Here’s how the upstart Korean automaker Hyundai, once seemingly destined to fail, has grown into the world’s 3rd-largest automaker and now has even Toyota and Volkswagen worried.
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Trump Puts Auto Industry in Crosshairs With Petulant Trade Negotiation Tactics
It’s fair to say that the author of “The Art of the Deal” is working in finger paint when it comes to the current round of talks with our neighbors — mostly — to the north, Canada. Find out what that will mean for automakers, dealers and consumers at Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 Nissan Rogue Rock Creek Edition
With so many compact SUVs competing for buyers’ attention, simply being practical isn’t enough anymore. Fortunately, the 2026 Nissan Rogue Rock Creek edition gives them something that not only looks good, offers up a bit of off-road fun as well as plenty of helpful technology. Find out more in our review at Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 Lexus IS 350 F Sport
With the price of new vehicles on the rise, finding something that’s enjoyable to drive, filled with plenty of technology, impressive looks, and doesn’t cost an arm and a leg means it’s time to look at luxury compact sedans. Start with the 2026 Lexus IS 350 F Sport, and you may not have to go any further to scratch your itch. Check it out at Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 Chevrolet Trax
In a time in which the average new car transaction price is just over $49,000, the 2026 Chevy Trax convinces us a lot of people are spending more money than they need to be to get solid transportation. Check out the review at Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 Hyundai Elantra N
With affordability being top of mind with new car buyers in America, Hyundai is Johnny on the Spot. It has a slew of great sedans, but perhaps none of its offerings combines value and performance better than the 2026 Hyundai Elantra N. Headline.News spent a week flogging, er, driving the cheap speedster and has thoughts.
Ford Brings Track Savvy to Streets with New Mustang Dark Horse SC Convertible
Ford’s legacy of bringing its track knowledge to the streets continued Friday with the reveal of the 2027 Mustang Dark Horse SC convertible — it’s first new open-air high-performance machine in more than a decade. Check it out at Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 Ford Mustang Mach-E Rally
Ford’s Mustang Mach-E broke new ground for the storied automaker when it was introduced back in 2020. The first crossover SUV to carry the Mustang nameplate, Mach-E also marked the first time an EV wore a galloping pony badge. Get the details in our review at Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 Kia Sportage X-Pro Prestige AWD
Until a few years ago, you couldn’t talk about the sleeper offering in Kia’s portfolio of SUVs because the brand didn’t offer many and the ones they did producer would, well, put you to sleep. Clearly that’s no longer the case, and standout offering that doesn’t stand up front? The 2026 Sportage X-Pro Prestige. Read on to find out why.
Honda, Toyota Deliver Stronger Earnings, Brighter Forecasts – But Troubles Remain
Japan’s two largest automakers delivered stellar earnings for the most recent quarter – Honda’s quarterly profit setting a new record. And, along with Toyota, it forecast good results for the coming months. But that doesn’t guarantee smooth sailing, reports Headlight.News.
Hybrids Charge Up July U.S. Auto Sales
What automotive downturn? We’ve been hearing a lot of doom-and-gloom forecasts in recent months but you’d be hard-pressed to take them seriously based on July sales. While a few manufacturers have yet to weigh in, demand surged for the month, with more than a few brands setting records. The driving force? Hybrids. More from Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited
In time where every drop of gas counts, the 2026 Hyundai Elantra Hybrid Limited confirms its status as a value without equal. Compelling styling, abundant technology and impressive fuel economy make it a must-drive for anyone in the market for a new vehicle. Find out why Headlight.News likes it so much in our review below.