Automotive 19 February 2026 - 3 March 2026

Tesla stock slips nearly 3% as oil shock rattles markets; Europe sales data sends mixed signal

Tesla stock slips nearly 3% as oil shock rattles markets; Europe sales data sends mixed signal

Tesla shares fell 2.9% to $391.66 in early New York trading Tuesday as investors cut exposure to growth stocks amid rising energy prices and yields. February data showed Tesla registrations rose sharply in France and Portugal but dropped 18% in Denmark and 45% in the Netherlands. Britain and Germany will report later this week. Traders are watching for more European data and the Fed’s March 18 decision.
March 3, 2026
Rolls-Royce share price today: UltraFan 30 push and Germany GCAP talk set up London trade

Rolls-Royce share price today: UltraFan 30 push and Germany GCAP talk set up London trade

Rolls-Royce shares closed Friday at 1,333.5 pence, down 1.4%, after unveiling a full-scale UltraFan 30 engine mock-up and outlining a 2028 demonstrator plan. CEO Tufan Erginbilgiç said he is open to Germany joining the UK-Italy-Japan GCAP fighter jet project. The company expects up to £2.5 billion in share buybacks in 2026. Shares hit 1,420 pence last week before retreating.
March 2, 2026
Tesla stock drops after robotaxi permit report, insider sale filing adds to pressure

Tesla stock drops after robotaxi permit report, insider sale filing adds to pressure

Tesla shares fell 2.2% to $408.33 Thursday after a Reuters report said the company logged zero autonomous test miles in California for a sixth year and has not applied for advanced permits. Director Kathleen Wilson-Thompson filed to sell about $10.5 million in stock. Investors tracked insider moves and California permit activity. The Nasdaq dropped 1.18% amid a broader tech pullback.
February 26, 2026
Tesla stock rebounds above $409 as Europe sales slide and hiring lawsuit stays alive

Tesla stock rebounds above $409 as Europe sales slide and hiring lawsuit stays alive

Tesla shares rose 2.4% to $409.38 Tuesday, recovering from Monday’s drop as about 55.6 million shares changed hands. January data showed Tesla’s European sales fell 17% year-on-year, while BYD registrations jumped 165%. A U.S. judge allowed a discrimination lawsuit against Tesla to proceed. The company plans to expand its robotaxi service to more U.S. cities in early 2026.
February 24, 2026
Tesla stock dips as it challenges California DMV over ‘Autopilot’ and FSD labels

Tesla stock dips as it challenges California DMV over ‘Autopilot’ and FSD labels

Tesla shares fell 0.6% to $397.57 Tuesday after the company sued California’s DMV over claims its Autopilot and FSD marketing misled consumers. The lawsuit follows state action that forced Tesla to change its driver-assistance language to avoid license suspension. Broader auto stocks and markets were also weaker. Investors await further court filings and Nvidia’s earnings on Wednesday.
February 24, 2026
Tesla stock price dips below $400 as tariff shift and robotaxi risk frame the week

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

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

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

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

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

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

Stock Market Today

  • ASE Technology Holding Co. Announces Strategic Collaboration with WUS Printed Circuit Co.
    May 23, 2026, 8:13 AM EDT. ASE Technology Holding Co. (ASX) has announced a strategic collaboration with WUS Printed Circuit Co. to enhance production capabilities in the printed circuit sector. This move aligns with growing investments in advanced technologies such as generative AI and robotics, which experts like Elon Musk predict will drive a $250 trillion market by 2040. Industry leaders including Bill Gates and Larry Ellison emphasize AI's transformative potential, underscoring the significance of companies like ASE in supporting this ecosystem. This partnership is expected to strengthen ASE's positioning amid a sweeping AI-driven technological revolution, as companies and governments worldwide adapt to rapid innovation in AI and robotics.