General Motors have inked a Memorandum of Understanding, a preliminary agreement that could lead to joint work on everything from hydrogen fuel-cells to the development and production of new gas and battery-powered vehicles. But the MoU raises questions about the future of GM’s current relationship with Japanese automaker Honda.
EVs and batteries
Jeep Promises Wagoneer S EV Will Have ‘Perfect Quality’
Jeep doubles down on quality as the brand promises that the all-new Wagoneer S EV will have 'Perfect Quality' with this push for perfection potentially delaying the launch of the model to customers. Jeep is leaving no stone unturned as the company prepares to launch...
Lucid Teases Tesla Model Y Fighter
After talking up its next vehicle in its lineup, Lucid Motors revealed a teaser of what will follow the Gravity. Officials say the new model, which will hit the streets in late 2026, aims to compete with the Tesla Model Y. Get details at Headlight.News.
Jaguar Says The Transition to EVs Has Been “Hugely Frustrating”
Jaguar admits that the transition to EVS has not been easy as it had hoped and says that it’s been hugely frustrating. Admission comes as the company prepares to reinvent itself with a new lineup of EV models that will begin arriving in dealer showrooms next year.
Honda Confirms Acura EV Will be Built at New EV Hub
Honda updates its progress on the establishment of its first EV Hub in Marysville, Ohio. The new hub will expand Honda’s EV production capability and will be spearheaded by a new Acura model which will debut late next year.
New EV Index Study Shows Increases in Chargers, Charging Time
A new study, the HERE-SBD EV Index, reveals that the electric vehicle “landscape” is improving, but there are certain states and regions are lagging due to infrastructure issues. Find out what state made the biggest improvements year-over-year, and which ones need to work at it at Headlight.News.
Disneyland’s Autopia Goes Electric
It’s been billed as “The Happiest Place on Earth,” and environmentally minded visitors to Disneyland’s Autopia now have a big reason to smile – the popular auto-themed ride replacing its old, smoke-belching cars with new, all-electric models. Contributor John Faulkner has been a long-time visitor to Disneyland and dropped by to check out the newly updated ride.
BMW Reportedly Launching Hydrogen Car In 2028
BMW confirms that it’s preparing to enter the hydrogen fuel cell wars with a fuel-cell entry of its own. The new model would benefit from the company’s existing partnership with Toyota and potentially enter the market in 2028.
Ford Enjoys Massive Sales Spike in August
Ford Motor Co. reported an impressive 13.4% jump in sales last month. Like many automakers, the company’s sales efforts this summer were throttled by the cyberattack on dealer management software and other factors. However, the company made up for lost time in August. Get details at Headlight.News.
Volkswagen’s Finance Chief Confirms Company Has ‘One, Maybe Two Years’ To Turn Things Around
Volkswagen’s ongoing challenges have apparently reached critical mass with the company confirming that the Volkswagen brand has only a few years remaining to turn things around before it reaches the point of no return. Stunning admission comes as the company continues to navigate its way through challenging times.
Think EVs Are Expensive? Check the Cost of the Average a Plug-In Hybrid
As the growth of EV sales has slowed in recent months, automakers have begun looking at electrified alternatives, many betting that plug-in hybrids will become a “bridge” technology for motorists not quite ready to commit to an EV. But if you think battery-electric vehicles are expensive you may be shocked by what the typical PHEV costs – an average of more than $60,000. Then again, there are a few surprisingly affordable one.
August Brought Unexpectedly Strong Auto Sales – Boosted by EVs
Solid sales gains in August point to a robust finish for the year as fear of a recessions in the auto business recede, interest rate cut looms on the horizon, and buyers take a closer look at hybrids and newer EVs. Sales of new cars and trucks continued to gain...