Trade Talks: The US and Canada are closing in on a deal that could cut top-line tariffs on Canadian-built cars and trucks from 25% to 15% (with possible further push to 10%), and halve steel/aluminum tariffs to 25%, easing pressure on North American auto production. Testing & Supply Chain: AB Dynamics is buying US NVH and durability testing specialist eMpulse for an initial $11m (£8.1m), aiming to cross-sell test systems globally and expand in markets like Japan. Mobility Subscriptions: Autonomy’s new CEO says the real target isn’t short-term “switching,” but drivers who don’t fit loans or leases—military families, students, expats, and people returning from abroad. EV/Tech in Vehicles: LG has started deliveries of a 5G Release 16 telematics platform to a premium European automaker, consolidating antennas and reducing RF cabling complexity. Used-Car Market: Mudah.my is integrating its car inventory into Carousell Malaysia, letting dealers’ listings auto-appear to broaden reach. Safety/Crime: Police in Bengaluru say luxury cars were stolen using duplicate keys and sold in Rajasthan, with a Toyota Fortuner recovered. Smart Driving Services: Waymo is adding Gemini integration to its Ojai self-driving cars, letting passengers ask for local info and suggestions and request the car to pull over.