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US tariff trackersView more

Trump's tariff moves

From "Liberation Day" to August 1: What changed and when

Interactive tariff map

US tariff changes: Visual map of key trade rates

OEM strategy before and after tariffs

Actions taken by OEMs to curb effects of tariffs

Latest newsView more

US battery localisation

Ford begins local battery cell production at BlueOvalSK in Kentucky

Ford has started production of battery cells at one of its joint venture BlueOvalSK plants in Glendale, Kentucky.

Marcus Williams

AI and automation focus

Binu Panicker takes over as RPM’s chief technology officer

Binu Panicker has been appointed chief technology officer (CTO) at finished vehicle technology provider RPM. Panicker moves from his role as CTO at FreightVerify, provider of transport visibility software and services.

Marcus Williams

Trade negotiations and disputes

US and EU trade deal details: How auto industry will be affected

The US and the European Union (EU) have revealed the details of the trade framework agreed to last month, while other regions file disputes against US tariffs.

Megan Kelly

In-focus: Lean logisticsView more

Top 10 round-up

Lean machine: Top 10 Red Sofas on lean logistics

From multimodal innovation to AI-powered control towers, industry leaders share practical strategies for driving leaner, more resilient logistics operations – and reveal why efficiency is as much about mindset as it is about technology.

Upskilling and training at Audi

How Audi strengthens its supply chain: The key role of employee resilience

Times are volatile. But the challenges facing logistics and supply chains can be overcome if teams are accustomed to dealing with adversity. Practitioners share how employees can become more resilient in times of crisis.

Recognising regional success

Nissan awards logistics partners and calls to go ‘full speed ahead’

Supply chain and aftersales logistics leads in the Americas, Chris Styles and Darrin Lucas, stressed the role that logistics will play in Nissan’s growth plan.

Executive profilesView more

Volkswagen builds a bridge for ASEAN’s auto supply chain from Malaysia

Gerardo de la Torre, Nissan

Nissan’s supply chain playbook for real-time resilience

Levent Yuksel, JLR

JLR accelerates sustainable logistics through alternative fuels, digital tools and close supplier collaboration

Features View more

Lean logistics, sustainability and compliance

From packaging regulation to innovation: How automotive logistics is rethinking packaging

With new regulation around packaging set to transform every step of the supply chain, from inbound parts to aftermarket service flows, the automotive industry is paying closer attention to an often overlooked aspect of the supply chain, packaging.

Megan Kelly

Risk management

Regional tariffs, trade deals, and what they mean for automotive logistics and supply chains

Automotive manufacturers and logistics providers face a shifting geopolitical and regulatory landscape as the US recalibrates trade relations with key vehicle- and parts-exporting nations.

Megan Kelly

EV subsidy tied to sustainability

UK’s £3,750 EV discount tied to supply chain emissions and battery production

The UK’s new £3,750 EV grant goes beyond tailpipe emissions, rewarding vehicles with low-carbon manufacturing and battery production. But with supply chain criteria still unclear, OEMs and logistics providers face major uncertainty ahead of key registration months.

Charlie Blackie-Kelly

Anushka Dixit

Analysis View more

Impact on FVL

South Korea tariff deal with US: What it means for automotive

The US and South Korea have agreed on tariffs of 15% for vehicle imports and automotive parts imports, replacing the previously threatened 25% rate. However, the US set tariffs of 50% on steel and aluminium imports, in line with the rest of the world.

Megan Kelly

Navigating trade policy shocks

Automotive logistics and supply chains in 2025: Tariff turmoil, investment uncertainty and further cost pressures

The automotive industry is reeling from the US’s hugely disruptive reset of the world economic order, and this will have profound ramifications for logistics providers around the world.

Daniel Harrison

US announces new tariff rates, delays implementation again

US president Donald Trump has again delayed tariffs on individual countries, extending the implementation deadline from today (1 August) until next week.

Megan Kelly

EventsView more

On the red sofaView more

Red Sofa interview

How automotive supply chains are building long-term digital capabilities

Christopher Ludwig explains how the industry is now investing in digital strategies, deeper collaboration and long-term resilience.

Automotive Logistics

Red Sofa interview

International’s Tony Stinsa on the realities of EV truck logistics

Director of inbound and finished vehicle logistics at International shares the logistical challenges in transporting electric commercial trucks and the innovations needed to move vehicles more sustainably.

Automotive Logistics

Red Sofa interview

Crafting luxury and moving with precision at Aston Martin

Martin Corner of Aston Martin explains how the company is stabilising its supply chain, improving data transparency and boosting efficiency while maintaining luxury quality.

Automotive Logistics

Business intelligence reportsView more

Download this comprehensive report with succinct industry analysis, market forecasts, company market share evaluations, and strategic recommendations

Download our latest 68-page business intelligence report the North American Automotive Logistics Market Report 2025-2035 to obtain clear insight into the outlook for the automotive logistics market and the leading companies operating within the market space.

Partner contentView more

The gateway to quality and security in Barcelona

Autoterminal Barcelona has installed an eGate system to securely and efficiently monitor trucks bringing finished vehicles in and out of the port, as well as provide detailed quality inspection of the vehicles being imported and exported.

Automotive Logistics

Shape up and ship out

ICL’s AutoLoad Planner helps carmakers and carriers get finished vehicles to market in good time and in the best condition by automating load building, optimising routes and improving visibility on available transport capacity.

Automotive Logistics

Vehicle Protection Structures: Hail and half of Georgia

Kia is about to benefit from a huge hail protection canopy from Vehicle Protection Structures that will also provide it with 10+ megawatts of clean energy at its West Point manufacturing plant in Georgia.

Automotive Logistics

Inbound logistics View more

Strategy for transparency

Overhaul acquires FreightVerify to increase visibility

In-transit supply chain risk management firm Overhaul has acquired visibility platform FreightVerify to increase end-to-end control and tracking of shipments.

Megan Kelly

Car parts at risk of double levy

US extends 50% steel and aluminium tariffs, driving auto supply chain risk

The US administration has extended the scope of 50% import tariffs for steel and aluminium goods, adding more than 400 additional items to the levy.

Megan Kelly

OEM plans US battery development

GM to import EV batteries from CATL despite tariffs

GM is planning to import EV batteries from Chinese battery producer CATL, despite the tariff of 30% on imports to the US from China.

Megan Kelly

Vehicle logisticsView more

DP World scales up

DP World expands Jebel Ali port vehicle capacity with new yard and quay

DP World is adding a 2.6m sq ft storage yard and 800m ro-ro quay at Jebel Ali’s Terminal 4, boosting capacity by 21% as vehicle flows through the port surge 28% in 2025.

Charlie Blackie-Kelly

Emily Uwemedimo

Strategic upgrade to US imports

McLaren invests in VPC at Baltimore port with Tradepoint Atlantic

McLaren partners with Tradepoint Atlantic to establish a 4,600 sq.m vehicle processing centre at Sparrow’s Point, streamlining North American distribution and value-added services.

Marcus Williams

China spurs finished vehicle realignment

Global supply chain adapts to booming sales of Chinese vehicles

China's auto exports gain momentum despite substantial headwinds, demonstrating outstanding flexibility in adapting to issues such as tariffs and demand fluctuations in target markets.

Vladislav Vorotnikov

Supply chain View more

Renault Group acquires Nissan’s stake in Chennai plant as part of global expansion push

Expanding Renault’s reach from India

Renault fully acquires Chennai plant from partner Nissan

Renault’s full acquisition of the Chennai plant reinforces the company’s international growth strategy – expanding local production, strengthening supplier ties and boosting exports from India.

Charlie Blackie-Kelly

Emily Uwemedimo

OEM continues investment plan

JLR profits halve due to US tariffs

JLR’s profits before tax almost halved in the second quarter of this year compared to the same time in 2024, down from £693m to £351m, with an EBIT margin of 4%, due to the impact of the US tariffs.

Megan Kelly

Commercial vehicle acquisition

Tata-Iveco charts a new $4.3bn global industrial map

Tata Motors will acquire Iveco Group’s commercial vehicle business for €3.8 billion, excluding its defence arm. The move aims to build a diversified global champion with combined revenues of €22 billion and a shared focus on sustainable mobility.

Ilkhan Ozsevim

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US tariff trackersView more

Volkswagen builds a bridge for ASEAN’s auto supply chain from Malaysia

US and EU trade deal details: How auto industry will be affected

VinFast secures funding for scaling operations

US extends 50% steel and aluminium tariffs, driving auto supply chain risk

From "Liberation Day" to August 1: What changed and when

US tariff changes: Visual map of key trade rates

Actions taken by OEMs to curb effects of tariffs

Latest newsView more

Ford begins local battery cell production at BlueOvalSK in Kentucky

Binu Panicker takes over as RPM’s chief technology officer

US and EU trade deal details: How auto industry will be affected

In-focus: Lean logisticsView more

Lean machine: Top 10 Red Sofas on lean logistics

How Audi strengthens its supply chain: The key role of employee resilience

Nissan awards logistics partners and calls to go ‘full speed ahead’

Executive profilesView more

Volkswagen builds a bridge for ASEAN’s auto supply chain from Malaysia

Nissan’s supply chain playbook for real-time resilience

JLR accelerates sustainable logistics through alternative fuels, digital tools and close supplier collaboration

Features View more

From packaging regulation to innovation: How automotive logistics is rethinking packaging

Regional tariffs, trade deals, and what they mean for automotive logistics and supply chains

UK’s £3,750 EV discount tied to supply chain emissions and battery production

Analysis View more

South Korea tariff deal with US: What it means for automotive

Automotive logistics and supply chains in 2025: Tariff turmoil, investment uncertainty and further cost pressures

US announces new tariff rates, delays implementation again

EventsView more

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Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain ASEAN

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Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Digital Strategies Europe

Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Europe

Finished Vehicle Logistics North America

Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Digital Strategies North America

On the red sofaView more

How automotive supply chains are building long-term digital capabilities

International’s Tony Stinsa on the realities of EV truck logistics

Crafting luxury and moving with precision at Aston Martin

Business intelligence reportsView more

Partner contentView more

The gateway to quality and security in Barcelona

Shape up and ship out

Vehicle Protection Structures: Hail and half of Georgia

Inbound logistics View more

Overhaul acquires FreightVerify to increase visibility

US extends 50% steel and aluminium tariffs, driving auto supply chain risk

GM to import EV batteries from CATL despite tariffs

Vehicle logisticsView more

DP World expands Jebel Ali port vehicle capacity with new yard and quay

McLaren invests in VPC at Baltimore port with Tradepoint Atlantic

Global supply chain adapts to booming sales of Chinese vehicles

Supply chain View more

Renault fully acquires Chennai plant from partner Nissan

JLR profits halve due to US tariffs

Tata-Iveco charts a new $4.3bn global industrial map