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Ford Pushes Back Replacement for F-150 Lightning, E-Transit Vans in Shift to Affordable EVs

Ford Pushes Back Replacement for F-150 Lightning, E-Transit Vans in Shift to Affordable EVs

As it shifts to a new generation of “affordable” EVs, Ford Motor Co. will delay two other battery-electric projects, including the next-generation F-150 Lightning pickup. It may also look at adding hybrids and other products to what was supposed to be the all-electric Blue Oval City manufacturing complex outside Memphis, reports Headlight.News.

Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 8-25-25

Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 7-28-25

On this week’s Headlight News podcast, we talk about President Trump’s trade deals, how the existing tariffs crashed Tesla’s and GM’s second quarter earnings, the new Honda Prelude as well as offering a review of the new Toyota Prius Prime. Check it out and tell us what you think.

Shareholders Sue Tesla, Musk Claiming They Hid Robotaxi Dangers

Tesla Earnings Plunge while Musk Warns of “a Few Rough Quarters”

Tesla reported a 16% plunge in second-quarter net income as its worldwide sales continue to decline. CEO Elon Musk warned that there could yet be “a few rough quarters” ahead before the automaker gets its long-promised “affordable” EV into production. More from Headlight.News.

Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 8-25-25

Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 7-21-25

Headlight News for the Week of 7-21-25 includes Ford setting a recall record, President Trump’s next move could cripple Tesla, plus Subaru makes moves in Uncharted territory. Plus we review the 2026 Genesis GV70 and we travel through this week in automotive history.

Plunging $2.7 Billion into the Red, Stellantis Expects Even Bigger Hit from Trump Tariffs Later This Year

Plunging $2.7 Billion into the Red, Stellantis Expects Even Bigger Hit from Trump Tariffs Later This Year

Stellantis reported a preliminary loss of $2.7 billion for the first half of 2025 – and the second half is looking to be even worse, the automaker warned Monday, putting much of the blame on Pres. Donald Trump’s automotive tariffs. Add program cuts and other issues and it creates some big challenges for new CEO Antonio Filosa. More from Headlight.News.

Tesla’s Expanded Robotaxi Service Map Might Get NC-13 Rating

Tesla’s Expanded Robotaxi Service Map Might Get NC-13 Rating

Sometimes, the only thing more complicated than the auto industry is the English language. So when Tesla CEO Elon Musk decided to map out the burgeoning growth area for robotaxi coverage in Austin, Texas, the punctuation played a critical role in defining whether it was a normal critique of Musk’s actions or surprise by readers. Find out more at Headlight.News.