Trade Shock: Trump says 50% tariffs on Canadian cars, trucks, parts and steel will start Jan. 1, 2027, threatening major U.S. best-sellers built with cross-border supply chains. Regulation & Liability: China’s draft Road Traffic Safety Law revision adds a dedicated chapter for autonomous vehicles, shifting penalties toward manufacturers/importers when the system is active. Hyundai Push: Hyundai plans 1.27M units of added capacity by 2030, a product blitz of 100+ launches, and a push to lift operating margin above 9% with hybrids/EREVs at the center. Volkswagen Labor Fallout: VW CEO Oliver Blume faces worker backlash over restructuring plans that could cut up to 50,000 jobs, with unions warning against factory closures. F1 Tech Rules: FIA’s ADUO update allows Mercedes one extra engine upgrade in 2026 and 2027, while others get different allowances based on performance gaps. EV Supply Chain: China accelerates retired EV battery recycling with a digital ID traceability system and targets over 1M tons of comprehensive utilization by 2030. Smart Driving Debate: Nissan argues “take over” prompts can be a safety-first fallback when full safety can’t be guaranteed. Materials Innovation: SGMW industrializes bamboo fiber composites for automotive interior trims across 20+ models. India Electrification: JSW MG seeks lower PHEV taxes and targets 70% localization by 2027 while investing Rs 6,000 crore to expand capacity. Autonomous Tech Strategy: NIO “releases” its intelligent driving head to focus on embodied intelligence and physical AI foundation models. Dealer Pricing Scrutiny: FTC warns Toyota dealers that advertised prices must include mandatory fees, targeting deceptive add-ons. Robotics in Retail: Hyundai CEO says dealers could sell humanoid robots, leveraging its existing distribution and financing channels. Motorsport Note: Honda completes a historic 2026 IndyCar street-circuit sweep with a DC win.