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Ford Escape May Return – But in All-Electric Form
Ford’s decision to kill off the Escape crossover last December took many folks by surprise. But it now looks like that long-popular badge will make a return in 2029 – albeit on a new EV based on Ford’s Universal Vehicle platform. More from Headlight.News.
Mazda Will Drop CX-70 – (But in Name Only)
The two-row Mazda CX-70 is going away – but only in name, to simplify its line-up, the automaker’s CEO told Headlight.News. Going forward, Mazda will add a two-row version of its top-trim CX-90 now available only in a three-row configuration.
Kia Defies Conventional Logic; Continues Betting on EVs
While most manufacturers have slashed their battery-electric programs, charges ahead with the launch of the affordable new EV3. What does it see that other brands don’t?
A Week With: 2026 Mazda CX-90 Premium Sport
Mazda has spent years building a reputation for vehicles that feel a little more sophisticated than their price tags suggest. The 2026 Mazda CX-90 PHEV only adds to the legacy of those efforts. Find out more in our review at Headlight.News.
GM Getting Back Into the Hybrid Market – But it’s Got a Long Way to Catch Up
General Motors is getting ready to roll out an assortment of hybrid models, starting early next year. It will initial target some of its most fuel-hungry products, such as the Chevrolet Silverado, before expanding across a broader array of models. More from Headlight.News.
Acura Adding Two New Crossovers and an “Adventure-Ready” SUV
Acura Is getting serious about filling the gaps in its line-up. It confirmed plans for two new crossovers, as well as an “adventure-ready” SUV. The trio will also bring the debut of a new two-motor hybrid system.
End of the Road: These Models Are Going Away in 2027
You may find a number of once popular products absent from showrooms as we enter the 2027 model year. Here’s a list of 29 separate nameplates that won’t be around, victims of tariffs, production problems and shifting market demand.
What’s Next for Jaguar?
It took six years for Jaguar to bring the new Type 01 to market. But what’s to follow? Will it remain on a path to an all-electric future? The Car Collective spoke to Jaguar Managing Director Rawdon Glover and has this exclusive report.
September, Q3 Auto Sales Defy Expectations – But Automakers Still Fear the Worst
Despite oil prices running at near record highs and consumers more worried about the economy than at any time since the depths of the COVID pandemic, U.S. auto sales grew by an unexpected 4.4% in September. That defied industry expectations, in part driven by rising demand for electrified vehicles. But experts fear the bottom could yet drop out.
A Week With: 2026 Lexus NX 450h AWD
The popularity of luxury crossovers and SUVs remains strong, and perhaps no brand benefits from that more than Lexus. For years, Toyota’s luxury marque has set the bar for luxury utes in the U.S. The OG in the segment is the NX, and after a week in the 2026 Lexus NX 450h AWD, it’s clear the bar isn’t backsliding. Check out our review of the new NX at Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2027 Kia Telluride HEV X-Line SX Prestige AWD
When Kia introduced the Telluride for 2020, it didn’t take long for the three-row SUV to become one of the company’s most important vehicles. Now, six years later, it’s become a true flagship vehicle for the brand with the second-gen version. Find out what’s different in our review of the 2027 Kia Telluride HEV for Headlight.News.