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Wooden parts packaging: Getting the bugs out of the system

2025-06-02T10:18:00+01:00By

Solid wood packaging and pallets used for international parts shipments need to comply with strict phytosanitation rules and failure to do so can be costly.

Tony Stinsa Red Sofa

Top 10 Red Sofa interviews with EV and battery logistics experts

2025-05-27T11:41:00+01:00By

Experts from GM, Nissan, Volkswagen Group and more share their insight into the most critical trends in EV and battery logistics.

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Ceva Logistics using Stradot robots to move cars in France

2025-05-23T17:24:00+01:00By

Ceva Logistics will start using two automated straddle conveyors from Stradot to move vehicles at its vehicle distribution yard in Nanteuil-le-Haudouin from September.

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Toyota leads OEM supplier relations as Ford loses ground

2025-05-22T07:00:00+01:00By

Toyota, Honda and GM improve supplier relations as Ford and Stellantis fall further in North America’s OEM rankings.

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Using data to tackle tariffs and trade fluctuations

2025-05-21T15:29:00+01:00By

Experts reveal how digital data tools help auto supply chains stay resilient amid tariffs, regulation and geopolitical shifts.

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Chinese EV battery maker CATL to raise $4bn on HKEX for Debrecen plant

2025-05-16T15:10:00+01:00By

CATL to raise $4bn via Hong Kong listing to support construction of its Debrecen EV battery gigafactory in Hungary.

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Automotive Logistics launches ASEAN event in Singapore

2025-05-08T08:28:00+01:00By

Explore EVs, digitalisation and logistics trends at ALSC ASEAN in Singapore – a key event for the automotive supply chain.

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Top 10 Red Sofa interviews with logistics digitalisation experts

2025-05-07T13:28:00+01:00By

From AI to data strategy, explore key takeaways on supply chain digitalisation from 10 leading automotive voices on the Red Sofa.

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US auto part tariffs hit, Ford warns of $1.5bn in losses

2025-05-06T15:47:00+01:00By

US auto part tariffs spark supply chain disruption; Ford withdraws outlook, forecasts $1.5bn impact amid uncertainty. 

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US eases tariff stacking for carmakers and parts suppliers

2025-05-02T13:53:00+01:00By

Trump offers tariff rebates to carmakers and limits stacking on steel and aluminium duties for imports.

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US-China tariff conflict escalates; rare earth materials suspended

2025-04-17T15:59:00+01:00By and

China halts rare earth exports as tariffs rise to 245% in US-China trade war, putting pressure on automotive and EV supply chains.

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Finished Vehicle Logistics North America | Highlights

2025-04-11T07:05:00+01:00By

Watch all the highlights from #FVLNA 2025.

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Day 2 wrap from FVL North America 2025

2025-04-11T05:15:00+01:00By

Christopher Ludwig, chief content officer at Automotive Logistics, wraps up the second day of sessions at Finished Vehicle Logistics North America 2025. From regional strategies to VIN-level visibility, he reflects on how the sector is reimagining itself in the face of continuous disruption, evolving partnerships and rising quality expectations.

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Tariffs to tech: Day 1 wrap from FVL North America 2025

2025-04-05T17:09:00+01:00By

From tariffs to transformation, FVL North America 2025 kicked off with strategies for agility, optimisation and collaboration in finished vehicle logistics.

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FVL North America 2025: Welcome drinks reception

2025-04-05T17:07:00+01:00By

FVL North America 2025 opens in California with optimism, insights and strategies to navigate tariffs, tech and transformation.

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Stellantis announces temporary layoffs in North America following US tariffs

2025-04-04T13:21:00+01:00By

Following the enforcement of 25% US tariffs Stellantis is pausing production at plants in Canada and Mexico and laying off 900 staff at plants in the US for the short-term.

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Global auto companies assess odds stacked against them by US tariff policy

2025-04-04T11:31:00+01:00By and

The latest US tariffs on vehicle imports and the anticipated tariffs on parts next month could reshape international trade and transport for the automotive sector.

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FVL North America 2025: Recap blog

2025-03-31T15:33:00+01:00By , and

Follow our recap blog from FVL North America 2025 as OEMs, logistics providers, and tech leaders share insights on EV logistics, capacity and digitalisation.

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Hyundai to localise parts and boost US supply chain as part of $21 billion investment

2025-03-27T13:16:00+00:00By

The Hyundai Motor Group intends to invest $9 billion to increase annual US vehicle output to 1.2m units a year, with $6 billion to enhance parts, logistics and steel business.

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