U.S. Market Push: Mitsubishi plans to enter the U.S. midsize pickup fight with a Nissan-sourced truck, aiming at Toyota Tacoma and Chevrolet Colorado, while reviving the Pajero SUV this autumn. EV & Tech Moves: BYD unveiled its first in-house 4nm smart driving chip (Xuanji A3) for next-gen ADAS/L3-L4, while BMW says it will deploy humanoid robots in European carmaking after a Leipzig test. Safety & Recalls: Honda recalled 99,000 vehicles for defective seat sensors that may trigger airbags; Hyundai faces multiple recall headlines tied to braking/overheating software issues. Industry & Policy: Volvo secured U.S. authorization to export and sell connected vehicles despite upcoming restrictions on Chinese-linked tech. Manufacturing & Jobs: Nissan says it will keep a “significant presence” in the UK and continue Sunderland production, though consolidation will affect lines. Business & Finance: Ford’s new Ford Energy unit helped shares hit a three-year high after its first major customer deal with EDF Power Solutions. Motorsport Calendar: Monaco Grand Prix moved to early June 2026 as F1 reshuffles logistics and sustainability.