Stellantis fell short of analysts’ expectations, posting a 12% decline in first quarter revenue largely due to sluggish sales in Europe. However, the company expects a big rebound in the second half of the year. Find out more at Headlight.News.
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Tesla Gets Go From China to Launch Full Self-Driving Tech, Sending Stock Soaring
Tesla CEO Elon Musk scored a much-needed win during a surprise trip to China over the weekend, a top Chinese official giving the automaker approval to launch its Full Self-Driving technology in the country’s massive car market. The news sent Tesla stock soaring – but also drew concerns coming days after a damaging assessment of Tesla’s original Autopilot system by U.S. regulators.
The United Auto Workers Reaches Settlement With Daimler, Tenative Contract Would Bring Profit Sharing and Cost of Living Protections
The United Auto Workers reaches settlement on tentative contract with profit sharing and cost-of-living protection for hundreds of Daimler workers in the South as critical vote on UAW representation at a big Mercedes-Benz factory in Alabama approaches.
Toyota Highlander Set to Go All-Electric as Toyota Ramps Up EV Plans
Though it’s long emphasized hybrids, Toyota has plenty of battery-electric vehicles coming before the end of the decade and one of the most significant moves will see the automaker’s popular Highlander model go all-electric when the next-generation SUV comes out around 2027, Headlight.News reports.
NHTSA Opens Probe Into Ford’s BlueCruise Technology After Two Fatal Crashes
The National Highway Transportation Safety Agency announces new investigation into Ford’s BlueCruise technology after reports of collisions surface. Latest investigation follows ongoing probe into Tesla’s Autopilot technology
Road Test Review – 2024 Honda Accord Hybrid Touring – Efficency Mixes With Honda Value To Create Distinct Package
Honda is looking to build on its reputation for fuel efficiency and engineering with the 2024 Honda Accord Touring Hybrid. The Touring promises to bring a high amount of standard features and fuel economy to buyers as the Accord Hybrid faces a growing pool of hybrid-equipped sedan rivals
Tesla Autopilot Has Critcal Safety Gap, Federal Investigation Links Feature To Hundreds Of Crashes
NHTSA closes three year investigation into Tesla’s Autopilot feature after the company announced a recall in December. Agency states the system has critical safety gap that contributed to hundreds of incidents and a growing tally of fatalities.
Automakers Looking at Mixed April Sales Results
It appears there will not be showers of new vehicles buyers in April after seeing good numbers through the first three months of the year. However, analysts suggest the market is still healthy. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Land Rover Defender Octa Primed To Be New Flagship Model, Promises Enhanced Rarity and Performance
The 2025 Defender Octa will be the new flagship in the Defender lineup. A new suspension and twin-turbo V8 are out to assert the Defender’s place in the off-road vehicle segment while also giving buyers more capability and performance.
General Motors Posts Massive $100 Million Loss In Chinese Market, GM CEO Mary Barra Undeterred
General Motors faces big challenges in China, but Mary Barra says GM will stay the course despite the risks that the company faces due to the recent growth of Chinese automakers.
Looking to Buy a New EV for Cheap? Start with the Nissan Leaf
On average, the price of a new electric vehicle has dropped throughout the year. So if you’re looking for a good deal on a new EV, you’ll want to start with the Nissan Leaf. To see what else is affordable, or less expensive anyway, head over to Headlight.News.
Rhino Power: Ram 1500 RHO Takes on the Ford Raptor
The battle of the behemoths is heating up. Ram today pulled the wraps off its latest version of the 1500 pickup and while the new RHO model isn’t a replacement for the monstrous TRX, it’s got the power and features to tackle even the toughest off-road environments. Headlight.News takes a closer look at Ram’s new challenger to the familiar Ford F-150 Raptor.