The world’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer is Tesla (NASDAQ: TSLA), but it faces increasing competition from newcomers like Rivian (NASDAQ: RIVN). In 2025, both stocks showed volatility, with Rivian emerging as the best performer, boasting a share price increase of over 23% year-to-date, compared to Tesla’s 10% rise. Looking ahead, the analysis appears focused on which stock may outperform in 2026. Image source: Getty Images.





