EV & Battery | Automotive Logistics – Page 5
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NewsToyota announces $1.4 billion investment in Mexico
Toyota commits $1.4 billion to expand its Mexico factories for its Tacoma truck and hybrid models, reinforcing its role in US-Mexico nearshoring.
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NewsNo alternative but to close Brussels plant in 2025 says Audi
Audi is closing its troubled Brussels plant in February next year after the failure to find a viable investor and low demand for the Q8 e-tron.
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VideoALSC Mexico 2024: Conference Day 1 wrap-up
Key strategies for managing supply chain complexity discussed at ALSC Mexico 2024: AI, digitalisation and policy reform.
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NewsFord cuts hours at Cologne plant as EV demand plummets
Ford is imposing a short-time working rule at its Cologne plant because of significantly lower-than-expected demand for EVs.
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VideoALSC Mexico 2024: Drinks reception wrap-up
The automotive logistics industry and supply chain gathers to discuss nearshoring, digitalisation, the impact of the recent elections in bpth Mexico and the US and more…
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FeatureRecap blog: ALSC Mexico 2024
Stay with us for real-time updates on critical trends like international trade, localisation strategies, supply chain software, organisational culture, automotive packaging, inventory management and more.
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Partner ContentThe end-to-end in sight
DP World’s automotive logistics head, David D’Annunzio, shared his vision on navigating EV transitions, enhancing aftermarket support and building resilient, transparent supply chains.
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FeatureEnric Martí on digital transformation at Seat Martorell
Seat Martorell’s logistics director Enric Martí on the carmaker’s transformation towards digitalisation and EVs
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NewsUK budget aims to support EV sector but it’s not enough says SMMT
The UK government has announced a range of measures to support EV take up in the UK in its annaul Autumn Budget but it doesn’t go far enough says SMMT
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FeatureMorocco becomes largest vehicle exporter to EU
Morocco now leads automotive exports to the EU, surpassing China and Japan. With robust logistics and rising production, North Africa gains momentum.
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NewsVolkswagen to close plants, lay off staff and cut wages in Germany
VW is aiming to close three plants in Germany, make wider redundancies and cut pay by 10% in its industrial heartland to try and gain back competitiveness
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NewsMercedes-Benz opens lithium battery recycling facility in Germany
Mercedes-Benz has opened a lithium battery recycling plant that uses an integrated mechanical-hydrometallurgical process to close the battery material supply loop.
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NewsStellantis and LG Energy Solution begin battery production in Canada
Stellantis’ battery-making joint venture with LG Energy Solution – NextStar Energy – has started initial production at its gigafactory in Windsor, Ontario.
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NewsRPM appoints Frits Mehrtens to lead European growth amid industry shifts
RPM Freight Systems appoints Frits Mehrtens as managing director for Europe, aiming to expand operations and navigate challenges in finished vehicle logistics
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FeatureVolkswagen de Mexico’s strategic logistics overhaul for the EV transition
Volkswagen de Mexico is focusing on EV production in North America, enhancing logistics with AI and predictive analytics for a resilient supply chain.
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FeatureCollaboration drives digital change in CATL's battery logistics
CATL’s Aleksej Kruekov talk about challenges in digitalising battery logistics and the EV supply chain while solving data silos and interoperability
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NewsDräxlmaier to use first MAN electric truck for Porsche battery deliveries
Dräxlmaier is using the first etruck from MAN Truck & Bus for battery deliveries to the Porsche Leipzig plant in Germany for the Macan Electric model.
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NewsBMW using etrucks for inbound battery deliveries to Leipzig plant
BMW is using two fully electric trucks operated by Rudolph Logistik Gruppe to move battery cells and modules to its Leipzig plant in Germany.
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FeatureA matrix for dealing with disruption at VW Group of America
VW’s Paulo Monteiro highlights flexible logistics strategies to tackle supply chain disruptions at the Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global conference.
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AnalysisPositive global production and sales forecast, tempered by cautious North American and European outlook
Global automotive production sees growth, but North America and Europe face slower sales and capacity challenges amid shifting market dynamics and electrification trends.