Automotive Logistics magazine – Winter 2025
The Automotive Logistics Winter 2025 issue delves into how the automotive supply chain is transforming to become more resilient, agile, and future-ready amid ongoing disruption. Featuring exclusive insights on parts and service logistics, digitalisation, compliance, and regional growth in ASEAN and Mexico, this essential edition equips logistics leaders with the knowledge to navigate evolving challenges and seize new opportunities.
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In this issue, we spotlight industry leaders and innovators who are reshaping logistics through technology, strategic consolidation, and agile operations. From Stellantis’ bold reengineering of parts distribution to the emerging manufacturing hubs in Vietnam and Mexico, these stories offer a comprehensive view of how supply chains are adapting to geopolitical shifts, regulatory pressures, and market volatility.
Key highlights include:
Parts and service logistics transformation
James Parker Jr., Senior Vice-President of Global Parts and Service at Stellantis, shares how he is steering one of the industry’s largest service parts networks through a five-year transformation. From lean logistics principles to a cutting-edge “megahub” distribution centre in Metro Detroit, Parker outlines how Stellantis is injecting agility into its parts availability amid market shifts.
Digital strategies and lean logistics
Highlights from the 25th ALSC Global conference reveal how OEMs like GM, Nissan, Lucid, and Bosch are leveraging AI-enabled control towers, lean packaging, and enhanced visibility to build supply chain resilience. Our editor’s note explores key conversations shaping tomorrow’s logistics operations.
Regional market focus: ASEAN and Mexico
Gain deep insights into Vietnam’s expanding manufacturing base and emerging EV exports following our new ALSC ASEAN conference in Singapore. Plus, discover how Mexico is navigating tariff uncertainties and positioning itself as a global manufacturing hub amid USMCA developments.
News, people, and analysis
From billion-dollar investments in US manufacturing to leadership changes at Mercedes-Benz, Renault Trucks, and DSV, stay up-to-date on major industry moves. In-depth analysis examines North American tariff impacts, vehicle production forecasts, and ASEAN market dynamics.
Additional features include:
- BMW’s iFactory logistics innovation at Debrecen and Munich
- Expert insights on AI-enabled control towers driving supply chain transparency
- The inaugural Automotive Inbound Logistics Survey results and strategic analysis
- Red Sofa interviews with Mazda, GM, Rivian, BMW, and others on resilience and digitalisation
- Forward-looking perspectives setting the stage for 2026
Partner insights
DP World’s Glen Hilton outlines how comprehensive logistics services support Southeast Asia’s EV makers, including critical battery supply chains.
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