Manoj Tiwary at Subaru Canada on digitalisation, data platforms and scaling solutions Subaru Canada has positioned AI and ML software as being central to its modernisation and transformation plan, with digital tools being introduced throughout the value chain. Manoj Tiwary explores the benefits such software can have in both finished vehicle and service part logistics. Automotive Logistics
The power of data, AI and digital transformation in the supply chain Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Digital Strategies North America 2025 brought together senior leaders from OEMs, suppliers and tech innovators to explore AI, data, automation and the future of connected supply chains. Now that the conference has finished, find out what these experts said about North America’s digital transformation in automotive logistics. Megan Kelly Emily Uwemedimo Charlie Blackie-Kelly Anushka Dixit
Subaru secures EV battery supply with Panasonic Energy Panasonic Energy will supply Subaru with lithium-ion batteries to power the battery EVs (BEVs) the Japanese carmaker will produce in the second half of this decade. The two companies are also opening a jointly owned battery factory in Oizumu in Japan’s Gunma prefecture. Marcus Williams
BEV adoption in North America will take ‘longer than thought’ The full-scale adoption of battery electric vehicles (BEVs) in the North American market will take longer than predicted, according to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA). Megan Kelly
How to democratise data and enable transparency in FVL Sharing data and knowledge in finished vehicle logistics, and across the wider automotive logistics sector, will be beneficial for OEMs and tier suppliers alike – but despite this, there is still a reluctance to break the industry norms and trust other parties with data and information. At this year’s Finished Vehicle Logistics North America conference, leaders from Ford, Subaru, VW and more spoke about why it’s necessary to break the status quo and democratise data to see effective results. Megan Kelly
FVL North America 2024 Day 1 wrap-up Join us inside the Finished Vehicle Logistics North America 2024 Gala Dinner as we break down the discussions from the day, including innovation in supply chain management, disrupting the status quo in FVL, integrating across divisions to improve visibility and efficienct, and building partnerships for long-term growth.
FVL North America 2024 Cocktail Reception wrap-up Join us inside the Finished Vehicle Logistics North America 2024 Cocktail Reception as we get revved up for the hottest topics in automotive logistics. Centred on discussions of disrupting the status quo of FVL in the region, we will hear about the innovation in supply chain management and transportation solutions, flexibility and the importance of partnerships and sustainability.
Baltimore port on the rebound after bridge collapse Trade at the US’ busiest vehicle handling port in Baltimore has been overshadowed since March 26 by the destruction of the Francis Scott Key bridge, which has disrupted the flow of vessel traffic in and out of the port. Marcus Williams
Speed to market is critical for affordable electric vehicles With more Chinese electric vehicle (EV) makers planning to launch products in the UK in 2024, the race is on for UK and European OEMs to make their mass-market ranges available as quickly as possible. The question is, can they catch up and how should they go about it, ask Vendigital’s Dom Tribe and Sheena Patel Sheena Patel Dom Tribe
Record month for Subaru imports through the Port of Vancouver USA The Port of Vancouver USA moved a record-breaking amount of Subarus in October this year, with more than 13,500 Japanese imports processed. Those imports included Crosstreks, Foresters, all-electric Solterras amongst other models. Marcus Williams
How Lisa Kline is balancing Subaru’s logistics and achieving success Lisa Kline was appointed as vice president of vehicle planning and logistics for Subaru of America in April, having climbed the ranks of the carmaker for the past eight years. She talks to Automotive Logistics about how she will lead the carmaker’s logistics team to more success through a balanced logistics and distribution network design, and through the power of saying ‘yes’ as Subaru’s “north star” to customers and long-standing logistics partners. Megan Kelly
Subaru expands partnership with Kinaxis to improve forecasting Subaru has expanded its partnership with supply chain management solutions provider Kinaxis to improve its demand forecasting, optimise inventory and increase operational efficiency. Megan Kelly
Lisa Kline moves to vehicle planning and logistics role at Subaru of America Subaru of America has appointed Lisa Kline as its vice-president of vehicle planning and logistics. She moves from her role as zone director with the carmaker and replaces Matt Ritter, who has taken over as regional vice-president of the eastern region for the carmaker. Marcus Williams
Matt Ritter now leading vehicle planning and logistics at Subaru of America Matt Ritter (pictured) has moved to new role at Subaru of America as vice-president of vehicle planning and logistics (VP&L). He replaces Troy Poston who moved in April to a new role as eastern regional vice-president at the company. Marcus Williams
