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BEIJING — As of March 20, 2026, the world’s second-largest economy finds itself at a critical crossroads, haunted by the specter of "Japanification." After decades of breakneck expansion, China is currently struggling to decouple its future from a five-year-long property crisis and a persistent deflationary cycle that has seen consumer

Tesla’s $1.57T valuation clashes with falling revenue (-3.8%). Why engineering limits and the “Couch Problem” leave investors with no margin of safety in the race for Optimus.

March 20, 2026 Introduction In the rapidly evolving landscape of global mobility, few companies have undergone a transformation as profound as XPeng Inc. (NYSE: XPEV; HKEX: 9868). Once regarded simply as one of the "three musketeers" of Chinese electric vehicle (EV) startups alongside NIO and Li Auto, XPeng has spent the mid-2020s pivotally repositioning itself. [...]

Rivian inks an historic $1.25 billion partnership with ride hailing company Uber for its Robotaxi fleet.

Tesla has had a worse 2026 than the S&P 500, but its decline is more likely a bump in the road than a crash.

Rivian’s place in Uber’s long‑term robotaxi rollout puts scale, autonomy, and future margins in sharp focus, today, March 19, 2026.

As of March 19, 2026, Rivian Automotive, Inc. (NASDAQ: RIVN) stands at the most significant crossroads in its 17-year history. After a decade of development and five years as a public entity, the Irvine-based automaker is transitioning from a niche manufacturer of luxury "adventure" electric vehicles (EVs) to a high-volume, mass-market contender. The spotlight on [...]

As of mid-March 2026, the financial world is witnessing a historic "Great Decoupling." While the MSCI All Country World Index (ACWI) has spiraled into its steepest decline since the 2022 bear market, dropping nearly 10% in just six weeks, U.S. equities have remained remarkably resilient. This divergence has shattered

The R2 will be a key component in helping the company reach profitability.

In a decisive move that has sent shockwaves through global markets, the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) officially launched a massive expansion of Section 301 trade investigations this week. Targeting 16 major economies, including Mexico, China, and the European Union, the probes represent a significant escalation in

This company is getting into AI and has several exciting growth catalysts on the way.

QuantumScape is on a mission to significantly improve battery technology, but it still has its work cut out for it.

Reuters reported on Friday that the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, ‌National ⁠Automobile Dealers Association, American Automotive Policy Council and other groups sent a letter to the Trump administration.

Volkswagen and XPeng drew attention Friday after starting production of the ID.UNYX 08 in China, underscoring their push to accelerate locally developed EV offerings in a fiercely competitive market.

According to a report from Reuters, citing data from the China Passenger ⁠Car Association, Volkswagen’s Chinese joint ventures held a combined 13.9% market share in sales terms, compared to BYD’s 7.1%.

Volkswagen has reported one of its worst financial performances in years, with operating profit more than halving in 2025 as the German automaker absorbs the combined weight of American tariffs, a collapsing position in China and deepening problems at two of its most profitable brands. The results confirm that Europe’s biggest auto manufacturer is fighting on multiple fronts simultaneously, and losing ground on most of them.

The global trade landscape was thrown into a state of high-stakes volatility this quarter as President Trump issued a stark ultimatum to America’s closest European allies: enter negotiations for the sale of Greenland or face a devastating "Greenland Surcharge" on all exports to the United States. The proposal, which

There are better EV stocks to put money into.

QuantumScape's stock is near its 52-week low while it marches toward a significant milestone.

Monticello, AR - March 10, 2026 - Strokers Diesel Performance & Repair delivers dealer-level diagnostics and specialist expertise for all vehicle categories throughout Monticello and Southeast Arkansas. The shop is widely recognized for solving complex heavy-duty diesel problems on Cummins, Duramax, and Powerstroke engines, but the same premium equipment and diagnostic precision serve Honda, Toyota, Audi, BMW, Volkswagen, and everyday passenger vehicles.

Rivian stock is pushing higher ahead of the R2 launch on Thursday. Wall Street analysts recommend buying RIVN ahead of the big event.

As of March 10, 2026, the era of the "Magnificent Seven" moving as a monolithic block has come to an abrupt and jarring end. For years, these tech titans served as the undisputed engine of the global markets, but the first quarter of 2026 has witnessed a dramatic "dispersion." Investors

Date: March 10, 2026 Introduction As of early 2026, Tesla Inc. (NASDAQ: TSLA) stands at a defining crossroads that will determine the trajectory of the automotive and tech industries for the next decade. No longer viewed strictly as a car company by its most ardent supporters—nor dismissed as a mere "meme stock" by its harshest [...]