America’s New Favorite EV Isn’t Tesla—and the Stock May Surprise

Core Insights - Consumer discretionary stocks are seeking recovery after a challenging year, while automotive stocks, particularly General Motors, are showing resilience and growth in the EV market [2][6] - General Motors is gaining traction in the EV sector, with significant sales increases for its Chevrolet Equinox EV, which ranked third in U.S. EV sales [4][6] Group 1: Automotive Market Performance - U.S. auto sales reached 16.17 million vehicles in 2025, indicating a strong market performance [2][6] - General Motors' stock rose by 60% in 2025, reflecting investor confidence and market momentum [6] Group 2: General Motors vs. Tesla - General Motors has a market capitalization of $77.22 billion, significantly lower than Tesla's $1.48 trillion, yet GM has shown respectable stock performance with a 128% increase since 2020 [3] - GM is viewed as a reliable, low-volatility stock with nearly 93% institutional ownership, compared to Tesla's 66% [4] Group 3: Electric Vehicle Sales - The Chevrolet Equinox EV saw its sales double year-over-year to nearly 58,000 units in 2025, showcasing GM's growing presence in the EV market [4][6] - Despite the growth in EV sales, GM's internal combustion engine vehicles still dominate, with over 93,000 GMC Yukons and more than 114,000 Chevy Tahoes sold in 2025 [5]