In the second and final portion of his interview with Automotive News’ Molly Boigon, U.S. Senate candidate Dr. Abdul El-Sayed discusses the future of safety and emissions standards, changing attitudes toward vehicle ownership and more.

Automotive News staff reporters Michael Martinez and Molly Boigon talk about the biggest news stories from the past week, including a portion of the U.S.-EU trade framework that could reshape safety and emissions standards. Plus, a look at how the UAW and Automotive News’ coverage of labor issues have evolved over the past century.

The European Commission says it would agree to remove tariffs on U.S. industrial goods to cut U.S. duties on European cars. Lana Payne is reelected president of Unifor. Plus, our own John Huetter and Paige Hodder discuss the new retail finance and insurance special section in Automotive News.

Mercedes-Benz wants the U.S. and Europe to lower auto tariffs. AAA’s director of automotive research Greg Brannon talks about how driver-assistance systems fare in traffic. Plus, the UAW encounters a speed bump in a vote in Kentucky.

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic candidate for U.S. Senate in Michigan, talks about his vision for a stronger American auto industry. Stellantis pays $190 million in U.S. fuel economy penalties. Plus, Automotive News journalists celebrate the publication’s 100th birthday with stories of some of the most influential figures they have covered in the industry.

Hyundai Motor Group is adding $5 billion of investments to its U.S. operations. California dealers sue Sony Honda over direct sales of Afeela electric vehicles. Plus, three industry experts scheduled to speak at Automotive News Congress 2025 discuss Chinese competition, the retail market and more.

Nissan Americas Chairperson Christian Meunier joins the show to talk about how the Japanese automaker hopes to win back customers with a fresh lineup and more powertrain options. A possible bombshell lies in the U.S.-EU trade framework. NHTSA probes more than 1.4 million Honda vehicles over engine failures.

Jennifer Safavian, CEO of Autos Drive America, reacts to the latest developments in trade talks between the U.S. and EU. Plus, the conclusion of Automotive News Staff Reporter Laurence Iliff’s interview with Tisha Johnson, Slate Auto’s head of design.

Automotive News’ Hannah Lutz, director of technology and innovation coverage, and Staff Reporter Michael Martinez discuss the biggest auto industry news stories from the past week, including a new trade framework between the U.S. and European Union and increasing uncertainty about the industry’s future.

Protective Asset Protection’s Rick Kurtz talks about how dealership finance and insurance offices can leverage the new tax deduction on auto loan interest. Industry groups react to the U.S. trade framework with the EU. Plus, the Jeep Cherokee is coming back with a hybrid powertrain.