honda officials say they look forward to the hearing. Find out more at Headlight.News.
For $4 Million You Can Get The New, 1,800-HP Bugatti Tourbillion
With the EV market cooling, hybrids are the hot ticket – and even hypercar brand Bugatti is getting into the game. For just $4 million you can drive off with the new, 1,800-horsepower Bugatti Tourbillion, the first new product from the French automaker since it was taken over by Croatia’s Rimac.
Road Test: 2024 Toyota Sequoia – A Good SUV Struggling To Standout
A good full-size SUV in a market filled with great ones.
Ferrari’s First Ever EV Model Will Come With Alleged $535,000 Price Tag
Ferrari is preparing to enter the EV wars but its inaugural model will command a hefty price tag with a new report revealing that it will start at over $500,000.