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Quid Pro Quo? Musk Money in Hand, Trump is Now an EV Fan

Quid Pro Quo? Musk Money in Hand, Trump is Now an EV Fan

Donald Trump has pulled a U-turn and now says he is now “totally” in favor of EVs. The Republican nominee for president said he had “no choice” but to rethink his position after previously bashing battery-electric vehicles now that Tesla CEO Elon Musk has become one of Trump’s biggest financial backers in an increasingly tough campaign.

Toyota Upgrades 2025 GR Corolla – and it’s Likely to Expand the Appeal of the Hot Hatch

Toyota Upgrades 2025 GR Corolla – and it’s Likely to Expand the Appeal of the Hot Hatch

When Toyota rolled out the GR Corolla two years ago it did a lot to change the image of a compact model long known for its plain vanilla styling and lackluster styling. But for many potential buyers there was one big drawback: its lack of an automatic transmission. That’s the biggest issue Toyota is addressing with the 2025 GR Corolla update. Here’s more.

First Look: “Ultimate” Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

First Look: “Ultimate” Chevrolet Corvette ZR1

When the eighth-generation Corvette made its debut four years ago, some long-time fans questioned how much further Chevrolet could go after rolling out the first mid-engine version of what has come to be known as “America’s sports car.” They got their answer Thursday night when the bowtie brand rolled out what is likely to be the “ultimate” version of the ‘Vette – at least an all-gas model. What’s clear is that the 2025 ZR1 is the fastest, most powerful – and most intimidating model in Corvette history. Here’s a closer look.

Cadillac Continues Bespoke Car Crawl with Sollei Concept

Cadillac Continues Bespoke Car Crawl with Sollei Concept

Not long after it was founded, Cadillac adopted the slogan, “Standard of the World.” Many decades late, the luxury marque appears to be looking to be that once again. The brand’s latest effort, the Sollei Concept, reflects the company’s commitment to being the best of the best. Get the full story at Headlight.News.

Toyota Reportedly Ready for Return to F1 in Partnership with Haas

Toyota Reportedly Ready for Return to F1 in Partnership with Haas

Will it or won’t it? That’s the big question in the racing world this week as Toyota reportedly prepares to announce plans to reenter Formula 1 racing. It would mark a return after a failed effort ended 15 years ago. But Toyota is said to be partnering up this time, likely with the American F1 Haas team.

Former Ferrari Racing Chief Helps UN Launch Global Road Safety Campaign

Former Ferrari Racing Chief Helps UN Launch Global Road Safety Campaign

He spent years as a major force behind one of the world’s most dangerous sports – auto racing. Now, Jean Todt has taken a lead role in a new United Nations effort to address the “pandemic” of highway deaths. Its new, ad campaign hopes to halve the number of road fatalities – over 1 million annually – by 2030.

Paraplegic IndyCar Driver Finds Electric Racing Car Uniquely Adaptable

Paraplegic IndyCar Driver Finds Electric Racing Car Uniquely Adaptable

Left a paraplegic following a crash six years ago, promising IndyCar driver Robert Wickens is back on track as part of the Formula E racing series thanks to an ell-electric race car specifically modified by manufacturing partner SPARK he can drive via hand controls. The third-generation Formula E car is the world’s fastest, lightest and most sustainable electric race car.