EV Supply Chain & Thermal Management: Tata AutoComp is forming a JV with South Korea’s Jahwa Electronics to make low- and high-voltage PTC heaters for EVs and hybrids in India, aiming to localize critical thermal components as electrification ramps up. Trade & Auto Industry Policy: The USMCA review kicks off July 1, with automotive—Mexico’s top export—front and center as lawmakers weigh whether to extend the deal amid broader political friction. China Connected-Vehicle Security: US lawmakers introduced a bill to block Chinese connected vehicles from entering via Canada and Mexico, citing national security risks and pressure on US automakers. China Tech Experience: J.D. Power reports China’s tech experience index hit a record high, but execution quality slipped for the first time in four years, signaling “feature overload” limits. Safety & Enforcement: Colorado thefts are down sharply, including at Denver International Airport, while Wisconsin is using aerial speed checks in work zones to curb speeding and dangerous driving. Local Classics & Community: “Back to the Bricks” returns June 9 in East Tawas with ~250 classic cars, and Midwest Mopar in the Park draws thousands to Farmington this weekend.