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First Drive: 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter

by Paul Eisenstein | Feb 5, 2024 | *Daily News*, *Reviews*, Aftermarket, Business, EVs and batteries, First Drive, Green Power, Mercedes, Technology

The iconic Mercedes-Benz tri-star badge today graces a wide range of products, from the little CLA sedan to the flagship GLS crossover. It’s also found on one of the world’s most popular vans, the big Sprinter. And, as the German automaker accelerates its switch to zero-emissions propulsion, the latest model to go all-electric is the 2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter. Headlight.News spent a day in Southern California testing it out and discovered it was surprisingly fun to drive while delivering plenty of range. It also maintains the flexibility of the classic Sprinter and could even wind up with an RV option.

2024 Nissan Versa Is the Cheapest New Car in America. But Is It Any Good?

by Larry Printz | Feb 2, 2024 | *Reviews*, Nissan

If you want a brand-new car in the United States in 2024, it’s going to cost you $17,530 before options, taxes and tags. That’s the base price and destination charge of the 2024 Nissan Versa, the least-expensive new car you can buy. But how does it drive? Find out at Headlight.News.

First Drive: 2024 Lexus GX 550 — A Complete Makeover

by Paul Eisenstein | Feb 1, 2024 | *Daily News*, *Reviews*, Automakers, Business, First Drive, Lexus, Safety, Sales, Technology

Not long ago, Lexus buyers had a single utility vehicle to choose from: the time-tested RX. Today, the Japanese luxury brand has one of the broadest portfolios of SUVs and CUVs on the market. That includes the Lexus GX which, for 2024, gets a ground-up makeover. There’s a new chassis, a new engine, a more classic exterior design and a more high-tech interior. There’s also the all-new Overtrail trim package which adds more rugged features that, as its name suggests, will allow for more serious off-road adventures. Headlight.News headed down to Tucson, Arizona to test out the 2024 Lexus GX.

A Week With: 2024 Toyota Prius: Winning Over the Skeptics

by Paul Eisenstein | Jan 19, 2024 | *Reviews*, Awards, Business, Car Culture, Consumer Guides, Environment, EVs and batteries, Green Power, Technology, Toyota

Since it made its debut a full quarter-century ago, there’ve certainly been reasons to praise the Toyota Prius for its fuel-sipping hybrid powertrain. But it hasn’t scored big in either the performance or fun-to-drive categories. Now, with the latest-generation hatchback, it’s an entirely new game. And it’s won over our reviewer.

A Week With: 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit 4×4

by Lyndon Conrad Bell | Jan 16, 2024 | *Reviews*, Automakers, Business, Jeep, Sales

More and more Americans are looking to get out and see what the country has to offer as a result of pandemic. Few vehicles are better positioned to make that happen than the 2024 Jeep Grand Cherokee L Summit 4×4. Check out our review at Headlight. News.

2024 Genesis GV60 Electrified is a Design Gem

by Larry Printz | Jan 5, 2024 | *Reviews*, Genesis

Walk up to the 2024 Genesis GV60 Electrified and it’s hard not to be impressed. For the 2024 Genesis GV60 Electrified, the brand’s first electric vehicle, is a design jewel. Wearing a vibrant, modern, and happy vibe, it’s quintessentially Korean. It’s round. And it...

A Week With: 2024 Nissan Pathfinder Sports Improved Looks, Same performance

by Larry Printz | Dec 29, 2023 | *Reviews*, Nissan, Safety, Sales, Technology

It’s hard to believe there once was a time when the Nissan Pathfinder and Toyota 4Runner competed fender to fender for off-road supremacy. After a 10-year split, the Pathfinder appears ready rumble off-road again. Check it out in our review at Headlight.News.

Our Top Test Drives of 2023

by Larry Printz | Dec 28, 2023 | *Daily News*, *Reviews*, BMW, Chevrolet, Genesis, Hyundai, Ineos, Kia, Lucid, Rolls Royce, Toyota

Wow; that was a quick year. It was 12 months of a changing vehicle mix, as more EVs are coming to market than ever. Nevertheless, it’s been a year of some fun test drives. Headlight.News offers up its list of the best for you to review yourself.

2024 Kia Seltos: A Well-Designed Workhorse With Sophisticated Design

by Larry Printz | Dec 22, 2023 | *Reviews*, Kia

It’s true that while pricey cars get all of the attention, it’s the mainstream cars that are the true works of art. After all, when you have a car with a six-figure price tag, it’s fairly easy to endow it with a pleasing design and exemplary performance. When the...

2024 Volvo XC90 T8 Recharge Ultimate Makes Waves in Midsize Segment

by Lyndon Conrad Bell | Dec 19, 2023 | *Reviews*, Automakers, Business, EVs and batteries, Safety, Sales, Technology, Volvo

One of the nicest looking midsize SUVs you’ll find, the second-generation 2024 Volvo XC90 is an excellent of example of good looks and top-line technology. Check out the review at Headlight.News.

2024 Chevrolet Trax: One of GM’s Best Vehicles Is Its Most Affordable

by Larry Printz | Dec 15, 2023 | *Reviews*, Chevrolet, General Motors

GM’s least expensive vehicle in the U.S. market is its best value. In July 2023, the average price paid for a Chevrolet was $47,294 according to the Kelley Blue Book. Given the average salary in the U.S. is $59,428, that makes GM’s most affordable nameplate beyond the...

First Drive: 2024 Blazer EV – Something for Everybody

by Paul Eisenstein | Dec 13, 2023 | *Daily News*, *Reviews*, Chevrolet, EVs and batteries, First Drive, General Motors, Technology

Chevrolet is getting into EVs in a big way, the bowtie brand beginning to ramp up production of an all-electric Silverado, prepping the Equinox EV for a launch next year, and confirming the Bolt nameplate will return in all-new form. But the spotlight now is on a battery-powered version of one of its most popular model lines. And Headlight.News spent several days in sunny San Diego getting a chance to drive two versions of the 2024 Chevy Blazer EV.

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