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 • 12 hours ago

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

At Hong Kong auto show, China automakers to target wealthy in right-hand-drive markets

Chinese automakers are speeding into right-hand-drive markets from Australia to Southeast Asia and ​challenging long-dominant Japanese car companies with premium electric vehicles aimed at affluent consumers.

Reuters • Jun 17, 2026

Should The U.S. Follow China's Auto Industry Playbook?

Big increases in China's auto exports including a doubling of global EV shipments last month underscore a truth that is lacking in U.S. discussion about the future of its own auto industry: Chinese cars “are not going away,” particularly EVs that “have better technology and better features at a better price,” according to long-time China business expert Ker Gibbs.

Forbes • Jun 15, 2026

Chinese EVs may hit U.S. within a few years, one way or another

China has deliberately and aggressively expanded its EV footprint throughout Europe, the U.K., Asia and Australia, exporting millions of vehicles, building factories and widening supply chains. Despite tariffs, stringent regulations and fierce opposition from lawmakers and the American auto industry, there's a growing possibility that Chinese electric vehicles will be sold in the U.S. in the next few years.

CNBC • Jun 6, 2026

Automakers urge EPA to move quickly to rewrite vehicle pollution rules, back two-year delay

Major automakers backed the Environmental ​Protection Agency proposal to ‌delay enforcement of a regulation requiring significant ​cuts in air ​pollution from vehicles for ⁠two years but want ​the agency to ​move quickly to rewrite the rules.

Reuters • Jun 3, 2026

Sticker Shock at the Pump Fuels a Surge in Hybrid Sales

Sales of hybrid vehicles rose 33% in May versus last year, as buyers seek better fuel economy.

WSJ • Jun 3, 2026

Indian automakers' sales rise in May despite rising fuel prices

India's top carmakers reported higher sales ​in May, with market leader Maruti Suzuki saying bookings ‌for its compressed natural gas vehicles jumped 40% after fuel prices rose due to the energy shock from the Iran war.

Reuters • Jun 1, 2026

Are Self-Driving Cars the Future of Transport? ETFs at the Wheel

Autonomous driving gains traction as Tesla, Waymo and Zoox expand robotaxis, while ETFs offer diversified exposure to the AV boom.

Zacks Investment Research • May 21, 2026

Are Surging Fuel Prices Pushing Up EV Sales? Experts Say It's Not That Simple

Edmunds trade-in data showed a 5% jump in people trading gas cars for new and used EVs for the first 4 months of 2026. The rise has happened as gas prices have climbed 40% since April 2025, according to AAA.

CNBC • May 20, 2026