Supply Chain Planning
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Company Content
Non-asset-based vehicle logistics services guarantee well-timed and flexible delivery
This whitepaper, created in collaboration with RPM, explores how non-asset-based vehicle logistics services enable OEMs to improve delivery speed, flexibility, and service quality, outlining how data-driven planning, dynamic carrier selection, and scalable capacity help carmakers meet rising demands for fast, transparent vehicle distribution.
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Analysis
UK carmakers get tariff relief in US deal, capped at 100,000 cars
US-UK trade deal reduces tariffs on cars, steel and aluminium with immediate effect, offering some relief for carmakers – but further details remain unclear.
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News
Automotive Logistics launches ASEAN event in Singapore
Explore EVs, digitalisation and logistics trends at ALSC ASEAN in Singapore – a key event for the automotive supply chain.
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Interview
Seat’s Enric Brau wants logistics to be bold in digitalisation, AI and upskilling
Enric Brau, who replaced Enric Martí, is building on Seat’s data and AI logistics strategy to expand EV output, be more resilient and meet customer demands.
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News
Stellantis opens $64m Mopar PDC in New York
Stellantis opens $64m Mopar PDC in New York to improve service, automate storage and localise its US supply chain.
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Feature
Reengineering vehicle logistics to withstand uncertainty
VW, GM, Nissan and more tackle vehicle logistics at FVL North America 2025 amid tariffs, electrification and the growing need for resilience.
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Feature
Top 10 Red Sofa interviews with logistics digitalisation experts
From AI to data strategy, explore key takeaways on supply chain digitalisation from 10 leading automotive voices on the Red Sofa.
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News
Changan teams with Kuehne+Nagel for European battery logistics
Kuehne+Nagel will support Changan’s EV spare parts and battery logistics across key European markets via its Helmond hub.
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News
US auto part tariffs hit, Ford warns of $1.5bn in losses
US auto part tariffs spark supply chain disruption; Ford withdraws outlook, forecasts $1.5bn impact amid uncertainty.
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Feature
Nissan to exit Wuhan plant as China woes deepen
Nissan’s retreat from Wuhan by 2026 signals a broader struggle to compete in China’s cutthroat EV market.
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Analysis
US eases tariff stacking for carmakers and parts suppliers
Trump offers tariff rebates to carmakers and limits stacking on steel and aluminium duties for imports.
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Feature
Thailand’s automotive supply chain challenges and opportunities for competitiveness in ASEAN
Weak demand, US tariffs and slowing EV growth are challenging Thailand’s auto sector, but new incentives may revive competitiveness.
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News
Audi localises Q7 SUV production in Malaysia to bolster regional supply chain resilience
Audi strengthens its South-East Asia supply chain with the first local assembly of the Q7 SUV in Malaysia, targeting 5,000 units annually.
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Analysis
Opinion: Cost pressure and trade wars hit auto logistics
As Trump’s tariff policy bites, logistics providers face rising costs, trade reroutes and weakened confidence in US stability.
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Analysis
Improving logistics with data: silos, risk and security
Discover how OEMs use data to boost supply chain visibility, meet regulations and mitigate risk across global automotive networks.
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News
US port fees on China-built car carriers will hike auto import costs
The American Association of Port Authorities said the charges will drive up costs and make cars more expensive for US customers.
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Analysis
US-China tariff conflict escalates; rare earth materials suspended
China halts rare earth exports as tariffs rise to 245% in US-China trade war, putting pressure on automotive and EV supply chains.
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Analysis
The impact of tariffs on Mexico and Canada’s auto supply chain
Detroit’s Big Three may lose $42bn and 6.8m units from new US tariffs, with compounding effects on cross-border supply chains.
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Video
Red Sofa | Ben Shain on improving logistics visibility at Nissan
Ben Shain of Nissan North America shares logistics insights on network performance, data analysis and carrier collaboration.
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Video
Red Sofa | International’s Tony Stinsa on EV truck delivery challenges
Tony Stinsa of International discusses how EV truck logistics must evolve to match design, range, charging and infrastructure needs.