Mini is maxxing out with new products, and the 2025 Mini Cooper S is the latest to arrive, the three-door making its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show. It has more room and more power – but it’s also more expensive.
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Genesis Goes to Extremes with New GV60 Magma Performance SUV and Neolun Flagship Concept
Genesis intends to put more emotion into its brand, as it set out to prove during a Monday evening news event ahead of the New York International Auto Show. The Korean luxury brand confirmed plans to launch an all-new line-up of performance models starting with the GV60 Magma, a version of its compact all-electric SUV. Separately, Genesis also unveiled the Neolun Concept, an all but ready-for-production SUV flagship.
A Week With: 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro S Plus
It’s been three years since Volkswagen introduced the ID.4, its first long-range all-electric model to reach U.S. showrooms. Since then, it has rolled out a number of variants, including the latest, the all-wheel-drive Pro S Plus. While not the fastest EV in its class, it is quicker than earlier ID.4 packages and has a number of other pluses that could broaden the EV’s appeal. Find out more in our review at Headlight.News.
First Look: 2025 Nissan Kicks – a Much-Needed Makeover
We’ve seen prices rise pretty much everywhere over the last few years, nowhere more than at automotive dealerships where average transaction prices have surged as high as $50,000. While many potential buyers have been priced out of the market, others have downsized their choices, settling for products that are cramped, underpowered and chintzy. With the 2025 Nissan Kicks, however, the automaker is determined to prove its subcompact crossover can be more than just a bargain-basement option for buyers on a budget. Get details at Headlight.News.
VW Bringing Electric Performance Cupra Brand to U.S.
It’s already announced plans to bring the long-dormant Scout brand back to life. Now, Volkswagen will introduce its European-based Cupra, to the U.S. market, the performance division’s CEO says. It will debut later this decade with two all-electric utility vehicles.
Harsh! Consumer Reports Trashes New Fisker Ocean as “Inexcusable”
“Incomplete” and “Inexcusable.” Things haven’t been going well for Fisker Inc., the EV start-up that has begun taking steps that could lead to a bankruptcy filing in the coming weeks. Fisker has also announced it is halting production for six weeks. It’s unclear if the company will use that pause to address some of the issues with its first product line, the Fisker Ocean. Based on a new review by Consumer Reports, the list is a long one.
Kia K4 Set to Debut at NY Auto Show as Forte Replacement
Kia has an all-new compact sedan coming and it will make it’s debut at the New York International Auto Show next week. There are some big changes coming – and they start with the badge, the Kia K4 replacing the old Forte nameplate.
All-New BMW Vision Neue Klasse X Reveals the Future of BMW’s SAV Line-Up
There are some big changes in the works at BMW and the Bavarian automaker has is offering a clear sign of what’s coming in the form of the all-electric BMW Vision Neue Klasse X. It marks the first time we’re seeing what future versions of the company’s Sport Activity Vehicle line-up will look like.
Mercedes-Benz Expands Plug-in Hybrid Line-up with 2025 GLC 350e 4Matic
With millions of American motorists still skeptical about going all-electric, many industry planners are betting plug-in hybrids can serve as a “bridge” technology for those worried about range and a lack of a widespread public charging network. Mercedes-Benz is expanding its own line-up of PHEVs with the addition of the new GLC 350e 4Matic based on its compact crossover line.
Hyundai Debuting 2025 Tucson and Santa Cruz at NY Auto Show
Who says auto shows are dead? Not Hyundai. The Korean carmaker plans to make some big news at the New York International Auto Show next week, unveiling not just one new model but two: the 2025 versions of the compact Tucson SUV and compact car-cum-pickup, the Santa Cruz.
Shell Shutting 1,000 Gas Stations in Shift to EV Charging
The Dutch-based energy giant Shell plans to eliminate 1,000 gas stations by the end of 2025 as it begins to put more emphasis on its EV charging operations, the company said in a new report. It already operates 3,700 charging stations in the U.S. and will not only add more facilities but expand the size of existing ones.
Consumer Satisfaction with Dealer Service Departments Improve Despite Rising Wait Times
Automakers are making strides at improving the dealer service experience for customers, but a new report shows that wait times for appointments are still increasing. Get the full story at Headlight.News.