Supply chain managment
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Feature
Enric Martí on digital transformation at Seat Martorell
Seat Martorell’s logistics director Enric Martí on the carmaker’s transformation towards digitalisation and EVs
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News
UK budget aims to support EV sector but it’s not enough says SMMT
The UK government has announced a range of measures to support EV take up in the UK in its annaul Autumn Budget but it doesn’t go far enough says SMMT
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Feature
Mexican powerhouse poised to grow
Mexico’s booming tier one automotive sector, drives GDP growth, job creation and global supply chain dynamics amid evolving USMCA policies.
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Analysis
Automotive Logistics 2024 Systems & Software Survey results show stakeholder commitment to digital transformation
A new Automotive Logistics survey reveals how LSPs, OEMs and Tier suppliers are prioritising software upgrades to tackle interoperability and visibility challenges.
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Partner Content
Nearshoring in North America and the role of reusable packaging
Streamline North America’s automotive supply chain with nearshoring and reusable packaging, enhancing efficiency, reducing waste and boosting resilience with CHEP.
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News
Mercedes-Benz opens lithium battery recycling facility in Germany
Mercedes-Benz has opened a lithium battery recycling plant that uses an integrated mechanical-hydrometallurgical process to close the battery material supply loop.
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Feature
A matrix for dealing with disruption at VW Group of America
VW’s Paulo Monteiro highlights flexible logistics strategies to tackle supply chain disruptions at the Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global conference.
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News
Catena-X signs MoU with AIAG to expand data-sharing network in North America
The Automotive Industry Action Group has an agreement with Catena-X to act as its North American hub for the data-sharing automotive industry platform.
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Analysis
Positive global production and sales forecast, tempered by cautious North American and European outlook
Global automotive production sees growth, but North America and Europe face slower sales and capacity challenges amid shifting market dynamics and electrification trends.
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Feature
BMW embraces Design for Circularity to lead in sustainability
BMW’s Roberto Rossetti explains the carmaker’s Design for Circularity approach, which focuses on recycled materials, reduced parts and optimised disassembly
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News
Impact of Hurricane Milton on auto operations not as severe as Helene
Finished vehicle operations are returning to normal at terminals in Florida following Hurricane Milton but full operational assessments are still being made
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Feature
Stellantis moves supply chain from purchasing to manufacturing in leadership reshuffle
The carmaker has announced executive changes that include the supply chain and logistics organisation now reporting to manufacturing chief Arnaud Deboeuf
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News
GM doubles down on EV battery strategy in North America
GM’s battery lead Kurt Kelty revealed the carmaker’s new roadmap for battery development and said GM will add battery cell development facility in Michigan
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Interview
Jeffrey Morrison on General Motors vision for supply chain collaboration
GM’s shift to electrification is driving innovation and evolving supplier partnerships across automotive supply chains.
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News
BYD to share vessel capacity for vehicle shipments with Hyundai Glovis
The MoU is the latest in a number of alternative strategies carmakers are looking at with logistics providers to secure vehicle shipment capacity
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News
ALSC Digital Strategies Europe 2024 set to return to Munich
Join ALSC Digital Strategies 2024 in Munich—Europe’s top automotive logistics and supply chain conference. Gain insights and network
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Feature
Stellantis, GKN Automotive partner with logistics providers to mitigate disruption
North American automotive logistics is facing constant disruption, but Stellantis is partnering with providers and suppliers to de-risk the supply chain
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Video
Red Sofa Interview | Iván Dávila, Nissan on scaling automation in inbound logistics
Nissan’s Iván Dávila on optimising inbound logistics automation in the North American automotive supply chain
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Video
Red Sofa Interview | Sid Philar, Lucid Motors on forging win-win partnerships
Lucid Motors’ Sid Philar on building effective logistics partnerships, IT investments, leadership engagement, and trust in the automotive supply chain
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Video
Red Sofa Interview | GM’s Jeff Morrison on deepening partnerships with suppliers
GM’s Jeff Morrison discusses industry challenges, focusing on electrification, logistics innovation, supplier partnerships and sustainability in automotive supply chains