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Hyundai’s New Atlas Robot is Being Trained to Build Cars – But Could Eventually Do Your Dishes, Too

Hyundai’s New Atlas Robot is Being Trained to Build Cars – But Could Eventually Do Your Dishes, Too

Is there a robot in your future? What was once the stuff of sci-fi appears to be moving ever closer to reality, or so it would seem at this year’s Consumer Electronics Show where Hyundai is showing off its new Atlas model. While the humanoid cyborg will initially find use in the company’s factories, future versions could find a place in your home.

Sony Honda’s Afeela Brand Reveals Larger Crossover Aimed at Tech-Loving Families

Sony Honda’s Afeela Brand Reveals Larger Crossover Aimed at Tech-Loving Families

Afeela, the new high-tech auto brand launched by Sony Honda Mobility, rolled out a “prototype” of a new crossover expected to reach market in 2028, while also providing more details about the belated launch of its original Afeela 1 sedan. Headlight.News has more on the high-tech brand’s plans from the CES 2026.

Top Five Most Influential People in the Auto Industry for 2025

Top Five Most Influential People in the Auto Industry for 2025

The automotive industry is filled with powerful people and deals with powerful people. That didn’t change in 2025 and although there plenty to choose from, Headlight.News believes these five were the most influential — in no particular order. Check out who made the list.

Jaguar Will Be Out of Production for the Next Year

Jaguar Will Be Out of Production for the Next Year

The last Jaguar F-Pace rolled off the line at the automaker’s Solihull assembly plant, marking the end of an era and the start of what could be the riskiest moves the British automaker has undertaken in the better part of a century. When Solihull resumes operations it will mark the start of Jaguar’s transition to an all-electric automotive brand. More from Headlight.News.

Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 1-5-26

Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 12-22-25

On the Headlight News podcast for the Week of 12-22-25 we cover Ford killing the Lightning, the end of the line for the Ford Escape, the last Jaguar gas-powered model, Trump sued over EV chargers, a review of the new Lexus GX 550 Overtrail+ and the Week in Auto History. Check it out.

Trump Administration Sued by 17 States Over EV Charger Funding

Trump Administration Sued by 17 States Over EV Charger Funding

The Trump administration’s denial of federal government support for electric vehicles is being challenged in court by attorneys general from 17 states. In the lawsuit led by California, the states contend the administration is withholding funding allocated to build vehicle charging infrastructure. Get details at Headlight.News.

Ford Making Major Shift in EV Strategy, Taking Nearly $20 Billion in Charges

Ford Making Major Shift in EV Strategy, Taking Nearly $20 Billion in Charges

Ford Motor Co. is tearing up its EV plans, killing its all-electric F-150 Lightning, shifting focus to bring more hybrids, E-REVs and low-cost EVs to market. It also plans to shift production at its massive BlueOval City complex in Tennessee from EVs to gas pickups, and repurposing the batteries produced at plants in Kentucky and Michigan for non-automotive markets. Get details about this breaking story at Headlight.News.