In this week’s episode of the podcast, Truck maker Nikola goes bankrupt while trouble finds its way to Ford, GM, and Tesla. We also go for a spin in the 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 5 before charging our batteries with This Week in Automotive History.
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Headlight News For The Week of 2-17-2025
In this week’s episode of the HLN podcast we talk about the dip in vehicle dependability and production while trouble continues to dog Nissan and Tesla. We also review the Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally before hanging up our driving helmet and taking a drive into the hallowed halls of This Week in Automotive History.
Headlight.News For The Week of 2-10-2025
In this week's episode of the HLN podcast, we talk about Honda and Nissan reaching the end of the road in their attempts to merge while Subaru and Jeep make waves at the Chicago Auto Show. We also share our thoughts on President Trump ending the Public Charger Program...
Headlight.News For The Week of 2-3-2025
In this week’s episode of the podcast, we talk about Trump’s tariffs and how they affect the automotive industry. We also highlight how many automakers are rethinking their EV plans amid changing market conditions.
Headlight. News For The Week of 1-27-2025
In this week’s episode of the podcast, we look at how Ram and Infiniti are shaking up their respective plans for electrification before looking into how intense music can make you a more aggressive driver. After we rock out for a bit, we shift to softer listening to take a look at This Week in Automotive History.
Headlight.News For The Week of 1-20-2025
In this week’s episode of the podcast we talk about auto prices hitting record highs and more buyers ending up underwater as a result. We also review the Nissan Armada before taking a look at This Week in Automotive History.
Headlight.News For The Week of 1-13-2025
In this week's edition of the Headlight.News podcast we talk about how CES has fully embraced automotive technology and the pair of EVs Honda debuted at the event. We also talk about which vehicles won the Car and Truck of The Year Awards, the design shakeup at GM,...
Ram Pickup Toppled by Toyota’s RAV4, Parent Stellantis Was the Big Loser of 2024
If you’re wondering just how bad things got for Stellantis last year, consider the fact that its Ram pickup fell off the podium, losing its traditional third-place position in the U.S. sales race – behind the Ford F-Series and Chevrolet Silverado – to Toyota’s RAV4 SUV. Overall, the Euro-American automaker was one of only two manufacturers to report a decline in sales in 2024 and faces serious challenges to turn things around in 2025.
Headlight.News For The Week of 12-30-2024
In this week’s episode of the podcast we talk about soaring car sales, Honda and Nissan’s plans to merge, and even more problems for Tesla. We also review the Mini JCW Countryman and take a look at This Week in Automotive History
Headlight News For The Week of 12-24-24 – Charger Daytona Review – Nissan and Honda Merge and More
In this week’s episode of the podcast we talk about the planned merger between Nissan and Honda, Tesla’s newest recall, and Honda teasing the Prelude hybrid and a new EV. We also go for a spin in the all-new Dodge Charger Daytona, and take a trip through This Week in Automotive History.
First Drive: 2025 Kia K4 — More than Just a New Name
It came as far from a surprise when Kia confirmed plans to introduce a new version of its long-in-the-tooth Forte sedan at the New York Auto Show last spring. Nor were we shocked to learn the new model would get an entirely new name. But, after finally getting a chance to drive the 2025 Kia K4, we were struck by just how much better it is than the outgoing four-door model. Here’s our review.
Headlight.News For The Week of 12-2-2024 – Shakeup at Stellantis – Tesla Trouble – GM Gets Spot In F1 & More
In this week's episode of the podcast, we talk about the surprise shake-up at Stellantis, Tesla's Latest Troubles, GM's newfound place in F1 (through Cadillac) and a new car review before taking a look at This Week in Automotive History. Click Here to listen and tell...