Mercedes-Benz C-Class Facelift: Mercedes has rolled out a major C-Class sedan and estate update with revised styling, upgraded chassis tech, and new electrified petrol/diesel/plug-in hybrid powertrains plus the latest AI-driven MBUX Virtual Assistant. EV Charging Partnerships: ChargePoint and Mercedes-Benz are extending a fleet-focused charging deal across the UK and Germany, covering planning, installation, operations and support. Satellite Connectivity for Mobility: Tata’s Nelco partnered with Elveo Mobile to bring Direct-to-Device and IoT satellite connectivity to automotive and other enterprise users across India and South Asia. Hyundai Ioniq 3 Pricing: Hyundai has started Ioniq 3 production in Türkiye, with UK orders opening at £22,245, positioning the EV to take on China-made small electric SUVs. China Auto Momentum: Geely Auto reported stronger H1 results, with new-energy sales up and exports surging, while Zeekr sales nearly doubled. Battery Industry Spend: South Korea’s top battery makers kept capital spending steady despite EV demand slowdown, investing over 4 trillion won in facilities and upgrades. Trade Tensions: Canada and the US remain stuck on auto tariff levels, with Canada pushing for 10% and the US insisting on at least 15%. New Range-Extender Tech: Horse Powertrain unveiled a methanol range-extender engine aimed at Euro 7 compliance and cold-start capability. Motorsport Spotlight: F1 coverage highlights Mercedes frustration and Lewis Hamilton’s push as the season’s second half ramps up.