# Aug. 19, 2026 | Canada tariff standoff continues; inside LG Energy Solution’s battery pivot

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Podcast: [Automotive News Daily Drive](https://stenobird.com/podcast/automotive-news-daily-drive-58649)
Published: 2026-08-19T17:00:00+00:00
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The U.S.-Canada trade standoff continues after President Donald Trump delays tariffs. Backup camera recalls pile up. Plus, LG Energy Solution North American President Bob Lee explains how a former General Motors joint venture plant is leading the company’s pivot toward energy storage.

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