Boutique British automaker Morgan is returning to the U.S. market after a two decade absence with a new rendition of the Plus Four sports car.
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A Week With: 2025 BMW i5
The midsize 2025 BMW i5 sedan retains the approach BMW uses for its newest battery-electric models, resulting in another impressive EV. Check out our review at Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2024 Jeep Gladiator Mojave — Two Vehicles in One
The Jeep Gladiator is essentially a longer wheelbase version of the four-door Wrangler Unlimited, with a pickup bed behind the rear seats. Our Jeff Zurschmeide spent a week testing the 2024 Gladiator out along the scenic Oregon coast. Here’s his review.
A Week With the 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV Premium Plus
Mazda’s new CX-70 PHEV may move you to a new level of eloquence as you consider the new plug-in hybrid offering from the Japanese automaker. Check out our review of the 2025 Mazda CX-70 PHEV at Headlight.News.
Kia Tasman Offers Much to Like – But Will it Come to the U.S.?
Kia launched its new Tasman pickup, a midsize truck that takes direct aim at two of the global market leaders, the Ford Ranger and Toyota Tacoma. The bold design is available in a variety of different body configurations and offers two different powertrain options. The question now is whether Kia will take a chance at prying open a niche in the U.S. market.
Cadillac Getting its First All-Electric V-series: 2026 Lyriq -V
If there’s one thing you can do with electric motors it’s make gobs of horsepower and torque. And Cadillac plans to take advantage of that by introducing its first all-electric V-Series model, the 2026 Caddy Lyriq-V. But it’s safe to say it won’t be the brand’s last battery-powered performance package.
Lucid Gravity to Start at $79,990 as Order Bank for Electric SUV Opens
Lucid’s all-electric Gravity SUV, will start at $79,990, the start-up EV maker announced Tuesday, though fully-loaded top-trim models will push into six figures. The automaker’s second product line will begin production by year-end but will begin taking orders early next month.
As Sales of the Original ID.4 Plummet, VW Again Delays U.S. Launch of Bigger ID.7
Volkswagen will “probably” not launch its next battery-electric vehicle, the ID.7 sedan, until sometime next year in the U.S., and some suspect it could be pushed back even further as it struggles to reverse plummeting sales of its original ID.4 SUV.
Scout’s Direct-to-Buyer Sales Plan Sets Off Dealer Backlash
Auto dealers are ready to go to war with Scout Motors over the new brand’s plan to sell directly to customers without using franchised retailers. Scout is also planning to build separate service centers, which are emerging a key part of the EV landscape.
Scout Makes its Debut — But Buyers Are in for a Long Wait
It’s been 44 years since the last Scout model rolled off the assembly line. But the reborn brand made its debut Thursday night, outlining plans to return with a pair of off-road-ready light trucks and a mix of all-electric and “range-extending” drivetrains. Potential buyers now can plunk down a deposit – but they’ll have to wait until 2027 to take delivery.
First Look: 2025 Mini JCW Hardtop and Convertible
Mini is rolling out an assortment of new performance models. And while it’s not clear when – or if – we’ll be getting the new battery-electric models in the U.S. we will soon see the 2025 makeovers of both the Mini John Cooper Works Hardtop and Convertible in gas-powered form. Here’s a first look.
Chevrolet’s New Equinox EV May be the Affordable Electric Vehicle the Market Needs
U.S. EV sales growth has slowed sharply this past year, high sticker prices getting much of the blame – especially for products delivering reasonable range. That could play out well for Chevrolet which has revealed that the new, base trim package of the Equinox will start at just $33,600 before in delivery fees – even while offering 319 miles per charge. Better yet, that’s just $26,100 thanks to federal tax credits.