China brands eye JVs, output; GM Oshawa’s future; and Honda Element’s comeback. Plus, Unifor President Lana Payne sets the table for the 2026 contract talks between her union and the Detroit 3 automakers.

China brands eye production; the USMCA case for Canada; and Honda’s warning. Plus, Toyota Canada Director of Corporate Strategy and External Affairs Scott MacKenzie on electrification, powertrains, Canadian production, affordability, USMCA and more.

BYD is hiring; Ineos is expanding; and Trump downplays USMCA. Plus, Magna CEO Swamy Kotagiri on capital investment, electric-vehicle volume shortfall, Chinese automakers, and how Magna is preparing for a renegotiated USMCA.

Linamar’s cobot bet; Mazda’s price cuts; and $122M in EV rebates. Plus, Hyundai Auto Canada CEO Steve Flamand talks record May sales, promotions, Genesis, electrification, tariffs and more.

A bridge to benefit auto; Hope for Stellantis Brampton; Honda halts Ridgeline. Plus, Director of Lexus Canada Martin Gilbert talks Lexus sales, the luxury market, electrification, the Lexus ES, sedans, and more

Nissan eyes China exports; Tech’s effect on pricing; VW Canada expansion. Plus, Automotive Parts Manufacturers’ Association President Flavio Volpe talks about the need for the Gordie Howe International Bridge to open. It’s a key link in the North American automotive supply chain.

Honda’s cancelled EV plans; AutoCanada earnings dip; Chinese automakers’ market entry. Plus, Mazda North American Operations Director of Vehicle Safety Jennifer Morrison on safety features, how they become standard equipment, and at what cost, and how AI is integrated into safety development.

Chinese EVs are closer; Honda halts $15B plan; Tesla’s cheap Model 3 Plus, Infiniti Canada Managing Director Ken Hearn talks about the QX65, tariffs, the brand’s expanding lineup, affordability, and more.