Here's a rundown of the week's top stories as determined by reader interest.

Domestic EV demand is expected to soften as Chinese government policy support wanes. Earnings may suffer further with costs rising, and discounts for consumers likely to continue.

Experts participating in the Automotive News Canada’s Leading Women Retail say new approaches to building trust in sales processes and boosting employee wellbeing are needed in retailing.

A court ruled that Germany’s transport regulator KBA should have relied on EU rules instead of national legislation for a recall.

The German leader's position is in contrast to France and Spain, which want the 2035 zero-emissions target to stand, while allowing “flexibilities” such as local-content and supercredits.