Scout Motors to base new HQ in Charlotte, NC as construction of SC production centre underway Scout Motors is to build a new $206m HQ in Charlotte, North Carolina, with construction of a new $2bn+ production centre in Blythewood, South Carolina already underway. James McLoughlin
Nexperia confirms ongoing disruption despite China’s relaxed export controls Nexperia has confirmed that, despite China reversing export controls, tensions between its Dutch and Chinese entities continue to disrupt its supply chain operations. James McLoughlin
Daimler Truck launches My PartsHub to improve service parts distribution Daimler Truck is launching a new platform for digital parts procurement called My PartsHub, replacing its previous Daimler Truck WebParts online portal. Marcus Williams
Toyota to invest $10bn in US operations over five years as battery manufacturing plant opens in North Carolina Toyota will invest $10bn in its US operations over the next five years, following the opening of a new Toyota battery plant in Liberty, North Carolina. James McLoughlin
Hyundai shipping Staria CKDs for assembly in Malaysia Hyundai has begun localised production of its Staria MPV at the joint venture Kulim plant it operates with contract manufacturer Inokom in Malaysia. Marcus Williams
China lifts export ban following Trump-Xi meeting, allowing flow of Nexperia chips to resume China has reversed export restrictions on critical automotive semiconductors following a meeting between Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, though European manufacturers remain cautious about the speed and scope of the resumption. Ilkhan Ozsevim James McLoughlin
Renault partners with Geely in Brazil, explores working with Chery and others Renault Group confirmed on November 3 that it has “executed definitive agreements” with China-based automotive manufacturer Geely, extending the two companies’ “strategic cooperation” in Brazil. Meanwhile, reports claim the company is in talks with Chery and other automakers over similar partnerships. James McLoughlin
Inside BMW’s smart logistics strategy at Debrecen and Munich plants BMW is redefining automotive logistics with direct delivery systems, real-time tracking, digital twins and autonomous transport across its Debrecen and Munich plants. Nick Holt
Building an effective packaging strategy: how the right moves can cut costs, ensure compliance and improve sustainability In an on-demand livestream, experts from Honda, Cummins and Ckdpack spoke to Automotive Logistics about optimising packaging for automotive supply chains. James McLoughlin
Stellantis charts an agile course for service parts and aftersales logistics overhaul Overseeing one of the industry’s largest service parts and aftersales networks, James Parker Jr. of Stellantis is leading a multi-year transformation that fuses technology, consolidation and flexible delivery models to meet rising customer and market demands. Emily Uwemedimo
Rivian implements software to optimise parts logistics planning After signing an agreement with an optimisation company, Rivian is set to use optimisation software to “support the planning of parts logistics networks”. James McLoughlin
JLR shuts down global IT systems after cyber incident disrupts production JLR’s shutdown after a cyber incident spotlights the mounting vulnerabilities in automotive supply chains and the rising risk they pose. Emily Uwemedimo
Volkswagen builds a bridge for ASEAN’s auto supply chain from Malaysia Volkswagen Group Malaysia managing director Dr Susanne Lehmann speaks to Automotive Logistics about guiding the company’s regional strategy, using Malaysia as a base to build an integrated, future-ready footprint across South-East Asia, linked through enhanced logistics. Emily Uwemedimo Christopher Ludwig
JLR brings AI-driven quality control to major US Port Working with Israeli firm UVeye, JLR is deploying AI-powered inspection systems at key US entry points to build smarter, faster and more consistent automotive logistics while strengthening transparency, traceability and quality control across its supply chain. Emily Uwemedimo
Toyota plans manufacturing plant in Japan, despite US tariff impact Toyota has announced plans to acquire land to build a new vehicle manufacturing plant in the Teihoucho area of Toyota City in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. Megan Kelly
Nissan line integration in Thailand will be ready by September 2025 Restructuring of plant operations sees relocation of vehicle assembly and lines repurposed for logistics operations for domestic and regional markets. Marcus Williams
