Opinion: Cost pressure and trade wars hit auto logistics
As Trump’s tariff policy bites, logistics providers face rising costs, trade reroutes and weakened confidence in US stability.
Improving logistics with data: silos, risk and security
Discover how OEMs use data to boost supply chain visibility, meet regulations and mitigate risk across global automotive networks.
US port fees on China-built car carriers will hike auto import costs
The American Association of Port Authorities said the charges will drive up costs and make cars more expensive for US customers.
US-China tariff conflict escalates; rare earth materials suspended
China halts rare earth exports as tariffs rise to 245% in US-China trade war, putting pressure on automotive and EV supply chains.
The impact of tariffs on Mexico and Canada’s auto supply chain
Detroit’s Big Three may lose $42bn and 6.8m units from new US tariffs, with compounding effects on cross-border supply chains.
Red Sofa | Ben Shain on improving logistics visibility at Nissan
Ben Shain of Nissan North America shares logistics insights on network performance, data analysis and carrier collaboration.
Red Sofa | International’s Tony Stinsa on EV truck delivery challenges
Tony Stinsa of International discusses how EV truck logistics must evolve to match design, range, charging and infrastructure needs.
Non-asset-based vehicle logistics services guarantee well-timed and flexible delivery
This whitepaper, created in collaboration with RPM, explores how non-asset-based vehicle logistics services enable OEMs to improve delivery speed, flexibility, and service quality, outlining how data-driven planning, dynamic carrier selection, and scalable capacity help carmakers meet rising demands for fast, transparent vehicle distribution.
Red Sofa | Nissan’s Todd Myers on finished vehicle optimisation
Nissan’s Todd Myers explains how network-wide planning and digital tools are improving vehicle logistics across North America.
Red Sofa | GM applies start-up agility to EV logistics strategies
GM’s Amy Paulsen shares how EV growth, agility and innovation are reshaping finished vehicle logistics at one of the world’s largest OEMs.
Red Sofa | Anu Goel on how VW is reshaping logistics for US-Mexico flows
VW’s Anu Goel reveals how regional thinking is cutting through tariff turmoil and transforming North America’s vehicle logistics.
Trade wars and tariff turmoil in automotive logistics
Trump’s auto tariffs hit global supply chains, with OEMs reacting fast across China, Mexico, Canada and the EU.
Finished Vehicle Logistics North America | Highlights
Watch all the highlights from #FVLNA 2025.
Europe hits back at Trump’s steel and aluminium tariffs
EU approves tariffs on $20bn of US goods over Trump’s steel and aluminium duties, effective 15 April.
USMCOC’s Zapanta unpicks auto tariffs and trade in Mexico and North America
As tariffs on parts loom, USMCOC’s president and CEO, Albert Zapanta, discusses tariffs, USMCA and supply chain shifts.
VW Group suspends vehicle shipments from Mexico to US
VW Group, including its Audi division, are suspending exports of vehilces made in Mexico to the US because of the new tariffs brought in last week.
JLR pauses US shipments in response to Trump tariffs
JLR pauses all US-bound shipments after Trump enforces 25% import tariffs on finished vehicles.
FVL North America 2025: Day two wrap-up
GM, Glovis and International tackle EV logistics and charging gaps in highlights from the final day of FVL North America 2025.
Tariffs to tech: Day 1 wrap from FVL North America 2025
From tariffs to transformation, FVL North America 2025 kicked off with strategies for agility, optimisation and collaboration in finished vehicle logistics.
FVL North America 2025: Welcome drinks reception
FVL North America 2025 opens in California with optimism, insights and strategies to navigate tariffs, tech and transformation.
