According to Sawyer Merritt, Tesla China achieved a third consecutive month of sales growth in January 2026, reaching 69,129 units, as reported by Reuters. Despite a slowdown in China's overall EV market and weak domestic demand, deliveries of the Model 3 and Model Y rose 9.3% year-over-year, including exports to Europe and other regions. This sustained growth highlights Tesla's strategic use of AI-powered manufacturing and supply chain optimization, which continues to drive operational efficiency and global competitiveness amid challenging market conditions.

According to Sawyer Merritt, Porsche is considering halting the development of its 718 Boxster and Cayman electric vehicle models due to escalating costs and delays. New CEO Michael Leiters reportedly aims to reduce expenses by possibly shelving these EV projects, which reflects the ongoing challenge of balancing innovation with profitability in the automotive sector. As reported by Sawyer Merritt, this move may impact Porsche’s electric vehicle strategy and influence business opportunities for AI-driven manufacturing and supply chain optimization solutions within the automotive industry.