On this week’s HeadlightNews podcast, we cover GM’s $4B investment in U.S. plants, tumbling EV sales in April, the impact of tariffs on import vehicle sales and Tesla CEO ElonMusk waving the white flag. Go to HeadlightNews to check it out.
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EV Sales Tumble for First Time in 14 Months – and Tesla’s to Blame
After a first-quarter surge, EV registrations took a sudden tumble in April, the first fall in more than a year, according to industry data. The dip came despite a strong showing by several brands, including General Motors. The primary reason for the downturn as slowing demand by the giant in the battery-sector, Tesla. More from Headlight.News.
GM Investing $4 Billion in Expanding U.S. Manufacturing Operations
General Motors is plowing about $4 billion into plants in Michigan, Tennessee and Kansas during the next two years. The move will shift production of its highly profitable full-size pickups and SUVs from outside the U.S. to its massive plant in Orion, Michigan, north of Detroit. Find out more about the plans at Headlight.News.
A Week With: 2025 Chevrolet Equinox LT AWD
Chevrolet’s in the midst of a product transformation. And while I could be talking about EVs, I’m actually just thinking about its slate of SUVs. The 2025 Chevrolet Equinox LT AWD is a prime example of the styling and performance improvements taking root within the brand’s lineup. Check out our review for details.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 6-9-25
This week’s Headlight News podcast chronicles the ongoing fight between Tesla’s Elon Musk and President Donald Trump. We also talk about the state of Chrysler as it hits 100 years old, review the 2025 Ford Expedition and take a trip through automotive history.
A Week With: 2025 Land Rover Range Rover SE LWB 7 Seat
For decades there has been one brand satisfying the desires of those who want luxury and adventure melded into one vehicle: Land Rover. The 2025 Land Rover Range Rover SE LWB continues that legacy. Check out our review at Headlight.News.
All-Electric Mercedes G-Class “Sitting Like Lead at Dealers”
The all-electric Mercedes-Benz G-Class is a “complete flop,” according to one executive. The slow sales of the battery model raises concerns about not only the German automaker’s expansive EV program but about demand for battery-electric vehicles, in general. More from Headlight.News.
May Sales Bloom With Strong Numbers From Ford
Carmakers reported healthy sales in May as buyers continued to sign for new vehicles ahead of price Increases promised when the Trump tariffs take hold. Headlight.News has details.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 6-2-25
On the Headlight News podcast this week, we talk about Stellantis finally getting a CEO, Tesla CEO Elon Musk being under fire for drug use and more industry happenings. Plus we throw in a review of the 2025 Chevy Equinox.
A Week With: 2025 BMW M4 Competition xDrive Convertible
The luxury market is filled with claims of excellence and superiority. Those proclamations seemingly get louder when talking about convertibles. And the best of that group are often subject to imitation or impertinence. In short, the heavy is the head that wears the crown. Such is the case with the 2025 BMW M4 Competition xDrive convertible. Check out our review at Headlight.News.
GM Chair Barra Named World’s Most Powerful Woman — Again
General Motors Chair and CEO Mary Barra’s earned plenty of accolades during her 10-plus-year tenure at the helm of the Detroit-based automaker. She’s earned another — again — topping Forbes’ 100 Most Powerful Women list. It’s the second straight year’s she’s topped the list. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Musk Says Driverless Tesla Model Y Deliveries Begin in June
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been promising a self-driving vehicle for years — and missed those targets for years. However, the time has arrived for him to make good on his word, he says, and the first set of driverless Teslas will be delivered in June. Get details in Headlight.News.