Tavares resignation prompts interim committee for leadership at Stellantis
Stellantis has now appointed a special committee led by John Elkann tasked with finding a replacement for its CEO “within the first half of 2025”.
Volkswagen workers in Germany launch warning strike
VW workers strike at 9 German plants, threatening supply chains amid cost cuts. Learn how logistics face delays from warning strikes.
Automotive logistics providers are experiencing increasing cost pressures
Automotive logistics providers face rising cost pressures as OEMs push for savings to sustain EV investment and stay competitive in 2024.
Sustainability at the heart of Mercedes-Benz global parts consolidation centre
Mercedes-Benz’s new ICC in Germany, opening in 2025, highlights sustainability with recycled materials, electric trucks, and rail transport.
JLR Reimagines sustainable seat foam with closed-loop logistics
JLR boosts sustainability with closed-loop logistics, pioneering circularity in eco-friendly seat foam production.
UK government to review EV plans, Stellantis closes Vauxhall plant
UK government fast-tracks EV mandate review as Stellantis closes Luton plant, amid challenges in electric vehicle supply and demand.
Trump’s tariff threats could upend North America’s auto supply chain
Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada risk disrupting nearshoring and the automotive supply chain across North America.
BMW to use hydrogen vehicles for in-plant logistics at Regensburg
From 2026 BMW will start using hydrogen-powered tugger trains and forklift trucks at Regensburg as part of its iFactory initiative.
Comau working on automated battery dismantling for EU’s Reinforce project
Industrial automation provider Comau is developing dismantling technology for recycling end-of-life batteries and stationary packs as part of the EU’s Reinforce project.
Peel Ports to invest £30m in ro-ro berth at Sheerness
Peel Ports is investing £30m in the development of a ro-ro berth and floating pontoon to boost throughtput at the UK port of Sheerness.
Daimler Truck begins eActros 600 etruck production in Wörth
Daimler Truck is making the Mercedes-Benz eActros 600 at Wörth using etrucks to deliver the parts from Gaggenau, Kassel and Mannheim.
European vehicle haulers under the lash from overnight VDI regulations
Car haulers and equipment makers in Europe are calling on OEMs and police for leniency in enforcing rules on load attachment.
Impact of Typhoon Kong-rey on automotive logistics
Typhoon Kong-rey caused major port congestion in East Asia, delaying automotive supply chains and highlighting the need for digital resilience.
VW contracts Unipart Signite for SAP UK warehouse management
Volkswagen Group has signed a two-year contract with Unipart Signite to support its SAP service parts warehouse management tool in the UK.
GKN achieves EcoVadis Gold sustainability rating
GKN Automotive achieves EcoVadis Gold rating, advancing from Silver in 2023 and Bronze in 2022, highlighting its sustainability commitment.
Pushing the limits of innovative and sustainable production at Audi
Explore how Audi is advancing innovative and sustainable production methods in the automotive industry.
Hyundai appoints Jose Muñoz as new global CEO
Jose Muñoz becomes Hyundai’s global CEO in 2025, leading its electrification and hydrogen strategy while driving growth and competitiveness worldwide.
Brunswick port records ro-ro volume increases to October
The US port of Brunswick has increased finished vehicle and rolling equipment volumes following a major expansion of infrastructure.
Investment in nearshoring continues in Mexico’s automotive supply chain
Despite tariff concerns, investments in nearshoring remain strong in Mexico’s automotive supply chain, driving expected growth for 2025.
Toyota announces $1.4 billion investment in Mexico
Toyota commits $1.4 billion to expand its Mexico factories for its Tacoma truck and hybrid models, reinforcing its role in US-Mexico nearshoring.
