Market Pulse: SoftBank overtook Toyota to become Japan’s most valuable listed company, a reminder that AI-linked sentiment is still driving auto-adjacent stocks even as crude prices weigh on automakers. EV Charging Buildout: Philadelphia plans to add 435 public EV chargers via a partnership with PositivEnergy, aiming for more accessible, reliable charging across neighborhoods. Battery & Manufacturing Moves: J-Star Holding provided more details on its proposed 100MWh modular solid-state battery plant in Baytown, Texas, supported by a local economic development LOI. Tech for Automotive Electronics: Seoul Semiconductor says its high-voltage opto-semiconductor tech has entered mass production with major automakers, targeting fewer driver components and lower power use in hybrids and EVs. Sales Watch (India): Maruti hit an all-time high with 2.42 lakh units in May, while Mahindra, Bajaj Auto, and VE Commercial Vehicles also reported strong growth. Supply Chain Pressure: Texas repair shops warn Middle East conflict could tighten lubricant supplies and raise prices, with knock-on effects for drivers.