Rivian Has a $4.5 Billion Loan Crucial for Growth. But Can It Actually Get the Money?

Rivian renegotiated its original $6.57 billion DoE loan down to $4.5 billion. The loan will be crucial to support construction of Rivian's second production factory.

The Motley Fool • Oct 22, 2026

Why EV sales are lukewarm in America, but hot in Europe

US car shoppers have been slow to warm back up to electric vehicles since a key federal subsidy expired a year ​ago, despite persistently high gas prices, while Europeans have flocked to the cars.

Reuters • Oct 8, 2026

US lawmakers urge Trump to maintain ban on Chinese automakers

More than two dozen Democratic ​lawmakers on Friday urged ‌President Donald Trump to keep in place a ban ​on Chinese automakers out ​of the US market, ⁠ahead of his meeting ​with China's President Xi ​Jinping this week.

Reuters • Sep 21, 2026

U.S.-China Talks Seem Successful: ETF Areas in Focus

U.S.-China trade talks could ease tariff pressures, putting semiconductor, technology, retail and auto ETFs in focus as investors assess the potential impact on China-exposed companies.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 21, 2026

Automotive ETFs in Spotlight as Hybrid Cars Take Center Stage

Hybrid cars are gaining ground as EV challenges mount, putting Toyota, Honda and Hyundai in focus and boosting the outlook for auto ETFs.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 16, 2026

Gas Vs. Electric: Global EV Sales Are Actually Rising In 2026; Here's Where

Global electric-vehicle sales hit 2 million in June, gaining for the fourth straight consecutive month, per industry data.

Investors Business Daily • Jul 11, 2026

Global EV demand rises again as Europe offsets China, U.S. weakness

Global demand for electric vehicles rose ​for a fourth straight ‌month in June, driven by strong growth in Europe as sales ​weakened in China and North ​America, data from consultancy Benchmark ⁠Mineral Intelligence showed on ​Friday.

Reuters • Jul 9, 2026

China raises EV ambitions with 30% fleet target by 2030

China has unveiled a new carbon-peaking action plan that targets new energy vehicles (NEVs) accounting for 30% of the country's total vehicle fleet by 2030, marking a significant step in the electrification of the world's largest automobile market. The State Council on Thursday released the "15th Five-Year Plan" Carbon Peaking Action Plan, outlining the country's roadmap to peak carbon emissions before 2030.

Invezz • Jul 9, 2026

Why Detroit Autos Could Be in Trouble Soon. Hint: Saying Goodbye to Big Profits?

Executives point to a faster than normal shift in demand from larger vehicles to more efficient vehicles. Rising gas prices and uncertainty surrounding the Middle East conflict are adding to industry pressures.

The Motley Fool • Jun 24, 2026

Iran war fuel spikes lift Europe's EV sales again, but growth may not last

Rising fuel prices driven by the Iran ​war are boosting demand for new and used electric vehicles across Europe, industry data shared with Reuters ‌shows, though some executives warn interest could fade if petrol costs fall.

Reuters • Jun 18, 2026