Already not in any hurry to begin producing electric vehicles in big numbers like many of its competitors, Toyota officials revealed the company’s adjusted its manufacturing timeline in North America from late 2025 to sometime in 2026. Find out more at Headlight.News.
As the first flying cabs approach production, Toyota is more than doubling down on its stake in Joby Aviation, a California-based an electric air mobility start-up that is now test flying its first production prototypes.
While a number of automakers are rethinking their plans for EVs, Mercedes remains committed to the transition to battery-electric propulsion. And that includes its high-performance division, AMG. If anything, AMG CEO Michael Schiebe is convinced buyers “will jump into that new technology” as new models come to market.
A strike by longshoreman called in dispute over wages and use of automation threatens to choke off shipments to ports on the East and Gulf coasts, threatening to delay deliveries of everything from groceries to autos and auto parts.
The damage wrought by Hurricane Helene could take months to calculate but it also could be felt worldwide. The floods that roared through the mountainous western part of North Carolina devastated one town, in particular, that is known for more than just its scenic views. It’s one of the world’s largest sources of the “high-purity quartz” needed to produce semiconductors. And it could touch off another major chip shortage in the months ahead.
A new report shows Tesla issued more recalls than any other automaker in the U.S. during the third quarter; however, they were all resolved with over-the-air updates. Plagued by recalls during the past several years, Ford made significant improvement in the period. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Ford CEO Jim Farley announced plans today to offer free home chargers and installation to buyers of the company’s slow-selling electric vehicles. Farley took to LinkedIn to outline the company’s newest incentive, the Ford Power Promise, to sell EVs while continuing to show his advocacy for them. Get details at Headlight.News.
Confirming long-standing rumors, McLaren said it will introduce a new supercar on October 6 that will serve as the modern day successor to the legendary P1. Here’s what’s we know about the new McLaren W1.
If one thing is certain, Polestar isn’t in a rush when it comes to releasing new models. More than seven years after introducing its first model, the gas-electric Polestar 1, the EV maker is finally rolling out the third entry in its line-up. But is the Polestar 3 the product the Volvo spin-off needs? Here’s our review.
Toyota says it wants its next-generation four-cylinder powertrains to be like the legendary 2JZ engine as it prepares to enhance its lineup of ICE-powered powertrains to help it adjust to changing market trends.
Ram, Stellantis’ truck unit, rolled out its 2025 model year light-duty pickups earlier this year, putting its 2500 and 3500 offerings on hold — until now. While not a full release, the company’s providing an early look at the portfolio before its full reveal sometime next months. Check out the new models at Headlight.News.
A Congressional panel ay approved a new measure that would ensure all new vehicles sold in the U.S. come equipped to receive AM radio. A number of auto manufacturers have begun phasing out that band, some claiming that electric vehicles interfere with AM signals.