Mercedes-Benz details its new strategy as the company prepares for the launch of several new products while also making the cuts necessary to help it stay flexible in a changing market environment.
EVs and batteries
Here’s More on the VW Concept Hinting at a New, “Affordable” EV
Volkswagen released a pair of sketches showing off a new concept dubbed the ID.EVERY.1. They reveal the direction the German automaker plans to take when it launches a new, entry-level battery-electric vehicle in 2027. But what else have we learned about the show car and ID.1 production model to follow? Headlight.News has more.
Kia Brings Competition to VW ID.Buzz With New PV5 Van
ia throws its hat into the EV wars with the all-new PV5 as it brings the fight to the Volkswagen ID.Buzz in the EV van wars.
EV and Hydrogen Truckmaker Nikola Files Chapter 11; Will Try to Sell Assets
Phoenix-based Nikola Motors has filed for Chapter 11, becoming the latest start-up to go bust while targeting the EV and hydrogen fuel-cell markets. Nikola officials said the company now plans to sell off its assets, though it isn’t clear a buyer has yet emerged.
Alef Takes Next Step — or Flight — in Development of Flying Car
Alef Aeronautics pushed ahead in the development of its flying car with a short test flight on a city street. The company’s prototype flew over another vehicle, simulating how a future driver might deal with blocked traffic. Find out more at Headlight.News.
First Drive: 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Gets Longer-Range Battery, XRT Off-Road Package
Hyundai makes some welcome upgrades to the ioniq 5 for 2025, among other things introducing new, longer-range batteries and a charger port that can directly connect to the Tesla Supercharger network. There’s also the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 XRT package for those who want light to moderate off-road capabilities. Here’s our review.
Nissan Teases Six Models As it Struggles to Reverse Sales, Earnings Slide
With its planned merger with Honda now likely dead, Nissan desperately needs to come up with the products that can help it head off a further decline in sales and earnings. It’s dropped a teaser showing some of what it now has in the pipeline ready to debut over the next two years – and the emphasis is on electrified drivetrain technology, with a Rogue PHEV, e-Power models and even a new Nissan Leaf in the works.
Kia Officially Unveils Production Version of EV4
Kia shows off the production version of the EV4 as the company prepares to bring its EV technology to mainstream buyers in an attempt to expand demand of their growing lineup of vehicles.
BMW’s New 3-Series EV Gets a “Heart of Joy”
BMW has an all-electric version of the venerable 3-Series in the works and, as with much of its upcoming line-up, the changes will be significant. And that doesn’t end with the switch to battery power. To make sure the 3-Series EV lives up to expectations, BMW has developed a “superbrain,” dubbed the “Heart of Joy,” that will help deliver the brand’s familiar driving experience. It’s offering some insight into what’s coming with the new BMW Vision Driving Experience concept vehicle. Here’s more.
Audi Confirms Its Moving Upmarket With Pricier Vehicle Offerings
Audi becomes the latest car brand to confirm it’s moving upmarket with its models as the brand attempts to add a jolt to slumping sales.
Report: Post-Pandemic Vehicle Dependability is a Real Problem
Millions of people appear to be suffering from problems dubbed “Long COVID.” Now, it seems, the vehicle you bought during the pandemic may have similar problems, according to J.D. Power’s 2025 U.S. Vehicle Dependability Study. Reliability issues have grown worse for vehicles produced during the worst of the COVID crisis.
Volkswagen Releases New Sketches Of ID.1 Concept, Will Be Entry Level ID Model
New sketches suggest Volkswagen is preparing smaller EVs to win over budget minded buyers.