Auto sales tumbled sharply during the first quarter and could dip further, industry insiders warn. There is a big exception, however. After roughly doubling in 2025, sales of hybrid models rose another 57% through March. Headlight.News has more.
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Under Weight of War, Rising Economic Fears, U.S. Auto Sales Could Be Heading for a Crash
U.S. auto sales tumbled sharply in March reflecting growing consumer concerns about record vehicle prices, surging fuel costs and broader worries about the health of the economy. There was one unexpected positive note, however. Headlight.News explains.
Subaru Charges into Big Apple with New 2027 Getaway EV, Forester Wilderness Hybrid
Subaru’s 2027 product lineup is getting all charged up with the all-new Getaway EV and the new Forester Wilderness Hybrid, which debuted at the New York International Auto Show earlier today. Get the details at Headlight.News.
BMW iX3 Dominates World Car Awards
The BMW iX3 was the big winner at this year’s World Car Awards, taking both overall honors and a trophy in the best-EV category. Who else was honored this year? Headlight.News has more.
Kia Reveals “Affordable” EV3 at NY Auto Show
While many of its competitors are rolling back their battery-electric plans, Kia is moving ahead – and its betting an affordable offering could win over skeptical American consumers. Headlight.News was on hand for the debut of the new Kia EV3 at the New York International Auto Show.
Gas Prices Top $4 – And Motorists Aren’t the Only Ones Hurting
Gasoline prices topped $4 a gallon for the first time in nearly four years. As bad as that might seem for consumers, it could be even more trouble for an auto industry looking to the future with mounting trepidation. Headlight.News has more.
Here’s What’s Set to Debut at the 2026 NY Auto Show
Auto shows. Remember them? In the years leading up to the COVID pandemic they were big events for automakers and auto buyers alike, but they’ve seemed stuck in lockdown ever since. Until now, anyway. This year’s New York International Auto Show promises to be the most...
A Week With: 2026 Kia EV9 GT-Line AWD
Three years into its production run, the Kia EV9 remains a desirable choice in the midsize electric sport-utility segment. Headlight.News spent a week with the 2026 Kia EV9 GT-Line with all-wheel drive making certain the boxy EV is hitting all the marks. Check out our review.
Honda Fastport eQuad Shows it’s Not Completely Abandoning EVs
Honda may have scrapped three planned battery-electric vehicles this past month, as well as its joint venture with Sony, but its not giving up on EVs entirely. Its new Fastport eQuad is set to debut at this week’s New York Auto Show. What’s that? Headlight.News will fill you in.
GM Starts Testing “Hands-Free/Eyes-Off” Autonomous Driving Technology
Hundreds of General Motors vehicles have begun roaming roads in Michigan and California, gathering data and testing next-level autonomous driving software the automaker plans to put into production by 2028. Headlight.News has more.
Auto Sales Set to Tumble – and Downturn Could Accelerate as Iran War Reignites Inflation
New vehicle sales appear to have gone into decline during the first quarter, with industry insiders worrying the downturn could accelerate as the Iranian War triggers not only higher fuel prices but more general inflation. More from Headlight.News.
Corvette Grand Sport Returns – and Adds A 721-HP Hybrid Option
Corvette fans will have a new, high-performance option later this year with the return of the Grand Sport package featuring an all-new version of the small-block LS6 V-8. For those who want even more power, however, there’ll be a third Corvette hybrid option, the 721-hp Grand Sport X. More from Headlight.News.