Automotive Logistics magazine – Autumn 2026
The Automotive Logistics Autumn 2026 issue explores how the automotive industry can remain calm and competitive in a period of continued geopolitical disruption, trade uncertainty and market change. Through exclusive interviews, market analysis and event-led coverage, this edition examines how supply chains can move beyond firefighting towards greater resilience, stability and competitive advantage.
PURCHASE PRINT EDITION
In this issue, we explore the strategies being used by leading OEMs, logistics providers, technology companies and supply chain executives to strengthen operations in an increasingly unpredictable environment. From the changing flows through North American and European ports to digital transformation, regional sourcing and supply chain resilience, the Autumn edition examines the trends and decisions shaping the future of automotive logistics.
Key highlights include:
North American and European ports reviews
Our cover feature examines the latest logistics flows across key ports in North America and Europe, providing insight into how OEMs are using strategic routes and where improvements and investment are needed.
The North American review covers Baltimore, Benicia, Brunswick, Freeport, Hueneme, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, New York and New Jersey, San Diego and Vancouver, while the European review examines Bremerhaven, Drammen, Emden, Esbjerg, Hanko, Haropa, Piraeus, Tarragona and Tanger Med. Alongside the latest data, port operators provide their perspectives on the trends affecting vehicle logistics across these major gateways.
Digitalisation and operational transformation
This issue explores how companies are putting the right foundations in place to make digital transformation deliver lasting results.
At Volkswagen Chattanooga and Schnellecke, Riaan Steyn and Jacques Dixon explain how two years of standards, recruitment and frontline trust helped create the foundations for sustainable performance before further digitalisation. At Autoliv Americas, vice-president and head of IT Nitin Sethi outlines his strategy for moving IT from a back-office function to a strategic partner across supply chain and operations, with a focus on data, simplified systems, AI and measurable business outcomes.
Regionalisation and supply chain resilience
As automotive manufacturers respond to changing trade conditions and production requirements, regional and local sourcing is becoming increasingly important. Seat’s director of logistics, Enric Brau, explains how the company is bringing key suppliers closer to its production plants in Spain to create greater stability and respond to evolving production demands.
Across the wider issue, we examine how nearshoring, regionalisation and strategic supply chain planning can help companies navigate geopolitical uncertainty, changing trade flows and market volatility.
ASEAN supply chain transformation
Following our recent ASEAN livestream, we bring together insights from Bridgestone Asia Pacific’s Eric van Steen and Schaeffler Asia Pacific’s Tuan Vi on strengthening supply chain operations across the region.
The discussion explores digital transformation, evolving trade dynamics, regional infrastructure and the strategies needed to build more resilient, agile and competitive automotive supply chains across key ASEAN markets.
Geopolitics, trade and transport disruption
Our news and analysis section examines the forces creating uncertainty across automotive supply chains, from changing USMCA dynamics and cross-border logistics to geopolitical instability and shipping disruption.
We look at the impact of fluctuating fuel and container rates, vessel diversions, driver shortages and changing global trade patterns, alongside the implications of US heavy-duty vehicle emissions rules and their potential impact on automotive logistics in North America.
News, people and analysis
Stay up-to-date with the latest investments, leadership appointments, policy developments and market trends across the global automotive logistics sector. Our editorial team provides analysis of the decisions, technologies and strategies shaping supply chains across North America, Europe, the UK, ASEAN and beyond.
Additional features include:
Insights from leading OEMs, logistics providers, ports and technology companies
Guest contributions from Lucid and ECG
A roundup of the latest Red Sofa interviews from ALSC Europe, FVL North America, ALSC Digital Strategies North America and ALSC UK
Event-led coverage examining supply chain transformation across key automotive markets
Partner content from EVE International and DP World
A forward look at upcoming Automotive Logistics website, events, livestreams and the Winter 2026 edition
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