Capacity, consolidation and theft test North America's vehicle networks Record diesel prices, carrier consolidation, driver attrition and organised theft are uniting on finished vehicle logistics. At ALSC Global, experts from Ford, GM, Nissan, American Trucking Associations and Overhaul explained how they are keeping vehicles moving, and where the network is starting to crack. Anushka Dixit
GM to localise China-built models in Mexico from 2027 General Motors will begin domestic assembly of two of its best-selling Mexico-market models, both currently imported from China, at its Ramos Arizpe complex from 2027. The plan follows new Mexican duties on vehicles from non-FTA countries and US tariffs on vehicles built in Mexico. Emily Uwemedimo Marcus Williams
How supply chains are learning to flow with disruption As tariffs shift weekly and demand forecasts lose reliability, automotive supply chain leaders at ALSC Global 2025 revealed how they're replacing rigid planning with flexible frameworks, real-time data systems, and deeper collaboration. Anushka Dixit
Watch: GM’s Marcio Lucon on agility, packaging strategy and EV logistics transformation Marcio Lucon, executive director of global logistics and containers at General Motors, discusses how GM is embedding logistics early in decision-making, optimising packaging, adapting to EV growth and transforming aftersales supply chains. Automotive Logistics
How logistics has become key to GM’s growth and footprint GM's executive director Marcio Lucon highlights how smarter investments, a resilient network and strategic alignment are reducing risk and boosting results. Christopher Ludwig Emily Uwemedimo
A problem shared Packaging experts working across the automotive industry are continually looking for better visibility when tracking the container and its contents to the point of delivery and back. Tony Danby
