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Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 5-26-26
This week on the podcast, we cover news from Stellantis, Volkswagen’s revival of the ID. Buzz, Ferrari finally building an EV, the Luce, and we review the 2026 Toyota Camry SE Nightshade. Check it out.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 5-18-26
On the Headlight News podcast this week, we look the rise of hybrid sales and the moves by Honda and Mazda to meet demand. We also cover the looming shortage of base oils due to the conflict with Iran. Finally we review the 2026 Hyundai Santa Cruz SRT. Check out the podcast, give us some feedback.
Honda, Mazda Go Big on Hybrids, Disconnect from EVs
Honda reported its first loss in seven decades, largely due to major cuts in its EV program. But the automaker plans a major ramp-up of its hybrid line-up, its CEO revealed. Mazda is following a similar strategy, albeit on a smaller scale, as Headlight.News reports.
Oil Shortage Takes Another Step Toward Critical Mass
The ongoing war with Iran poses plenty of automotive-related problems, including higher gas prices, but there is a looming crisis when it comes to lubricants, which will only add to the draw on the bank accounts of Americans. Get the details at Headlight.News.
Toyota Looking to Build New $2 Billion Assembly Plant in Texas
Call it a “whale” of a plan. Documents filed with Texas regulators show Toyota is ready to build a new, $2 billion assembly line alongside its existing truck factory in San Antonio. But the automaker is first seeking financial support from the state for what it has codenamed “Project Orca.” More from Headlight.News.
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Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 2-16-26
The Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 2-16-26 covers big Ford losses, sliding EV sales, the 2027 Toyota Highlander EV, President Trump pushing to block the opening of the Gordie Howe International Bridge, plus we review the 2026 Mazda CX-90 Turbo S Premium Plus and look back at this Week in Auto History. Give us a listen.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 2-9-26
On this week’s Headlight News podcast, we cover the big hit to Stellantis’ earnings, Toyota’s changes at the top as well as its new EV, plus the decline of new car sales last month. We also review the 2026 Honda Prelude and more. Give us a listen!
Headlight.News Podcast for the Week of 2-2-26
This week’s Headlight News podcast chronicles the fall of GM and Tesla earnings, Toyota setting a new sales record, Mercedes showing its new S-Class, automakers not advertising during the Super Bowl this year. Give us a listen and tell us what you think.
Headlight News Podcast for the Week of 1-26-26
On this week’s Headlight News podcast, we cover the influence China is having on the U.S. automotive market, declining Cybertruck demand and sales, Mercedes equipping its 2027 E-Class with heated seatbelts and more. Check it out at Headlight.News.
Latest Reviews
Rugged Hyundai Boulder Takes Aim at Bronco, Wrangler
Hyundai’s been toying with the off-road market for several years, but it’s about to get serious, challenging the like of Ford Bronco and Jeep. While officially only a prototype, Headlight.News has learned that the Hyundai Boulder concept SUV that debuted at the New York International Auto Show will make it into production by 2030 –and will be part of a full family of body-on-frame trucks.
Volkswagen Brings a Redesigned 2027 Atlas to NY Auto Show
The Beetle may be the iconic Volkswagen but when it comes to today’s market, the big Atlas underscores the transformation the German automaker has gone through in recent years. So, it’s no surprise VW pulled out all the stops when it came to developing the second-generation Atlas that made its debut at the New York International Auto Show. Headlight.News has more.
First Look: 2027 Kia Seltos Grows Larger, Adds a First-Ever Hybrid
Since its rolled into the U.S. market in 2021, the Kia Seltos has become the Korean carmaker’s best-selling model line. But Kia has even bigger ambitions for the subcompact crossover. Making its debut at the NY Auto Show, the 2027 Kia Seltos grows larger, add more features and a first-time hybrid option. Headlight.News takes a first look at the next-generation SUV.
Kia Reveals “Affordable” EV3 at NY Auto Show
While many of its competitors are rolling back their battery-electric plans, Kia is moving ahead – and its betting an affordable offering could win over skeptical American consumers. Headlight.News was on hand for the debut of the new Kia EV3 at the New York International Auto Show.
Here’s What’s Set to Debut at the 2026 NY Auto Show
Auto shows. Remember them? In the years leading up to the COVID pandemic they were big events for automakers and auto buyers alike, but they’ve seemed stuck in lockdown ever since. Until now, anyway. This year’s New York International Auto Show promises to be the most...