Ram confirms it’s delayed the Ram 1500 REV and Procharger models as Stellantis grapples with a growing list of other delays for its first wave of EV models.
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Job Cuts Growing as Automakers Fret About the Future
Automakers in the U.S., Europe and Japan have announced thousands of job cuts over the past month and there’s growing concern the pace could increase as the industry moves into an uncertain new year, with a new presidential administration in Washington threatening to upend automotive rules and regulations — and possibly the economy, as well. Check out the story at Headlight.News.
Trump Election Crimps UAW Political Influence
The 2024 election cost organized labor — especially the UAW — influence in Washington, D.C. It also handed an old foe, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, more sway over industry and labor in the new administration. Get the story at Headlight.News.
These Are the Fastest-Charging EVs – and the Slowest
There’s no question EVs offer a number of advantages, including low energy costs and the ability to plug in at home. But what about when you need to charge up on the road? The good news is that there are more public chargers being added every day. The downside: you might be in for a long wait when you plug in, depending on what EV you’re driving. Automakers are upgrading their battery vehicles to improve charging speeds and here’s a look at the models that will add miles the fastest – as well as the slowest.
Stellantis Announces Further Layoffs – as Job Cuts Sweep Across the Industry
Stellantis is cutting another 1,100 jobs, the latest furloughs impacting workers at the Toledo, Ohio plant producing Jeep products such as the Wrangler and Gladiator. The news comes at a time when other manufacturers, including Nissan and Audi, are paring back at a time of weakening sales.
Jeep Slashes Prices on Wagoneer, Grand Wagoneer to Counter Weak Demand
Been eyeing one of the Jeep Wagoneer or Grand Wagoneer models but turned off by the high price tag? Then you’ll likely appreciate the automaker’s decision to slash prices by as much as $7,000 on new 2025 models – though you also can expect retailers to start offering good deals on leftover 2025 SUVs.
Headlight.News For The Week of 11-4-2024 – Car Sales Surge – Losses for Ford and Stellantis – Hyundai Drops Clues About Ioniq 9 and More
In this week's episode of the podcast we talk about the surge in car sales, Hyundai dropping hints about the Ioniq 9, and big losses for Ford and Stellantis. We also go for a spin in the Nissan Kicks and take a look at this week in Automotive history Click Here to...
Stellantis Reports 27% Decline in Q3 Revenue, Confirms Full-Year Guidance
Stellantis reported its net revenue dropped 27% compared to third-quarter results from a year ago. The company pointed to lower sales and an “unfavorable mix” and the primary reasons for the decline. Get details at Headlight.News.
Stellantis Brings Trio of Performance Customs To SEMA
Stellantis proves that it’s still serious about performance and custom thrills with trio of debuts at SEMA
Dodge Confirms Charger EV Will Test Solid State Batteries
Dodge confirms that it will put solid-state battery packs into Charger EV models as the company prepares to embrace a technology that could play a role in greatly expanding EV range and performance.
Stellantis Lays Off 1,100 at Truck Plant, Closing Arizona Proving Grounds
In August, Stellantis warned it would lay off as many as 2,450 hourly workers. The first batch got their walking papers as 1,100 employees at its Warren Truck Plant, just north of Detroit. However, the cost cutting doesn’t stop there as the company revealed plans to shut down its Arizona Proving Grounds as well. Headlight.News has details.
Chinese Automakers Planning to Add Overseas Production to Sidestep Tariffs, Trade Barriers
Chinese automakers are rapidly expanding exports to key regions like Europe and Latin America after long focusing on their home market. But that’s created problems as target markets fight back with new tariffs and other trade restrictions. As a result, some Chinese manufacturers are looking to shift production abroad – and that could include factories in the U.S.