It’s been nine years since Tesla first announced plans for its next-generation Roadster. It finally plans to debut the supercar in a Thursday livestream. But will anyone actually care at this point? More from Headlight.News.
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Acura Adding Two New Crossovers and an “Adventure-Ready” SUV
Acura Is getting serious about filling the gaps in its line-up. It confirmed plans for two new crossovers, as well as an “adventure-ready” SUV. The trio will also bring the debut of a new two-motor hybrid system.
End of the Road: These Models Are Going Away in 2027
You may find a number of once popular products absent from showrooms as we enter the 2027 model year. Here’s a list of 29 separate nameplates that won’t be around, victims of tariffs, production problems and shifting market demand.
What’s Next for Jaguar?
It took six years for Jaguar to bring the new Type 01 to market. But what’s to follow? Will it remain on a path to an all-electric future? The Car Collective spoke to Jaguar Managing Director Rawdon Glover and has this exclusive report.
All-Electric Jaguar Type 01 Debuts in NY
It may be the most controversial new product in recent automotive history and the success or failure of the all-electric Type 01 could determine the success – or failure – of the Jaguar brand. Headlight.News was on hand Tuesday night for the sports sedan’s New York debut.
September, Q3 Auto Sales Defy Expectations – But Automakers Still Fear the Worst
Despite oil prices running at near record highs and consumers more worried about the economy than at any time since the depths of the COVID pandemic, U.S. auto sales grew by an unexpected 4.4% in September. That defied industry expectations, in part driven by rising demand for electrified vehicles. But experts fear the bottom could yet drop out.
A Week With: 2026 Cadillac Optiq-V
Cadillac is leading the charge or change, if you will, in GM’s electric vehicle planning. The Optiq-V as the entry-level model is going to be the gateway vehicle for the luxury brand’s conversion to an EV-centric lineup. And after a week in it, it’s clear the brand’s on the right track. Check out our review at Headlight.News.
As Gas Prices Approach All-Time High, Trump Administration Slashes Federal Mileage Standard
The Trump administration has slashed federal fuel economy targets for 2031 by more than 30%. The White House says the move could save over $60 billion. But the move comes at a time when fuel prices are approaching all-time highs and are already threatening to boost the average motorist’s fuel bills by $1,000 or so annually. More from Headlight.News.
Tesla’s New Semi Has Plenty of Range – But Almost No Place to Plug in
After a long delay, Tesla is finally rolling out its all-electric Semi and you can order versions offering as much as 500 miles range per charge. But that’s the problem. There’s only a handful of places in the entire country currently equipped to charge up the truck’s massive battery pack. More from Headlight.News.
5-Minute EV Charging is Here – Well, in China, Anyway
Imagine plugging in an EV with a nearly drained battery and having it ready to go again in less time than it takes to get in and out of your favorite coffee shop. That’s a reality, at least in China, where Geely this week revealed its latest high-speed charging system.
Need a Crazy Good Deal on a New Car? Get an Electric Vehicle
Experts have been positing on why electric vehicles aren’t more popular since they lost the first time — the early part of the 20th Century. But it’s no secret why car, trucks and crossovers powered by internal combustion are going to remain on top for a lot longer: price and convenience. Now you can get as much as $10K off. Get the story at Headlight.News.
Screwed: The Fed Rate Hike Adds to the Mounting Misery of Automakers and Auto Buyers Alike
Screwed: The Fed Rate Hike Adds to the Mounting Misery of Automakers and Auto Buyers Alike