A little-known Japanese hypercar company has set a new world record for fastest EV, its Aspark SP600 topping 270 mph during a run down a special track in Germany. It handily topped the prior record set by the Rimac Nevera.
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2025 Mini Cooper 4 Door Brings More Style But Gains Space
Mini’s four-door Cooper model pitches Hardtop name, goes in a more stylish direction
Volvo Recalling All EX30 EVs to Repair Software Glitch
Volvo is recalling nearly 72,000 EX30 SUVs because of a software problem that can glitch the EV’s speedometer. It’s the second software problem that has plagued the new battery-electric vehicle. But motorists may not even know there’s a problem unless they read the mandatory recall notice sent under federal guidelines.
Your Smartphone May Be Snitching On You to Your Insurance Company
How you drive is something your insurance company would like to know about, and some motorists willing reveal that information hoping to get lower rates. But even without your consent your driving habits are being revealed – by your smartphone, according to a new report, and not always with your consent.
Jeep, Ford Top “Most Patriotic” List for 2024
Not counting the country’s armed forces, the most patriotic brands in the U.S. are Jeep and Ford, according to a new survey. It’s the second year in a row that Jeep finished at the top while Ford moved from No. 3 up to No. 2 this year. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Nissan Claims Next-Gen GT-R Won’t Be Half-Hearted Afterthought
Nissan claims that next generation GT-R will be poised for a comeback and not be a half-hearted project.
Kia Issues “Park Outside” Recall for 462,869 Telluride SUVs
Kia recalled more than 462,000 Telluride SUVs from the 2020-2024 model years. As part of the action, the South Korean automaker issued a “park outside” order due to the potential for fire. Get details at Headlight.News.
BMW Slashes XM Pricing to Try and Reinvigorate Sales According to Report
BMW reportedly forced to slash prices as slow-selling XM performance SUV remains glued to dealer lots
May Car Sales – Who Gets The Most Speeding Tickets – Ford’s Big News – Toyota Crown Signia Review – This Week in Automotive History Top This Week’s Headlight.News Podcast
Headlight News for the Week of 6-10-24 – May Auto Sales – Who Gets The Most Speeding Tickets – Ford’s Big News – Toyota Crown Signia Review – and This Week in Automotive History
Musk Faces Growing Opposition to $56B Pay Deal Ahead of 6/13 Vote
A growing number of investors have announced they will vote against the $56 billion pay package Tesla’s board of directors wants to give CEO Elon Musk – though the South African-born executive insists he has lined up enough support for the proposals approval during a shareholder’s meeting this week. What happens if the plan is rejected? Musk already has fired a warning shot.
Road Test Review – 2024 Range Rover Velar – SUV Has Style and Tech On Its Side
2024 Range Rover Velar pushes the design envelope for a Range Rover but without compromising its core values
Jeep Admits It Has Too Many Trim Levels, Confirms Future Models Will Have Less
Jeep prepares to clean house on its assortment of trim levels as the brand prepares to jump start its plans for electrification.