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Trump Moves to Halt Public EV Charger Rollout – But Tesla Could Be Among Those Impacted

Trump Moves to Halt Public EV Charger Rollout – But Tesla Could Be Among Those Impacted

Pres. Donald Trump’s administration ordered a halt to a Biden-era program meant to provide $5 billion in funding for a nationwide network of EV charging stations. It’s the latest step by the White House to curtail EV adoption. But this program could hurt one of the most powerful men in Trump’s inner circle, Tesla CEO Elon Musk, who also runs the new Department of Government Efficiency.

Trump Tariffs Threaten Auto Industry’s Vast Manufacturing System and Could Mean a Big Hit for Buyers

Trump Tariffs Threaten Auto Industry’s Vast Manufacturing System and Could Mean a Big Hit for Buyers

Pres. Donald Trump has warned he may announce tariffs of up to 25% against two major trade partners, Canada and Mexico, as early as Saturday, February 1. Additional tariffs targeting China may also be announced. The potential impact could be felt far and wide — especially in the auto industry, with manufacturers facing a threat to profits and consumers facing the risk of higher prices. Some familiar vehicles could also disappear from the market, especially entry-level models.

Toyota Again Tops Global Sales Charts

Toyota Again Tops Global Sales Charts

Toyota Motor Corp. remains the world’s best-selling automaker, having edged out competitors including Volkswagen, Hyundai Motor Group and the Renault-Nissan-Mitsubishi Alliance. But the Japanese giant still recorded a 3.7% decline in sales during 2024. How did other competitors do? More from Headlight.News.

VW Pulls the Plug on U.S. Version of the ID.7 EV

VW Pulls the Plug on U.S. Version of the ID.7 EV

Volkswagen is the latest automaker to back off on its EV roll-out. The automaker told Headlight.News that “due to the ongoing challenging EV market” it has scrapped plans to introduce the ID.7 sedan to the U.S. market – though it will continue to be offered in Europe, China and a number of other markets.

Jeep Boss Intends to “Grow the Brand Back”

Jeep Boss Intends to “Grow the Brand Back”

Jeep is making one of the riskiest moves in its storied history, rolling out its first global EV, the Wagoneer S. It will be followed by a flood of new models this coming year, part of a push by the off-road marque to “grow the brand back” after several unexpectedly disappointing years. Headlight.News looks at what Jeep has coming and how it will face its ongoing challenges.

Zeekr Shows Why Foreign Brands Fear Emerging Chinese Automakers

Zeekr Shows Why Foreign Brands Fear Emerging Chinese Automakers

Chinese automotive exports hit an all-time record last year – even while being effectively locked out of the U.S. market. But despite incoming Pres. Donald Trump’s threat to put still more tariffs on Chinese-made vehicles, the doors may not be locked forever. And anyone who checked out the new Zeekr brand’s news conference and display at the Consumer Electronics Show is likely to understand why that worries other manufacturers.

Electrified Vehicles Drive China Auto Sales to Record 31.4 Million, Twice U.S. Volume

Electrified Vehicles Drive China Auto Sales to Record 31.4 Million, Twice U.S. Volume

After several weak years triggered by the COVID pandemic, Chinese auto sales surged to a new record nearly twice that of the U.S. market. And strong demand for EVs and hybrids played a critical role, according to industry data. Meanwhile, Chinese auto exports also surged to record levels. More from Headlight.News.

Back to Basics at a Very Downsized Detroit Auto Show

Back to Basics at a Very Downsized Detroit Auto Show

Once one of the most important auto shows in North America, if not the world, the annual Motor City event returned to its original January schedule after a brief summer run. But what has been renamed the Detroit Auto Show is a mere fraction of the size of what it was during its glory days. Headlight.News looks at what has happened — and why.

An Icon Returns as VW ID.Buzz Wins North American Utility Vehicle of the Year – Here Are the List of Winners

An Icon Returns as VW ID.Buzz Wins North American Utility Vehicle of the Year – Here Are the List of Winners

The Volkswagen ID. Buzz took top honors as the North American Utility Vehicle of the Year on Friday morning during a ceremony marking the start of the annual Detroit Auto Show. As for the other winners? Headlight.News has the full story.