The new Genesis high-performance lineup will make its official debut in the U.S. this coming summer with the launch of the 641-hp GV60 Magma battery-electric vehicle. Headlight.News has more.
EVs and batteries
Hyundai, Kia Putting Brakes on 2026 EV Models
Sell or be killed. When talking about electric vehicles, that’s likely going to be the criteria for survival for the near future. Hyundai is doing just that, confirming the demise of an EV in its portfolio. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Dealers Sue to Prevent Scout Brand from Selling Direct to Consumers
Scout Motors, the electrified vehicle brand the Volkswagen Group is set to bring back to life, faces an assortment of lawsuits aimed at preventing it from selling direct to consumers, the approach embraced by rival start-ups Tesla, Rivian and Lucid. Headlight.News looks at who’s suing Scout and why.
February Sales Remain Steady Despite Storms; Future Sales Look Uncertain
New vehicle sales remained stable during February, but fallout from turmoil over Iran and around hangs over the economy. However, with the threat of a protracted conflict in the Middle East hanging over the industry, the numbers look more impressive. Get details at Headlight.News.
California’s Kindred Motorworks Resurrects Best of Automotive’s Past
The old car hobby is full of joys — yet rife with struggle. While a lot of vintage car aficionados revel in the joys of the fight to keep the cars alive, there exists another group who want the joy without the pain. These are the people for whom Kindred Motorworks was founded. Check out the company’s magic at Headlight.News.
Honda Tops Government’s Most Efficient List — For Gas-Powered Cars
Consumers consider a number of factors when buying a new vehicle. Price, color, body style, and powertrain are just some of the considerations. However, if fuel economy is at the top of your list and you don’t want an EV, start with a Honda. Find out why at Headlight.News.
Stellantis Workers Left Out in the Cold; No Profit-Sharing as Automaker Posts $26B Loss
Workers are sharing the pain with struggling Stellantis this year. With the automaker posting a $26.4 billion deficit for 2025 the automaker announced its nearly 39,000 U.S. union employees won’t be getting profit checks. More from Headlight.News.
Kia Betting Big on Telluride Hybrid
Kia this week officially launched production of the first-ever Telluride Hybrid…and it sees the new package as the opportunity to give a big boost to what has already been one of its biggest hits. If the gas-electric model lives up to expectations it could meant the SUV will triple its original sales expectations. More from Headlight.News.
Desperate Tesla Slashes Cybertruck Prices Again
With more and more of its electric pickups sitting unsold in factory and dealer lots, Tesla is again cutting prices. But will that be enough to build demand for the much-maligned Cybertruck? More from Headlight.News.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 2-23-26
This week’s Headlight News podcast covers the latest on Trump and his tariffs, improved new car affordability, VW cutting costs and that EV owners are a loyal group while reviewing the 2026 Toyota C-HR and looking back at this week in automotive history.
Review: 2026 Jeep Cherokee Gets its Right
Abandoning the midsize SUV market three years ago was a mistake Jeep has been paying for ever since. Yet it also set the stage for what looks to be a triumphant return. The all-new 2026 Jeep Cherokee does more than just fill a yawning gap. With its first-ever hybrid drivetrain, the sixth-generation SUV is precisely the sort of ground-up entry the Stellantis off-road brand needs. Headlight.News has this first review.
Own an EV? Study Finds You’ve Got a 96% Chance of Trading in On Another
EV owners are becoming increasingly satisfied with their vehicles and, as a result, their likelihood of trading in for another all-electric model is nearly 100%, according to a new study by J.D. Power.