Nearshoring | Automotive Logistics – Page 2
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AnalysisWhat “Liberation Day” tariffs mean for the automotive supply chain
New US automotive tariffs disrupt supply chains, raise costs, and spark global manufacturing and logistics realignment.
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FeatureFVL North America 2025: Recap blog
Follow our recap blog from FVL North America 2025 as OEMs, logistics providers, and tech leaders share insights on EV logistics, capacity and digitalisation.
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AnalysisThe auto tariff rollout – what happens when
Trump’s 25% auto tariffs hit April 2, disrupting the industry. Experts warn of supply chaos, plant shutdowns and soaring vehicle prices.
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NewsToyota delays battery plans in Japan and reviews BEV demand
Toyota is looking at how it can continue to grow its electric vehicle and battery business sustainably in Japan, while considering demand and the impact of material prices.
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AnalysisAutomakers race to beat the April 2 deadline in the US tariff countdown
Automakers race to reroute vehicles before 25% US auto tariffs hit on April 2, straining ports, logistics networks and cross-border supply chains.
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NewsToyota Circular Factory to supply UK aftermarket
Toyota is in set up phase at the first European circular factory located at its Burnaston plant in the UK, which aims to supply 120,000 recycled parts to the aftermarket.
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NewsHyundai to localise parts and boost US supply chain as part of $21 billion investment
The Hyundai Motor Group intends to invest $9 billion to increase annual US vehicle output to 1.2m units a year, with $6 billion to enhance parts, logistics and steel business.
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NewsOrbis opens packaging manufacturing plant in Texas
Orbis is opening a packaging production plant in Greenville, Texas that will make its full range of reusable totes and pallets for the automtoive sector.
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NewsKuehne + Nagel consolidates cross-dock services on US-Mexico border
Logistics provider Kuehne + Nagel has doubled capacity on its US-Mexico cross-dock serivces at a new facility in Laredo, Texas.
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NewsStellantis working with suppliers and dealers to mitigate tariff disruption
Stellantis is working with tier suppliers to move buffer parts stock to the plants in the US and collecting orders for production from dealers to speed vehicle deliveries.
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NewsAudi and BMW call for dismantling of trade barriers in North America
Audi and BMW are facing the prospect of 25% tariffs on vehicle exports from their plants in Mexico to the US and reviewing local content rules and pricing.
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FeatureAutomotive Logistics magazine – Spring 2025
This Spring Issue offers an in-depth analysis of the trends and innovations shaping the industry, with a focus on supply chain strategies and resilience, emissions control, packaging, European port review, digitalisation, EV localisation, European market overview, and more.
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InterviewVinFast’s logistics reinvention strategy powers its European expansion
With a commitment to 24-hour parts delivery and optimised ro-ro shipping, VinFast is enhancing its logistics profile across Europe and ASEAN to meet evolving customer needs.
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AnalysisTrump’s sanctions relief could revive Russia’s car industry
Trump’s Ukraine-Russia ceasefire deal could reshape automotive logistics, reopening Russia’s market to Western brands and reviving transit routes.
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NewsEuropean Commission signals retaliation on US steel and aluminium tariffs
This week sees the introduction of global US tariffs on steel and aluminium imports as the Trump administration seeks to bolster US production at the cost of a trade war.
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FeatureEurope’s EV supply chain shifts to nearshoring and localisation
Nearshoring and battery localisation are reshaping Europe’s EV supply chain as OEMs navigate costs, tariffs, and Chinese competition.
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FeatureALSC Europe 2025: Recap blog
Join us for coverage of Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Europe 2025, where industry leaders discuss collaboration, innovation and technology in automotive logistics.
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VideoALSC Europe 2025 - Highlights video
Watch the highlights from our 22nd annual Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Europe 2025
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VideoALSC Europe 2025: Conference Day 2 wrap-up
Christopher Ludwig shares insights into Day 2 at ALSC Europe…
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VideoALSC Europe 2025: Conference Day 1 wrap-up
Proactive strategies and collaboration take center stage at ALSC Europe