GM-Union Deal: GM says a tentative Unifor agreement would add next-gen heavy-duty GMC Sierra pickup assembly to Oshawa, Ontario, with C$144M investment and a pledge not to sell or close a second Ontario plant—amid looming U.S. tariff threats. Engine Reliability Watch: NHTSA has opened an engineering analysis into GM’s L87 6.2L V8 after reports of failures even following a prior recall repair, expanding the probe to nearly 1 million vehicles. EV Market Pulse (Europe): New data shows BEVs hitting 26% market share in Europe, with July registrations rising sharply as cheaper models and Chinese supply boost demand. Software Partnership: Honda and Nissan are reportedly moving toward a shared vehicle software and onboard computer deal, targeting rollout by 2029. Automotive Safety/Incidents: A Hyundai Creta burst into flames on Mumbai’s Western Express Highway near Goregaon Metro, snarling traffic; separately, a fatal Route 112 motorcycle crash in Medford is under investigation. Robotics in Auto Supply Chains: Sanctuary AI says its “brain” is proving effective for industrial wire-plugging on a live conveyor at a Tier 1 supplier, pushing Physical AI adoption beyond humanoid hardware.