Hoping to take advantage of what proponents call the fuel of the future, General Motors and Honda today launched joint production of hydrogen fuel cells at a factory in suburban Detroit. The zero-emission devices will be used to power everything from portable generators to Class 8 trucks. And, as Headlight.News reports, the two automakers aren’t the only ones who see great opportunities with hydrogen technology.
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Porsche’s Second EV, the Macan SUV, Will Deliver up to 381 Miles Range
Days after offering up a sneak peek at its second all-electric model — and its first battery-powered SUV — Porsche has officially unveiled the new Macan 4 EV. And it boasts some impressive numbers, offering up to 630 horsepower and delivering as much as 381 miles of range. More from Headlight.News.
Tesla’s Next Generation Vehicle is Coming — And It’s Cheaper
Rarely content to simply confirm something most already know, Tesla CEO Elon Musk said Wednesday evening the company’s next-gen platform was in development — and that it will change the way manufacturing EVs is done. Find out what he meant at Headlight.News.
Tesla Records Big Profits for Q4, Full Year 2023
EV maker Tesla fell short of is production targets in 2023, but it still made plenty of money. In fact, it made money in spite of repeated price cuts on its most popular vehicles, the Model 3 and Model Y, which was the bestselling vehicle in the world. Find out more at Headlight.News.
Tesla Planning $25,000 EV Codenamed “Redwood”
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has repeatedly promised to bring more affordable EVs to market but has so far failed to pull it off. Now, however, a report indicates the Texas-based automaker is getting ready to follow through with a compact crossover that could be available by mid-2025 at a starting price of $25,000. More from Headlight.News.
EV Skeptic Akio Toyoda Sees Electric Vehicle Market Share Peaking at 30%
He’s warned that the switch to battery-electric vehicles could seriously harm the auto industry. And even though his successor as Toyota CEO has committed more resources to EVs, Akio Toyoda continues to see a future in which hybrids and other alternatives dominate the global market. More from Headlight.News.
First Look: Genesis X Snow Speedium Concept
Let it snow, let it snow, let it snow – at least if you’ve got the newest Genesis concept parked in your driveway. The new X Snow Speedium is the latest in a series of show cars meant to give the world a look at the design direction that the South Korean luxury brand is taking. Headlight.News takes a closer look.
First Look: 2025 Chevrolet Equinox
Seven years after it was last redesigned, an eternity in the car business, Chevrolet unveiled a redesigned 2025 Chevrolet Equinox on Thursday. The new model competes in America’s most competitive market segment: compact crossover SUVs. Find out more about the new model at Headlight.News.
Porsche Reveals Sketches of Coming 2025 Macan EV
Porsche’s conversion to electric power continues with the 2025 Macan. The German sports car maker released some sketches of the soon-to-arrive small battery-powered SUV to give everyone a good look at what will be hitting dealerships for the next model year. Headlight.News has the sketches and some updates.
Buick Celebrates Strong 2023 By Giving Glimpse at 2025 Enclave
Most automakers enjoyed strong sales last year, and Buick was among them. The brand’s been in a state of change for the past 18 months, and to celebrate a good sales year, officials decided offer an early look at what’s to come. Have a look at the 2025 Buick Enclave at Headlight.News.
Oy, Vay! German Startup Uses Remote Control for New Las Vegas Ride-Sharing Service
The crash of a Cruise ride-share vehicle in San Francisco last October has raised concerns about the readiness of robocab technology. But how will buyers take to an alternative approach that has launched in Las Vegas? German startup Vay’s small car-sharing fleet doesn’t have humans onboard. Instead, it relies on remote “teledrivers.” More from Headlight.News.
Falling Car Prices, Nissan Delays EVs and the Best and Worst States for Drivers Make up Headlight News Podcast
This week’s Headlight News for the Week of 1-22-24 discusses the dip in new vehicle prices last year, Nissan delaying its next round of electric vehicles as well as the best and worst states for drivers. Get the podcast at Headlight.News.