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Lyft to Become the Next Player in Robotaxi Market

Lyft to Become the Next Player in Robotaxi Market

With Tesla following Waymo and Uber set to get its own robotaxis into operation soon, the other ride-sharing giant, Lyft, is determined not to be left behind. The San Francisco-based ride-sharing service is partnering up with Holon and Bentler to start rolling out a fleet of autonomous shuttles next year. Headlight.News has more.

EU Trade Deal Will Cost American Car Buyers, European Automakers Billions

EU Trade Deal Will Cost American Car Buyers, European Automakers Billions

U.S. and European trade negotiators reached the framework agreement on a new trade deal that will result in new, 15% tariffs on most European goods shopped to the States, including automobiles. That’s a sixfold increases from before and for buyers of products from brands like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Fiat and Maserati, that could mean substantially higher prices. It could also hammer profits for those manufacturers – though U.S. negotiators hope the deal will see more production moved to the United States. More from Headlight.News.

UAW Says it Was Burned by Trump on Tariffs

UAW Says it Was Burned by Trump on Tariffs

After throwing its support behind Pres. Donald Trump’s 25% tariffs on imported autos and auto parts, the United Auto Workers admits is coming up empty handed in the administration’s new deal with Japan, which offers nothing for workers and could lead to lower wages. Headlight.News has more.

A Week With: 2025 Lincoln Aviator Black Label

A Week With: 2025 Lincoln Aviator Black Label

Many people forget it was Lincoln that kicked off the full-size luxury SUV phenomenon two decades ago. The luxury SUV segment’s only continued to expand since then with brand’s filling their portfolios with posh off-roaders that rarely see anything more challenging than a two-track. Lincoln led the charge and looks to remain a top player, and the 2025 Lincoln Aviator certainly helps the cause. Check out our review at Headlight.News.

The Volkswagen ID.Buzz is Fizzling Out

The Volkswagen ID.Buzz is Fizzling Out

There was plenty of, well, “buzz” when Volkswagen officially launched sales of the ID.Buzz battery-electric van last year, bringing out a modern incarnation of its legendary microbus. But that hasn’t translated into robust demand, VW selling barely 400 Buzz models a month so far this year. A temporary stop-sale didn’t help, but there are other problems that may be short-circuiting demand for the EV. Headlight.News has more.

Tesla Earnings Plunge while Musk Warns of “a Few Rough Quarters”

Tesla Earnings Plunge while Musk Warns of “a Few Rough Quarters”

Tesla reported a 16% plunge in second-quarter net income as its worldwide sales continue to decline. CEO Elon Musk warned that there could yet be “a few rough quarters” ahead before the automaker gets its long-promised “affordable” EV into production. More from Headlight.News.

Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 7-21-25

Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 7-21-25

Headlight News for the Week of 7-21-25 includes Ford setting a recall record, President Trump’s next move could cripple Tesla, plus Subaru makes moves in Uncharted territory. Plus we review the 2026 Genesis GV70 and we travel through this week in automotive history.

Plunging $2.7 Billion into the Red, Stellantis Expects Even Bigger Hit from Trump Tariffs Later This Year

Plunging $2.7 Billion into the Red, Stellantis Expects Even Bigger Hit from Trump Tariffs Later This Year

Stellantis reported a preliminary loss of $2.7 billion for the first half of 2025 – and the second half is looking to be even worse, the automaker warned Monday, putting much of the blame on Pres. Donald Trump’s automotive tariffs. Add program cuts and other issues and it creates some big challenges for new CEO Antonio Filosa. More from Headlight.News.