Mazda confirms that hot-selling CX-5 model will get hybrid engine to help it fall in line with company’s electrification plans
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Subaru Plans 8 EVs by 2028 – 4 From Partnership with Toyota
Subaru’s only EV, the Solterra, is a product of a joint venture with Toyota – and the Japanese automaker plans to take the same approach with its next three battery-electric vehicles, all due out by 2026. Then it plans to bring out four more, developed in-house, by 2028, its CEO said Monday.
Porsche’s Newest 911 is Faster, More Powerful and Gets Hybrid Variant
After millions of miles of development and testing, Porsche’s planning to show off the newest generation of the iconic 911 to the world. The new version is faster, more powerful and, for the first time, can be had as a hybrid. Get details at Headlight.News.
The Past Lane: The Company That Changed Automotive Advertising
Using sex to sell cars is nothing new. But it started in 1919 with a car company you might not have heard of.
The 2024 XT4: A Small Cadillac SUV That’s No Baby Escalade
2024 Cadillac XT4 is a competent luxury SUV but falls short of being a great Cadillac in crowded luxury CUV segment It’s no mystery as to why the Cadillac Escalade was the brand’s most popular vehicle in 2023. It’s bold, brash, powerful, sizeable and makes an...
Kia, Hyundai Surge to Top Spots on Most Stolen List
The impact of the Kia Boyz can be measured in many ways, but the latest method to determine their impact is the simplest: Kia and Hyundai vehicles were the most stolen cars in the U.S. in 2023. They supplanted full-size pickups as the leaders. Check out the story at Headlight.News.
Alpine Alpenglow Hy4: From Concept to Rolling Hydrogen-Powered Testbed
Originally introduced in pure concept form at the 2022 Paris Motor Show, French automaker Alpine apparently has some serious plans for the Alpenglow hypercar. A running version, dubbed the Alpine Alpenglow Hy4 is set to take to the track for the 6-hour Spa-Francochamps endurance race this weekend. What stands out is not just the exotic design and impressive performance but the fact that the Hy4 uses a hydrogen-powered internal combustion engine.
Nissan Tells Dealers to Fire Sale Certain 2024 Vehicles
Nissan pushes its dealer network to sell certain 2024 models at a loss as the Japanese car giant scrambles to eliminate massive pool of inventory to make room for key 2025 models.
Feds Raise “Significant Safety Concerns” Over Ford Fuel Leak Recall
A recall ordered by Ford to address gasoline leaks involving 43,000 Ford Bronco Sport And Escape SUVs has come under scrutiny. Federal regulators say they have “significant safety concerns” about whether the repairs will fix the problem and prevent possible vehicle fires.
Tesla Caps Off Rough Week With Hiring Freeze, Move Follows Massive Layoffs
Tesla embarks on company wide hiring freeze as the EV maker struggles with mounting investigations, slumping demand, and a decrease in profits.
Trump Vows to Reverse Biden EV, Auto Emissions Rules – for $1 Billion
President Donald Trump outlined a series of changes he’ll make to the Biden administration’s policies on EVs and other environmental rules if he wins reelection next November. But the changes he promised during a meeting with oil industry CEOs carries a $1 billion quid pro quo in campaign funds.
GM Wrapping Production of Malibu to Shift to Bolt EV
Although General Motors is slowing the cadence of its electric vehicle production, it’s not halting it altogether. That’s evidenced by the move to end production of the Chevy Malibu at its plant in Kansas to transition over to the next generation Bolt EV. Find out more at Headlight.News.