Automakers launch a renewed wave of budget-minded models as priced-out customers seek less expensive ways to get a new vehicle for themselves.
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Honda Nissan Merger Talks Appear To Die After Nissan Withdraws From Agreement
Talks between Honda and Nissan fall off the rails as Nissan reportedly withdraws from MOU due to leadership concerns
Honda and Nissan Merger Will Reportedly Not Be As Equal As Expected
As new details about the proposed merger between Honda and Nissan emerge into the spotlight, it might not be as equal as some anticipate with more evidence pointing to Honda taking a firm leadership role.
Aston Martin Says V12 Will Go Away As Company Prepares To Revise Its EV Plans
Aston Martin CEO Adrian Hallmark confirms the company will have to eventually pull the plug on the V12 as it also prepares to revise its EV strategy due to shifting market conditions.
Headlight.News For The Week of 2-3-2025
In this week’s episode of the podcast, we talk about Trump’s tariffs and how they affect the automotive industry. We also highlight how many automakers are rethinking their EV plans amid changing market conditions.
Honda Reportedly Developing $30k EV, WIll Be Sold In U.S.
Honda reportedly building new mass-market sub-$30,000 EV to try and bring EVs to the masses.
Nissan Preparing To Cut Production and Jobs In The U.S.
New report Nissan’s plans to cut production and jobs in the U.S. as the Japanese automaker continues to try to cling to life.
Headlight. News For The Week of 1-27-2025
In this week’s episode of the podcast, we look at how Ram and Infiniti are shaking up their respective plans for electrification before looking into how intense music can make you a more aggressive driver. After we rock out for a bit, we shift to softer listening to take a look at This Week in Automotive History.
Alfa Romeo Pivots Away From All EV Lineup Towards Hybrids
Alfa Romeo confirms it’s moving away from an all-electric vehicle lineup as collapsing sales and other problems force the Italian automaker to pivot in an attempt to reach out to more customers.
Subaru Brings Back The WRX STI But It Comes With A Catch
Subaru changes its mind and confirms it’s bringing back WRX STI a model that it said wasn’t coming back ever again.
VinAI Debuts DrunkSense Technology, Will Be Part Of Broader Driving Suite
VinAI debuts new DrunkSense the world’s first passive drunk driving detection system which promises to be a potential game changer in vehicle safety if it can make it into a production vehicle.
Chrysler Planning New Car and SUV Based On Halcyon Concept
A new report suggests that struggling Chrysler might pull a rabbit out of its hat with a new report suggesting the brand is getting a new car and SUV based on the Halcyon concept. Stellantis and its dizzying array of brands can be a very daunting thing for customers...