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Tesla Strikes a Delicate Balance Between U.S., China – and Trump

Tesla Strikes a Delicate Balance Between U.S., China – and Trump

With its EV sales in Europe and the U.S. slowing, Tesla has become more dependent on sales in China. But the competition is fierce, and trade tensions could hamper Elon Musk’s ambitious future. Musk’s central role in the incoming Trump administration further complicates matters.

Rivian Secures $6.6B DOE Loan to Build Georgia EV Plant

Rivian Secures $6.6B DOE Loan to Build Georgia EV Plant

Georgia politicians can now breathe easier as Rivian’s plans to build an electric vehicle production plant about an hour north of Atlanta appear to be back on track. The California-based EV maker secured a $6.6 billion loan from the Department of Energy to build the plant, which was put on hold earlier this year. The loan comes in addition to $1.5 billion in state incentives already granted. Details at Headlight.News.

First Drive: 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE Plug-In Hybrid SUV

First Drive: 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE Plug-In Hybrid SUV

You might think that Toyota is the poster child for their fleet going hybrid. But check out Lamborghini. Gas-electric hybrids are flooding out of the automaker’s Sant’Agata factory. We spent a couple days in Italy checking out the latest entry, the 2025 Lamborghini Urus SE Plug-In Hybrid SUV.

Live From LA!

Live From LA!

The 2024 LA Auto Show is now being turned over to the public, but not before scores of new vehicles — ICE and electric — made their debut in the City of Angels. Headlight.News went to Los Angeles to ensure we had the latest news from this year’s event. Check out the stories.

Seven of Nine Finalists for North American Car, Truck and SUV of the Year are Electrified

Seven of Nine Finalists for North American Car, Truck and SUV of the Year are Electrified

Battery power appears to have electrified the jurors of the North American Car, Truck and SUV of the Year awards. Eight of the nine finalists are offered in all-electric or hybrid form. Here’s who’s on the list.

Honda Moves Closer to Solid-State Battery Breakthrough with New “Demo” Production Line

Honda Moves Closer to Solid-State Battery Breakthrough with New “Demo” Production Line

Even the most diehard EV fans wish for a next-generation battery-breakthrough, with most of the attention focused on solid-state batteries. Proponents claim they’ll deliver better range at lower costs, among other benefits. And now, Honda says, it’s bringing the technology closer to reality with the debut of a demonstration line meant to prove out the processes needed to launch mass production.

Hyundai Ioniq 9 is a Stylish, Long-Range EV for Families Needing 3 Rows

Hyundai Ioniq 9 is a Stylish, Long-Range EV for Families Needing 3 Rows

Looking for a stylish, well-equipped SUV with room for up to six, good performance and low energy costs? Hyundai is betting it has the right product for you. The Korean carmaker’s 2025 Ioniq 9, a spacious well-equipped 3-row EV, makes its debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show this week. And Headlight.News got a chance to check it out before the official unveiling at the LA Convention Center.