This week’s podcast includes: the return of the Jeep Cherokee and Nissan Xterra, Ford CEO Jim Farley and the 1,000-hp SUV, a review of the Kia Sportage Hybrid and more. Check it out at Headlight.News.
Car Culture
A Week With: 2025 Hyundai Sonata Limited
The shrinking number of sedans for sale only serves to call attention to the really good examples that remain, in particular, the 2025 Hyundai Sonata Limited Hybrid. With impressive exterior styling and a near-luxury cabin, the other-worldly fuel economy puts it at the top of must-drive vehicles if you’re in the market for a midsize sedan. Check out our review at Headlight.News.
Chrysler Pacifica Grizzly Peak Concept Could be the “Ultimate Adventure Minivan”
Who says you have to be a soccer mom to drive a minivan – and only then on well-paved roads? The new Chrysler Pacifica Grizzly Peak Concept is designed to demonstrate how a “people-mover” can be part of a much more adventurous lifestyle once you get past where the pavement ends. Headlight.News checks it out.
Here’s How to Watch Tonight’s Debut of the All-New 2026 Jeep Cherokee
Like so many folks, you might have been wondering whether Jeep would ever bring back the iconic Cherokee line. The good news is that the midsize SUV will make its formal debut during a New York City event on Thursday 8/21/25 at 7:30 PM. And Headlight.News will help you watch that rollout live. Here’s how.
Ford May Build 1,000-hp Off-Road Supercar
With its new Mustang GTD getting now inproduction, Ford Motor Co. may add another supercar to its line-up – this time a 1,000-hp off-roader that could handle desert road races like the Dakar Rally, said CEO Jim Farley. Headlight.News has more.
A Week With: 2025 Genesis G80 3.5T Sport Prestige
The big names in the midsize luxury car segment, Mercedes-Benz and BMW, as well as Lexus, often crowd out the others that wrestle for the scraps left over — no matter how good they may be. If you’re looking at a Mercedes E-Class or BMW 5 Series, make sure you add the highly underrated 2025 Genesis G80 3.5T Sport Prestige to your “must drive” list. Check out our review to find out why.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 8-18-25
The Headlight News podcast discusses EV sales and charger expansion, Ford’s new cheap EV plan, and reviews the 2025 Genesis G80 and more. Check it out at Headlight.News.
One-Off Ford Bronco Roadster Concept Celebrates 60-year History
Ford marked the 60th anniversary of the iconic Bronco off-roader by rolling out a series of special editions during Monterey Car Week. But it saved what was arguably the best for a surprise debut at the annual Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance. The question is whether the Blue Oval brand might actually decide to put the Bronco Roadster Concept into production, even though it’s describing the show car as a “one-off.” More from Headlight.News.
Lexus Sport Concept Could Return as New LFA or LC Supercar
This year’s Monterey Car Week is an unexpected bonanza for those looking to see what new luxury, sports and supercars could be heading to showrooms in the near future. One of the concepts and productions models generating the loudest buzz is the Lexus Sport Concept unleashed on Friday at The Quail, a Motorsports Gathering. Headlight.News has more.
Global EV Sales Growth Rising Despite Sluggish Q2 Numbers
New data from research firm Rho Motion reveals that EV sales globally slowed in the second quarter of the year, with. automakers selling 1.6 million EVs in July, which is a 9% decline from May. However, overall numbers are up 27% for 2025. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Infiniti Unveiling Trio of Vehicles During Monterey Car Week
Infiniti is using Monterey Car Week to show off what’s coming to its 2026 product lineup and what could be with a little bit of imagination. The three SUVs will be on display at The Quail for public viewing. Get details at Headlight.News.
Chevrolet Camaro May Be Back for 2027 – But Not as You Remember It
It’s been nearly two years since General Motors pulled the Chevrolet Camaro off life-support, the once formidable muscle car barely making a dent in the market by then. But fans have nonetheless pleaded with GM ever since to bring it back. Now, fueled by insider reports and comments from the automaker’s Pres. Mark Reuss, new reports suggest Camaro really is coming back – just not as you might expect it.