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Headlight News Podcast For The Week of 10-21-24 – Ferrari F80 – Volkswagen ID.Buzz Review – Tesla’s Latest Probe and More
In this week’s episode of the podcast EV mandates are under fire while Tesla finds itself in the crosshairs of a new probe into its FSD system (again…) We also shine a spotlight on Ferrari’s new F80 hypercar and go for a spin in the flower power-infused ID.Buzz EV before taking a look at this week in Automotive History.
Volkswagen’s Finance Chief Confirms Company Has ‘One, Maybe Two Years’ To Turn Things Around
Volkswagen’s ongoing challenges have apparently reached critical mass with the company confirming that the Volkswagen brand has only a few years remaining to turn things around before it reaches the point of no return. Stunning admission comes as the company continues to navigate its way through challenging times.
Road Test Review – 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI and Jetta Sport – Value and Performance Reign Supreme
The 2025 Volkswagen Jetta GLI and Jetta Sport are attempting to solidify their unique place in the compact car segment with new technology and sharpened driving dynamics. But is it enough to help it stand out against growing CUV and SUV demand?
Volkswagen Promises Upcoming GTI EV Will Be More Exciting To Drive
Volkswagen says that the next-generation GTI EV will go above being a tool for higher performance with the company confirming in a report that it will also place a stronger emphasis on providing buyers with a better driving experience.
Ford Brings Capri Nameplate to EV Era, Builds on Collaboration with Volkswagen
Ford brings another classic nameplate to the EV world with the all-new Capri CUV. The Capri attempts to bolster Ford’s presence in Europe while also fleshing out a partnership with Volkswagen at the same time.
Volkswagen Confirms 2024 Will Be Last Chance To Get Manual GTI Model
The 2024 Volkswagen GTI was always an iconic adherent to manual transmissions with the model offering a shift-it yourself option alongside its seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. However, changing market conditions are forcing the German auto giant to scrap the manual with 2024 being the last chance for buyers to get one.
Review: 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro S
Mid-cycle update brings more power, technology, and enhanced standard features that attempt to make the 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD Pro S a better EV as the segment around it rapidly evolves and changes.
Volkswagen Says Plans For Scout Still On Track After Rivian Investment Deal
Volkswagen’s investment deal with Rivian opened up new avenues of cooperation between the two firms in the world of electrification. However, Volkswagen confirms that plans for the revival of the Scout brand are still on track despite its agreement with the upstart EV company.
Volkswagen Delays ID.7 North American Launch, Cites Slowing EV Sales as Main Cause
Volkswagen pumps the brakes on ID.7 U.S. launch due to cooling sales and shifting market conditions.
UAW Looking To Build on VW Victory With Vote at Mercedes-Benz’s Vance Plant, Daimler Truck Also In Crosshairs
At Volkswagen, the United Auto Workers has succeeded organizing workers in the South for the first time and the union is now preparing for a vote at Mercedes-Benz in Alabama while pushing for a new, richer contract at Daimler Truck.
UAW Achieves Representation Victory At VW’s Chattanooga Assembly Plant, Historic Vote Could Prompt More Plants To Join
UAW achieves key victory in the Southern U.S. with historic membership vote at VW’s Chattanooga, Tennessee assembly plant. This vote could give the union more momentum in its push to expand representation in hotly contested region