UK Manufacturing Shake-Up: Nissan has signed a non-binding MoU with Chery to explore contract manufacturing at Sunderland, with talks targeting production of Chery International UK passenger vehicles on Line One in FY2027, aiming to protect jobs after Nissan’s recent line consolidation. EV Market Milestone: The IEA says EVs (BEVs plus plug-in hybrids) hit 25% of global new car sales in 2025, topping 20 million units, with China driving most of the growth. EV Policy Push (India): India’s Union Cabinet approved a ₹9,585-crore Delhi-NCR pollution cut scheme to support cleaner transport and EV adoption, benefiting about 2.07 lakh vehicle owners. EV Incentives (Ireland): A €10m diesel/petrol scrappage pilot opens July 1, offering €5,000 toward a new battery EV on top of the existing €3,500 grant. Industry & Jobs Pressure (EU/Auto): EU labor officials warn U.S.-Iran-linked energy costs could put up to 1.3 million jobs at risk, with automotive facing potential layoffs around 600,000. Local Auto Training: Santa Fe College broke ground on a 17,200 sq ft automotive technology training center in Gainesville to expand hands-on capacity. Safety & Service: Washington state approved funding for 754 new public EV chargers by 2027, while police in Hampshire warned of car break-ins targeting valuables.