UK carmakers get tariff relief in US deal, capped at 100,000 cars
US-UK trade deal reduces tariffs on cars, steel and aluminium with immediate effect, offering some relief for carmakers – but further details remain unclear.
Seat’s Enric Brau wants logistics to be bold in digitalisation, AI and upskilling
Enric Brau, who replaced Enric Martí, is building on Seat’s data and AI logistics strategy to expand EV output, be more resilient and meet customer demands.
Reengineering vehicle logistics to withstand uncertainty
VW, GM, Nissan and more tackle vehicle logistics at FVL North America 2025 amid tariffs, electrification and the growing need for resilience.
Top 10 Red Sofa interviews with logistics digitalisation experts
From AI to data strategy, explore key takeaways on supply chain digitalisation from 10 leading automotive voices on the Red Sofa.
US auto part tariffs hit, Ford warns of $1.5bn in losses
US auto part tariffs spark supply chain disruption; Ford withdraws outlook, forecasts $1.5bn impact amid uncertainty.
Nissan to exit Wuhan plant as China woes deepen
Nissan’s retreat from Wuhan by 2026 signals a broader struggle to compete in China’s cutthroat EV market.
US eases tariff stacking for carmakers and parts suppliers
Trump offers tariff rebates to carmakers and limits stacking on steel and aluminium duties for imports.
DSV expands global reach with DB Schenker deal
DSV finalises DB Schenker acquisition to enhance global network, meet supply chain demand and diversify from container shipping.
China’s reluctance to nearshore puts pressure on Russia’s automotive market
Russia’s auto sector faces setbacks as China hesitates to localise.
Thailand’s automotive supply chain challenges and opportunities for competitiveness in ASEAN
Weak demand, US tariffs and slowing EV growth are challenging Thailand’s auto sector, but new incentives may revive competitiveness.
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-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.
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.