June 12, 2026 | The week’s top stories and Magna’s Swamy Kotagiri on investment, EVs, USMCA

June 12, 2026 | The week’s top stories and Magna’s Swamy Kotagiri on investment, EVs, USMCA

June 12, 2026 · 21 min

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The episode covers top automotive stories including BYD's hiring, Ineos's expansion, and features an interview with Magna's CEO Swamy Kotagiri discussing investment and electric vehicles.

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.

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Guest: Swamy Kotagiri

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Organizations: BYD, Ineos, Magna, USMCA

Places: China

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