Headlight News for the Week of 11-6-23 offers insights about the UAW’s tentative agreement with GM; Toyota invests $8 billion at NC battery site, and Neiman Marcus is offering a $975K Cadillac Celestiq. We offer a Nissan Nismo Z Car review and more.
Automakers
Ford, Stellantis Workers Begin Voting on New UAW Deal
Union workers at Ford began voting on the tentative deal reached with the automaker, while Stellantis hourly employees begin voting soon. If the first round of votes is any indication, the membership is pleased with the deal. Find out more at Headlight.News.
A Dodge of a Different Stripe: 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus
It looks a bit like a Dodge, but there’s something more … something European. The 2024 Dodge Hornet R/T Plus doesn’t burn rubber like so many of its siblings, but it’s certainly what fans of the brand can expect for future. Check out the review at Headlight.News.
Automakers See Models Sales Gains in October
Months of high interest rates and higher payments slowed consumer enthusiasm for new vehicles in October, but remained strong enough for automakers to post gains. Check out what companies enjoyed the month the most at Headlight.News.
UAW Chief Fain’s Record Contracts Impacting Entire Industry
When UAW President Shawn Fain said the union was looking not only to win back what the union lost nearly two decades ago and to get more, but also to revive the labor movement in the country, he didn’t know how quickly that would come to his own industry, reports Headlight.News.
2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is Fast and Surprisingly Easy to Live With
Chevy shocked the world when, after years of speculation it delivered the first-ever midengine version of the Corvette. Now, it’s taking things a step further with the first “electrified” version of America’s sports car. And in the process, it means that the 2024 Chevrolet Corvette E-Ray is not only the fastest ‘Vette ever, but the first to get all-wheel drive. Dare we say it, after spending a little time behind the wheel, Headlight.News discovers it’s also the easiest Corvette to drive.
SEMA’s Greatest Hits for 2023
Headlight.News brings you the best automaker concepts and news from the 2023 Specialty Equipment Market Association show in Las Vegas.
Toyota Investing Additional $8B into North Carolina Battery Plant
While Ford, General Motors and other makers are scaling back on their EV and battery production plans, Toyota revealed Tuesday it’s doing just the opposite by investing an additional $8 billion into its Toyota Battery Manufacturing North Carolina facility. Get the details at Headlight.News.
Would You Pay $975,000 for a New Cadillac Celestiq? One “Lucky” Neiman-Marcus Customer Will
Cadillac is getting ready to roll out the most expensive vehicle in its history, the exotic Celestiq set to start at just over $300,000. But one customer will wind up paying more than three times that, at least if they opt for a one-off version included in this year’s annual Neiman Marcus Fantasy Gifts list. Checkout out at Headlight.News.
GM, UAW Reach Agreement on New Deal
And then there were none. Less than 24 hours after the UAW went on strike at General Motors plant in Spring Hill, Tennessee the two sides got a deal done. Details are sparse, but it’s safe to assume there’s a 25% raise in the deal. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Stellantis Confirms Plans for Midsize Ram Pickup as Part of UAW Settlement
When Stellantis reached a tentative settlement with the UAW on Saturday there was a surprise buried in the agreement. As part of the deal, the automaker will build a long-awaited midsize pickup at the Belvidere, Illinois assembly plant it recently closed. And the new truck is likely to get a hybrid, possibly even an all-electric powertrain.
Stellantis Reaches Tentative Agreement with UAW
The surprises keep coming in the ongoing labor talks — and strikes — between the Detroit Three automakers and the UAW. After securing a deal with Ford a few days ago, it was rumored General Motors would be next, but it turned out to be Stellantis. Find out more at Headlight.News.