Used-Car Value Shift: Edmunds says today’s used cars are turning into “quiet cash machines,” reframing depreciation expectations for buyers. Labor Politics: A UAW candidate Q&A spotlights the stakes of the union presidency race, with Shawn Fain facing DOJ-linked scrutiny while ballots are set for late August. Toyota Earnings Watch: Toyota is set to report higher revenue and profit expectations despite weaker global sales, as investors track margin pressure and outlook changes. Toyota Admits China Gap: Toyota acknowledges it “cannot compete” with China’s pace, underscoring the competitive squeeze. EV/Tech Market Growth: A new active noise cancellation market forecast targets US$630.69M by 2032, pointing to more cabin-comfort tech bundling. Hyundai IONIQ 3 Push: Hyundai plans IONIQ 3 mass production in mid-August and aims for 40,000+ sales in 2027 for Europe. Nissan Turnaround: Nissan returns to quarterly profit on cost cuts, but warns about Middle East and China risks. Recall/Quality: Saudi Arabia recalls a small batch of Audi Q5s over a seatbelt defect. Volvo EV Plan: Volvo will replace the EX40 with a larger, cheaper EX50 in 2027, targeting the Model Y set. Audi Flagship Move: Audi’s Q9 and SQ9 enter the full-size luxury SUV fight with U.S. deliveries starting in Q4.