Alfa Romeo listens to consumer demand and brings the non-hybrid version of the Tonale to the U.S. while also giving the model a $10,000 discount.
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Santa Brings Motorists an Early Gift – But the Grinch Could Take it Away
Nearly 120 million Americans are expected to travel at least 50 miles over the long Christmas/New Year holiday. If you’ve been planning your own trip you might have noticed fuel prices have come tumbling down across the U.S. in recent weeks. But the Grinch might be ready to steal that early holiday present, experts noting fuel prices are starting to climb back up in many parts of the country.
Honda Teases New EV SUV, Will Enter Production In 2026
Honda teases EV SUV and confirms that it will be produced in 2026 alongside a wedge-shaped EV sedan.
GM Teams With ChargePoint to Install 500 New Ultra-Fast EV Charging Ports
General Motors announced plans to partner with ChargePoint to install 500 new ultra-fast charging points. The new ports will be set up at various locations across the U.S. by the end of next year. Get details at Headlight.News.
Ford Looks to Address Quality Issues with New Leader
Ford Motor Co.’s been fighting what appears to be a losing battle with quality issues — and the massive costs that come with them — for the past several years. CEO Jim Farley’s acknowledged the problem and is now making moves to improve it. He’s moving the current quality chief to a new role and hiring a new one.
Ram To Launch Ram 1500 Ramcharger First, REV Pushed Back To 2026
Ram and Stellantis confirm the Ram 1500 Ramcharger will launch first as slowing EV truck demand pushes the REV 1500 into 2026.
Honda-Nissan Talks Reportedly Move Forward; Is a Merger in the Works?
Honda and Nissan are moving forward on talks that could move past simple collaboration. The two Japanese automotive giants may set up a joint holding company, according to a report, though they so far are denying that a merger is in the works. Here’s the latest.
Obituary: Writer, Editor, Skillful Raconteur and Legend Jean Jennings Passes Away at 70
Jean Jennings was a gifted storyteller who became one of the go-to authorities about the auto industry. Unfortunately, she was silenced by Alzheimer’s Disease, passing away this week at the age of 70. Headlight.News takes a look at her life.
Honda Announces The Return of the Prelude
Honda confirms the Prelude is coming back into production as the Japanese auto giant prepares to expand its presence in the hybrid market.
Ford CEO Wants to Match Price of Chinese EVs — and Plunging Battery Prices Will Help
While EV sales should end the year up about 10% from 2023, the growth rate has slowed sharply. Several factors contributed to the slowdown, starting with the price premium — averaging about $10,000 more than comparable gas models. But Ford CEO Jim Farley claims the company is working up new EVs that will deliver “game-changing” prices, in line with rock-bottom Chinese brands. And a new study shows that plunging battery costs will play a major role.
Toyota Cuts Price on Slow-Selling bZ4X by $6,000
Usually at the end of the year, there’s a push put on by a certain electric vehicle maker to sell as many of its EVs as possible. This generally includes price cuts to entice buyers. And while that EV maker might still do it, it’s another automaker looking to move some EVs: Toyota. The company cut prices on its bZ4X by as much as $6,000. Get details at Headlight.News.
Ford Gets Final Approval on $9.63B Loan for Tennessee, Kentucky Battery Plants
The U.S. Department of Energy finalized a $9.63 billion loan for Ford Motor Co. and South Korea’s SK On to help finance the construction of three new EV battery plants in Tennessee and Kentucky. Get the final details at Headlight.News.