Automotive 17 February 2026 - 24 February 2026

BYD Set for Australia Emissions Credit Windfall as Shark 6 Expands and Hungary Questions Grow
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BYD Set for Australia Emissions Credit Windfall as Shark 6 Expands and Hungary Questions Grow

BYD held 6.28 million tradable units under Australia’s new vehicle emissions scheme as of March 13, outpacing Toyota and Tesla, regulator data showed. BDO estimated those credits could be worth A$562 to A$972 per imported vehicle. The cab-chassis version of BYD’s Shark 6 ute has arrived in Australia, targeting the commercial fleet segment. Chinese brands made up 24% of Australia’s new vehicle market in early 2026, up from 14% a year earlier.
March 21, 2026
Tesla stock price dips below $400 as tariff shift and robotaxi risk frame the week
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Tesla stock price dips below $400 as tariff shift and robotaxi risk frame the week

Tesla shares fell 2.9% to $399.83 on Monday as U.S. markets dropped amid new tariff concerns and scrutiny of assisted driving technology. U.S. Customs imposed a 10% tariff on some imports after a Trump proclamation, with the rate possibly rising to 15%. European data showed Tesla registrations fell 17% in January, while rival BYD’s surged 165%. Investors await U.S. consumer confidence data and Nvidia earnings this week.
February 24, 2026
Tesla stock steadies premarket as Trump tariff shock and self-driving risk debate hang over TSLA
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Tesla stock steadies premarket as Trump tariff shock and self-driving risk debate hang over TSLA

Tesla shares edged up $0.14 to $411.82 in premarket trading Monday after closing at $411.68 Friday. U.S. index futures slipped following President Donald Trump’s announcement of a 15% global tariff. A Reuters report highlighted industry doubts about Level 3 “eyes-off” driving systems, with most current offerings, including Tesla’s, still at Level 2. Tesla plans to expand its robotaxi service to more U.S. cities in early 2026.
February 23, 2026
Tesla stock nudges higher premarket after $59,990 Cybertruck launch and Cyberbeast price cut
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Tesla stock nudges higher premarket after $59,990 Cybertruck launch and Cyberbeast price cut

Tesla introduced a $59,990 Cybertruck and cut the Cyberbeast model to $99,990, dropping the “Luxe Package” and aiming to boost sales as EV demand softens. Shares rose 0.1% premarket. California regulators said Tesla avoided a license suspension after changing its “autopilot” marketing. Traders remain focused on margin impact and upcoming U.S. economic data.
February 20, 2026
Ford stock today: shares slip before the open as tariffs, trade rules loom
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Ford stock today: shares slip before the open as tariffs, trade rules loom

Ford shares slipped 0.5% to $13.78 in premarket trading Friday, tracking declines in other automakers as the U.S. International Trade Commission began a review of USMCA auto rules. Ford also detailed new Formula 1-inspired methods to boost EV efficiency by up to 30% at highway speeds. Investors await key U.S. economic data and a possible Supreme Court tariff ruling later in the day.
February 20, 2026
Uber stock price edges higher as $100 million robotaxi charging push lands on investors’ screens
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Uber stock price edges higher as $100 million robotaxi charging push lands on investors’ screens

Uber shares rose 0.2% to $72.89 Thursday after the company announced a $100 million investment in autonomous-vehicle charging hubs, starting in the Bay Area, Los Angeles, and Dallas. Uber also expanded a partnership with Life360 for family travel and struck a deal with Intuit for free TurboTax rides. In Europe, French authorities raided taxi operator G7 after a complaint from Uber.
February 19, 2026
Tesla stock price slips as California ‘Autopilot’ ruling and EV rules lawsuit put regulators back in focus
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Tesla stock price slips as California ‘Autopilot’ ruling and EV rules lawsuit put regulators back in focus

Tesla shares fell 0.9% to $407.44 in early New York trading Thursday, underperforming a 0.4% dip in the Nasdaq-tracking QQQ ETF. California regulators said Tesla avoided a 30-day license suspension after dropping “Autopilot” from its marketing. Investors are watching a federal court hearing on California’s emissions waiver, which could affect Tesla’s regulatory credit revenue.
February 19, 2026
Tesla stock price today: TSLA steadies before open after Cybercab milestone, California reprieve
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Tesla stock price today: TSLA steadies before open after Cybercab milestone, California reprieve

Tesla said its first production Cybercab rolled off the line at its Texas Gigafactory. Shares rose about 0.2% in premarket trading to $411.32. California’s DMV said Tesla avoided a 30-day license suspension after dropping “Autopilot” from its marketing in the state. The Cybercab still requires regulatory approval to operate on public roads.
February 19, 2026
Ford stock slips premarket as $30,000 electric pickup plan gets fresh detail
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Ford stock slips premarket as $30,000 electric pickup plan gets fresh detail

Ford shares fell about 2% to $13.85 in premarket trading Thursday after the company detailed engineering changes for an electric pickup it aims to price at $30,000. The truck will use lighter materials, new casting methods, and a reduced wiring harness. Key specs and a launch date remain undisclosed. Investors await Ford’s next earnings report on April 28.
February 19, 2026
Tesla stock inches up after-hours as California DMV eases ‘Autopilot’ overhang; Cybercab in focus
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Tesla stock inches up after-hours as California DMV eases ‘Autopilot’ overhang; Cybercab in focus

Tesla shares rose 0.2% to $411.32 in after-hours trading after the company avoided a 30-day license suspension in California by changing its “Autopilot” marketing language. State regulators said Tesla stopped using the term in the state, ending a dispute over allegedly misleading advertising. CEO Elon Musk announced the first production Cybercab rolled off the Texas line, with series production expected in April.
February 18, 2026
Ford stock barely budges premarket as $30,000 EV pickup plan draws a closer look
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Ford stock barely budges premarket as $30,000 EV pickup plan draws a closer look

Ford shares edged up 0.1% to $14.13 in premarket trading as investors reviewed details of a $30,000 electric pickup planned for 2027. Ford Motor Credit raised €1.5 billion in euro-denominated notes. The company reported an $11.1 billion fourth-quarter net loss after EV writedowns and forecast 2026 EBIT of $8–10 billion. No final specs or design for the new pickup have been released.
February 18, 2026
Rivian stock (RIVN) edges up premarket after DA Davidson downgrade, R2 launch risk in focus
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Rivian stock (RIVN) edges up premarket after DA Davidson downgrade, R2 launch risk in focus

Rivian shares rose 0.4% to $16.53 in premarket trading Wednesday, after falling 7.1% Tuesday. D.A. Davidson downgraded the stock to underperform and cut its price target to $14, citing aggressive 2026 delivery targets for the upcoming R2 SUV. Rivian forecasts 62,000 to 67,000 deliveries in 2026, up from 42,247 in 2025. Capital spending is projected to reach up to $2.05 billion as R2 ramps up.
February 18, 2026
Ford stock barely moves after hours as $30,000 electric truck plan takes shape
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Ford stock barely moves after hours as $30,000 electric truck plan takes shape

Ford shares rose a penny to $14.13 in after-hours trading Tuesday after reports detailed its plan for a $30,000 electric pickup on a new low-cost platform. The company aims to cut battery and assembly costs using smaller batteries, aerodynamic tweaks, and large aluminum castings. CFO Sherry House flagged ongoing pricing pressure on components. Ford projects $2 billion in tariff-related costs this year, mostly from aluminum.
February 18, 2026
Rivian stock holds near $18 in premarket as March 12 R2 update looms
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Rivian stock holds near $18 in premarket as March 12 R2 update looms

Rivian shares were steady in premarket trading Tuesday after closing up 26.6% at $17.73, the biggest jump in months. Investors are focused on the March 12 reveal of the lower-cost R2 model, with first deliveries set for Q2 2026. Rivian reported $120 million gross profit in Q4 and guided for 62,000–67,000 deliveries in 2026. Amazon now operates over 30,000 Rivian electric vans in the U.S.
February 17, 2026
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