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US tariffsView more

Live timeline updates

The US tariff timeline of trade tensions and tariff changes

Nearshoring and trade talks

New tariff rates set for EU, Canada and Mexico

Megan Kelly

Letters sent for tariff rates

Trump tariff deadline: When rates will be set and implemented

Megan Kelly

Latest newsView more

Geely pushes for stronger EU EV footprint

Geely Auto and Jameel Motors sign distribution agreement for Italy

A new partnership seeks to capitalise on Italy’s growing electric vehicle market through a new dealership and distribution network.

Emily Uwemedimo

Charlie Blackie-Kelly

DRIVE35 boosts UK automotive sector

UK Government set to invest £2.5 billion in auto industry over next decade

Part of the wider Industrial Strategy, the programme hopes to boost advanced manufacturing capabilities and reinforce electrification efforts.

Charlie Blackie-Kelly

Pressure at ports

Congestion builds, auto throughput declines at Antwerp-Bruges during tariff chaos

A build-up of containers and vehicles dwelling idle has caused congestion at the port of Antwerp-Bruges in the first half of the year, with a decrease in vessel movements.

Megan Kelly

In-focus: South-East AsiaView more

Export routes for Chinese vehicles

AD Ports looks at automotive logistics strategy with Ningbo Zhoushan

The partnership will expand ro-ro terminal capacity, support multimodal transport via the TransCaspian route and enhance visibility through digital platforms.

Deal could curb Chinese nearshoring

US-Vietnam trade deal: Impact on automotive sector

A new 20% tariff agreement reshapes US-Vietnam automotive trade, with implications for China and ASEAN strategies.

EV investment in ASEAN

CATL begins work on new battery plant in Indonesia

The $1.2 billion plant is part of a wider $6 billion EV-focused battery supply chain project announced by the Chinese tier-1 supplier in 2022.

Red Sofa | John Godfrey at Pirelli Tire on incorporating next-gen digital management systems

Features View more

GM, Nissan on FVL strategy

Engineering FVL: An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure

Engineering finished vehicle logistics has become a lot more complex and maintaining quality from factory to dealer forecourt depends on communication and transparency, according to speakers from GM and Nissan at this year’s FVL North America conference.

Marcus Williams

Zero emission vehicle logistics

Mercedes-Benz, BMW and Altmann strive to close gaps between ambition and reality

In a panel held to mark the 50th anniversary of European vehicle logistics providers ARS Altmann, and moderated by Automotive Logistics, logistics leaders spoke about the investment, policies and partnerships needed to reduce emissions, especially for rail and electric trucks.

Christopher Ludwig

Government support for the sector

An updated outlook for the UK auto industry at the International Automotive Summit 2025

Experts from Stellantis, Volvo Cars, JLR and more discussed key trends at the SMMT’s International Automotive Summit, including tariffs and trade deals, sustainability and electrification, and the UK’s new Industrial Strategy.

Charlie Blackie-Kelly

EventsView more

Executive profilesView more

“Do it right and in the right time,” Nissan’s De la Torre says, as he details the four-pillar strategy for real-time resilience across the Americas

Levent Yuksel, JLR

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

Dieter Braun, Audi

Dieter Braun on how Audi is turning supply chain motion into progress

Enric Brau, Seat

Seat’s logistics director Enric Brau wants to inspire boldness in digitalisation and electrification

Analysis View more

Renault blames 'sharp decline' in LCV market

Renault announces interim CEO Duncan Minto, issues profit warning

The group's CFO will be tasked with tackling difficult first half financial results in his new role as interim CEO of Renault Group.

Megan Kelly

Vehicle logistics strategy

How trade shifts are reshaping FVL strategies

Trade changes and tariffs are reshaping vehicle logistics routes and leading to delays, port congestion and compliance complexity. As OEMs strategically redesign their networks to gain opportunities from the chaos, communication with the FVL sector is key.

Megan Kelly

Analysis: EV market

OEMs pivot from US battery investments as EV incentives die out

Automakers pause US battery investments as government ends EV tax credits, impacting supply chains and market dynamics.

Megan Kelly

On the red sofaView more

Red Sofa interview

Nissan’s Gerardo de la Torre on using digital tools to improve supply chain visibility

Gerardo de la Torre, regional senior director of supply chain management at Nissan Group of the Americas, expands on his Keynote from day one, answering questions about how Nissan has impletmented its supplier visibility platform and how he foresees it developing.

Red Sofa interview

Anu Goel on how Volkswagen Group of America’s regional strategy is mitigating tariff disruption and transforming vehicle logistics

Simplified metrics, regional teamwork and agile tools: VW’s Anu Goel shares how logistics is powering resilience across borders, at this years’ FVL North America 2025 conference.

Red Sofa interview

Peter Hörndlein on how VW is building a more flexible, sustainable and future-ready vehicle logistics network

Peter Hörndlein outlines VW’s flexible logistics strategy, from tackling disruption to investing in sustainable transport solutions.

Event coverage View more

ALSC Digital Strategies 2025

Recap blog: The power of data, AI and digital transformation in the supply chain

FVL North America 2025

Recap blog: Creating a faster, agile, more competitive vehicle supply chain

ALSC Europe 2025

Recap blog: Co-creating an agile, win-win automotive supply chain

Business intelligence reportsView more

European Automotive Logistics Market Report 2025-2035

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

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

ARS Altmann expands vehicle logistics capacity with Ravenna and Civitavecchia port terminals

ARS Altmann is enhancing multimodal vehicle logistics across Europe with port and terminal expansion in Italy, and vertical integration with its rail network.

Automotive Logistics

Automotive Inbound Logistics Survey 2025

The Automotive Inbound Logistics Survey 2025, in partnership with DP World, explores automotive inbound logistics, diving deep into the pertinent issues around tariffs, costs, digitalisation, and investment. Join the survey, win a prize, and gain access to vital insights on the challenges, constraints, and opportunities the sector faces.Take the survey

Inbound logistics View more

Skoda begins Kushaq sales in Vietnam from CKD imports

India-to-Vietnam parts flow

Skoda begins Kushaq sales in Vietnam using CKD imports

The CKD kits will be shipped from the automaker's Indian plant, with some parts coming from Europe.

Marcus Williams

Localised parts production for Chinese EVs

First NEV-focused reduction drive produced by ZF for Chinese market

The electric reducer has been wholly designed and manufactured locally, and is tailored for the domestic market.

Charlie Blackie-Kelly

Strengthening semiconductor supply

Continental to make its own chips with GlobalFoundries

The tier one supplier has established a business unit called Advanced Electronics and Semiconductor Solutions and will be making the components in Europe and Asia.

Marcus Williams

Lean logistics View more

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.

Chris Löwer

European collaboration with Chinese OEMs

European FVL market faces AI regulation, tariffs and Chinese competition

Flat markets, geopolitical risk and digital transformation dominate the agenda at ECG’s 2025 Congress, as finished vehicle logistics leaders look to adapt, collaborate and globalise.

Megan Kelly

GM reorganises production footprint

GM commits $4bn to US, moves assembly from Mexico and Canada

GM will invest $4bn to expand vehicle production in Michigan, Kansas and Tennessee, shifting models from Mexico and Canada in a move that highlights localisation, EV growth and trade policy anticipation.

Ilkhan Ozsevim

Vehicle logisticsView more

Investment in greener terminals

BLG Logistics expands sustainable terminal capacity in Germany

Ahlhorn’s newly opened inland terminal and Kelheim’s solar-powered expansion mark the latest steps in BLG Logistics’ strategic growth in eco-efficient automotive logistics.

Marcus Williams

New North American vehicle yard

Amports expands vehicle storage capacity at Lázaro Cárdenas

The planned expansion seeks to enhance storage capacity and support growing OEM demand in Mexico’s automotive export corridor.

Marcus Williams

Red Sea conflict

IAF strikes hijacked Galaxy Leader car carrier

The sinking of the hijacked carrier marks a new phase in regional instability, amplifying concerns over the vulnerability of automotive shipping routes through the Red Sea.

Marcus Williams