Detroit's $53 Billion EV Wipeout: Can American Auto Survive?
Detroit's Big Three have destroyed $53 billion in EV investments as Chinese automakers surge. An analysis of the crisis facing the American auto industry.
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Detroit's Big Three have destroyed $53 billion in EV investments as Chinese automakers surge. An analysis of the crisis facing the American auto industry.
Subaru recalls 541,237 SUVs including Ascent, Forester, and Crosstrek over incorrect weight rating labels that could lead to overloading and crash risk.
Chinese EV maker Seres forecasts H1 2026 loss of 1.5-1.8 billion yuan, swinging from profit, as the 'Huawei tax' and rising costs pressure margins.
Volkswagen plans to cut 1 million vehicles of capacity in China and Europe and halve its lineup, as the board rejects management's restructuring plan.
China's NEV production and sales exceeded 7.4 million units in H1 2026, with June market share reaching 58.5%. Exports surged 120% YoY.
China's auto exports hit 5.1M vehicles in H1 2026 as the industry shifts from volume-driven to value-driven growth, led by NEV technology.
China's new GB 38031-2025 standard for EV batteries takes effect, upgrading from a 5-minute fire warning to requiring no fire or explosion at all.
Ford recalls 110,626 Mustang vehicles across two campaigns for windshield wiper and rear differential defects affecting 2021-2026 models.
China's new EV safety standards mandate no-fire-no-explosion batteries and physical one-touch power-off, reshaping the NEV industry with higher costs.
BMW completes $1.7B South Carolina investment, unveils fifth-gen X5 with five drivetrain options including the electric iX5 built in the U.S.
Ford recalls 741,195 vehicles in the U.S. due to a park system defect that could cause rollaways. See affected models and what owners should do.
UN forum approves first global technical regulation for autonomous driving systems, co-led by China, EU, US, UK, Canada and Japan.
Zhejiang challenges Anhui for China's top NEV production title, with the lead changing hands multiple times in 2026 amid fierce regional competition.
A Reuters investigation reveals Tesla presented inflated safety data to European regulators to secure approval for its Full Self-Driving technology.
China's new EV safety standards require 'no fire, no explosion' batteries and physical power-off disconnection, reshaping the world's largest auto market.
Honda recalls 880,514 vehicles including Pilot, Ridgeline, Passport, and Acura MDX over rear subframe corrosion defect in 23 salt-belt states.
A Xiaomi SU7 Ultra caught fire on a bridge in Nanchang with no collision. Xiaomi says battery data shows no thermal runaway; investigation ongoing.
Chinese automaker SAIC Motor will invest €200M in a Spanish plant for its MG brand, bypassing EU tariffs of 45.3% on Chinese-made EVs.
BYD unveils its first in-house 4nm autonomous driving chip, the Xuanji A3, with L3/L4 capability and 700 TOPS, marking a milestone in China's EV chip race.
Ferrari launches the Luce, its first EV, priced at €550,000. The four-door features 1,035 hp, a Jony Ive design, and polarizing market reactions.
Ferrari's first electric car, the Luce, faces fierce backlash from investors and enthusiasts after its Rome unveiling, with shares dropping 6%.
Ferrari unveils its first fully electric vehicle, the Luce, priced at over €550,000. The 1,050-hp EV marks a historic shift for the iconic automaker.
Ferrari reveals its first fully electric vehicle, the Luce, starting at $640,000. The controversial design and 1,035-hp powertrain mark a historic shift.
Tesla launches FSD Supervised in China after years of regulatory hurdles. The rollout follows Trump's state visit with Elon Musk as a business delegate.
Stellantis announces E-Car project to produce small, affordable EVs starting in 2028 at its Pomigliano plant in Italy, targeting the European market.