It's August 5, 2026, and this is The Morning Shift — your daily roundup of the top automotive headlines from around the world, in one place. This is where you'll find the most important stories that are shaping the way Americans drive and get around. In this morning's edition, we're looking at GM's ties to China, and the United States' plans to stay China-free for batteries. The Morning Shift now has its own newsletter! For a roundup of automotive news in your inbox every morning, sign up here!