Chinese-vehicle ban push: A major auto lobby group urged U.S. lawmakers to pass a Chinese vehicle, software and hardware ban before year-end, warning subsidized, connected cars could soon reshape the U.S. market. Volkswagen restructuring: VW’s supervisory board approved a further 50,000 job cuts (total 100,000) and said four German plants may lack guaranteed production into the 2030s as it targets higher margins amid tariff and China pressure. EV safety milestone: ANCAP awarded 5-star ratings to the Leapmotor B05 and Geely EX2 under tougher new stages, highlighting stronger crash protection and crash-avoidance performance in the affordable EV segment. BMW recall: BMW recalled 189,130 3-, 5- and 7-Series vehicles over a starter-motor fire risk tied to moisture-corroded starter relay contacts, with dealer replacement required. Canada rail investment: Alstom won a C$4.7B deal to build 313 VIA Rail passenger cars in Canada, plus a 15-year parts and technical support agreement. Robotaxi labor pressure: Uber’s president acknowledged labor pressure may have slowed autonomous rollout, while regulators and policy could determine whether robotaxis cut Uber out of the booking chain. Road safety & mobility: Canada launched Responsible Data Centre Development Principles, while local campaigns focused on safer driving in school zones and safer riding for motorcycle and tricycle users.