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Rivian exec confirms its software will form the basis of Volkswagen EVs, following joint venture

The EV company’s chief software officer, Wassym Bensaid, has revealed that Volkswagen will leverage Rivian’s software across all its upcoming vehicles. The announcement follows a $5 billion joint venture between the two companies.

Charlie Blackie-Kelly

Toyota is considering moving production of the GR Corolla from Japan to the UK

While the news is not yet official, sources say that Toyota will add an additional production line to its Burnaston plant to try and meet demand for the sports model. If the move goes ahead, production is expected to begin mid-2026.

Charlie Blackie-Kelly

Alliance members Mitsubishi and Nissan consider joint US production plant to mitigate tariff hikes

Mitsubishi has revealed that is has been talking to fellow Alliance member Nissan about joint production opportunities in the US. Details have not been released yet, but it may involve using already existing Nissan plants.

Charlie Blackie-Kelly

Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Europe: Recap blog

Follow our recap blog below for the key highlights and knowledge shared at ALSC Europe 2024. Even though the event is over, the insight doesn’t stop, and we will continue to update this blog with the most valuable insights, data and quotes from automotive experts discussing how to deliver a competitive edge, through reducing complexity, increasing flexibility and maximising capacity. Jump to key highlights:Dr Michael Nikolaides, BMW on market volatilityMartina Graser, Ford Europe on securing ocean-based capacityIza Kalinska, JLR, Sabine Isenbort, Ford Europe and Sonia Santos, Bosch on the Red SofaLevent Yuksel, JLR Red Sofa Interview and article on ‘win win’ opportunities for collaborationJean-Marc Carlicchi, Renault Group on the ‘new never-normal’Jean Christophe Deville, Toyota Motor Europe Red Sofa Interview and article on advantageous partnershipsOliver Bronder, VW Group Logistics keynote panel

Automotive Logistics

Trucker protest hits automotive shipments on US-Canada border

Last week’s driver protests on the US-Canadian border caused disruption to the movement of automotive parts and finished vehicles. As a consequence, some assembly plants in Canada and the US had to temporarily shutdown lines.

Marcus Williams

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Chandan Trehan of Bosch North America on failing correctly and ensuring digital fluency

Nissan and Stellantis supplier Marelli files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in the US

Rivian exec confirms its software will form the basis of Volkswagen EVs, following joint venture

Rare earth magnet shortage disrupts global auto production

Volvo Cars announces 3,000 redundancies as part of new lean plan

Toyota is considering moving production of the GR Corolla from Japan to the UK

Alliance members Mitsubishi and Nissan consider joint US production plant to mitigate tariff hikes

Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Europe: Recap blog

Trucker protest hits automotive shipments on US-Canada border

Mercedes-Benz opens sustainable battery logistics centre in Germany