Skip to navigationSkip to main contentSkip to right columnADVERTISEMENTBecky RobertsonFri, June 26, 2026 at 12:30 PM GMT+2 5 min readGlobal automakers have been agonizing over the formidable threat of Chinese competitors, particularly in the EV sector. It continues to expand (1), though at a slower pace in some markets (especially the US (2)) than in its heyday just a few years ago.Despite a growing number of electric vehicle registrations (3) worldwide in recent months, the gains have not been evenly distributed. European and North American brands are lagging behind Chinese startups that offer more enticing price points, advanced tech features and lower manufacturing costs.Must ReadRobert Kiyosaki says this 1 asset will surge 400% in a year and begs investors not to miss this 'explosion'Jeff Bezos backs a platform that lets anyone invest in rental homes for as little as $100 — here are 5 ways to build wealth like a landlord without actually being oneMillionaires under 43 hold only 25% of their wealth in stocks.