# April 30, 2026 | Beijing Auto Show reveals Chinese brands' global ambitions; Fed holds rates

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Podcast: [Automotive News Daily Drive](https://stenobird.com/podcast/automotive-news-daily-drive-58649)
Published: 2026-04-30T17:00:00+00:00
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Douglas Bolduc, managing editor of Automotive News Europe, discusses his visit to the Beijing auto show and how Chinese automakers are positioning themselves for global expansion. The Fed’s decision to hold interest rates steady could compound affordability problems. Plus, Ford and Stellantis post first-quarter earnings boosted by tariff refunds.

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