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

Lithium Miners News For The Month Of September 2026

China's lithium carbonate spot prices and spodumene spot prices were significantly lower the past month. Lithium market news - China's biggest lithium mine (CATL's Jianxiawo Mine) loses its license and is back on care and maintenance. Why has Benchmark flipped 2027 lithium from Surplus to Deficit? Lithium miner news - Ganfeng Lithium swings to profit in H1 2026 as revenue nearly triples. Tianqi Lithium's profit surges 49-fold in H1 as revenue soars 153%.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 22, 2026

Battery Stocks Are Heating Up—These 2 ETFs Offer a Safer Bet

Short-term swings in commodity pricing aside, battery stocks present a compelling long-term proposition for investors anticipating that the electrification boom will continue. These companies have faced some challenges of late, including turbulent lithium prices, concerns about oversupply, and slower-than-hoped-for electric vehicle sales growth.

MarketBeat • Sep 14, 2026

Trio of economic forces could boost electric vehicles, WoodMac says

A trio of emerging economic forces could boost global production of electric vehicles with implications for oil, power and metal markets, a ​report from Wood Mackenzie said on Thursday.

Reuters • Aug 13, 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

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

3 Critical Minerals ETFs Capturing the Reshoring Trade as China Tightens Export Controls

China's October 2025 expansion of rare earth export controls continues to ripple through equity markets eight months later.

24/7 Wall Street • Jul 6, 2026

LIT: Momentum Driven By Energy Storage, Semiconductors, And EVs

Global X Lithium & Battery Tech ETF (LIT) is rated a buy, driven by catalysts in EVs, AI, and semiconductors supporting top holdings. LIT's recent rebound, with a one-year share price doubling, signals a critical inflection point in lithium markets and ongoing outperformance potential. Top holdings—Rio Tinto, Naura Technology, and Panasonic—are positioned for sustained cash flow growth amid strong demand and industry tailwinds.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 6, 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