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US-China trade negotiations

Trump and Xi’s Kuala Lumpur meeting sees US-China tariff breakthrough, fuels rare earth hope for auto sector

Trump and Xi agree on US-China tariff reduction and rare earths supply

Nearshoring

American Axle & Manufacturing receives tax break for $133m investment in Michigan facility upgrades, after site prioritised over facility in Mexico

American Axle & Manufacturing gets tax break for $133m investment in Michigan site

Mtra. Vianey De la Mora García, AMF

That's a wrap on ALSC ASEANView more

Experts discuss building resilient, digital and competitive supply chains at ALSC ASEAN

At ALSC ASEAN, automotive logistics experts discussed how firms can build resilience and embrace digitalisation to stay competitive in south-east Asia.

ALSC ASEAN 2025 brings the industry together in Singapore

Watch the highlights video from the inaugural Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain ASEAN conference in Singapore.

Volkswagen builds a bridge for ASEAN’s auto supply chain from Malaysia

Volkswagen Group Malaysia managing director Dr Susanne Lehmann shares about the company’s regional strategy, using Malaysia as a base.

Executive profilesView more

Mexico’s automotive growth drives new momentum for rail

James Parker Jr., Stellantis

Stellantis charts an agile course for service parts and aftersales logistics overhaul

Marcio Lucon, GM

How logistics has become key to GM’s growth and footprint

In-focus: MexicoView more

EV & battery

EV charging firm plans first US-Mexico electric freight route

EV charging infrastructure company Greenspace E-Mobility has announced plans to create the first binational electric freight route between the US and Mexico.

Compliance

AIAG provides forced labour guidance for Mexican automotive supply chains

The Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) has released guidance on forced labour requirements in Mexico for the automotive industry.

Mexico market analysis

Nearshoring and negotiations: Trends in Mexico's automotive supply chains

US tariffs have forced firms to reimagine their supply chains in Mexico, with nearshoring and freight consolidation key trends ahead of the 2026 USMCA review.

On the red sofaView more

Mazda's John Rich shares developments in AI, machine learning and data integration in automotive supply chains

John Rich, manager of data analytics & AI programmes at Mazda, discusses AI, machine learning and maximising the end-to-end impact of these technologies on the automotive sector.

BMW's Dr Ulrich Wieland on building flexible, resilient and collaborative automotive supply chains

Dr Ulrich Wieland, vice president production control, logistics, material control at BMW, discusses strategies for resilience, the benefits of localisation and how open communication with suppliers can improve operations.

Rivian's Dan Schwartz on providing an "Amazon-like experience" for EV service parts logistics

Dan Schwartz, senior director, global distribution operations - commercial at Rivian, discusses how service parts logistics differ for EVs and ICE vehicles, as well as what distinguishes Rivian from traditional OEMs.

US tariff trackersView more

Trump's tariff moves

From "Liberation Day" to today: What changed and when

The US election outcome triggers uncertainty for automotive logistics, with tariffs, trade wars, and supply chain risks ahead.

Regional tariff tracker

US tariff changes: Visual map of key trade rates

Recent trade deals have been changing tariff rates for various countries, seeing some drop from previously threatened higher tariffs, while others have increased.

OEM strategies

Actions taken by OEMs to curb effects of tariffs

OEMs have been making strategic decisions to reshape their supply chains to mitigate against the effects of US president Donald Trump’s tariffs and trade shifts.

Features View more

Smart logistics

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

Vehicle logistics

UP-NS merger likely to bring more disruption to North American automotive logistics

The planned merger of Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) is likely to bring more challenges to North American automotive logistics than benefits, according to supply chain professors at Michigan State University.

Megan Kelly

Unpacking packaging

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.

Analysis View more

US tariffs

Carmakers spread the cost of tariffs but prices set to rise say analysts

The automotive sector is facing significant cost pressure caused by continuing inflation, high capital and labour costs, a situation exacerbated by the higher tariff costs and associated disruption caused by current US trade policy.

Nearshoring

Stellantis invests $10bn in US manufacturing, reports say, while tariff negotiations continue

New CEO Antonio Filosa is reportedly looking to localise US manufacturing while tariff discussions with the US government continue.

Ilkhan Ozsevim

Megan Kelly

Inbound logistics

Cost pressure and tariff turmoil major concerns for inbound logistics says survey

The results of the first "Automotive Inbound Logistics Survey", carried out in partnership with DP World, reveal that the automotive logistics sector is responding with fortitude to the cost pressures, tariff turmoil and supply chain disruption affecting the sector in 2025.

Business intelligence reportsView more

Automotive Inbound Logistics Survey 2025: Download now

Download the Automotive Inbound Logistics Survey report to help navigate disruption, cut through uncertainty and stay ahead of global competition.

ASEAN Automotive Logistics Market Report 2026 - 2036

Download Automotive Logistics’ inaugural ASEAN report to unlock South-East Asia’s next decade of automotive supply chain growth.

North American Automotive Logistics Market Report 2026-2036

Download the latest American Automotive Logistics Market Report 2026-2036 for valuable insight into the leading companies shaping the industry.

European Automotive Logistics Market Report 2025-2035

Download this comprehensive report with succinct industry analysis, market forecasts, company market share evaluations, and strategic recommendations.

EventsView more

Partner contentView more

Whitepaper: Transforming automotive port operations for the EV era

Understand what increased global shipments of BEVs means for port capacity, infrastructure and regulatory compliance, and what Associated British Ports is doing to accommodate the special requirements of electric vehicles.

A positive charge for the ASEAN supply chain

Southeast Asia is emerging as a dynamic automotive region, with a strong EV manufacturing base. DP World is ready to support EV makers there with comprehensive logistics services, including for batteries, explains DP World Asia Pacific’s Glen Hilton.

Whitepaper: How Property Crime Is Threatening the Vehicle Logistics Industry

Explore how rising vehicle theft threatens logistics. This white paper reveals key risks and strategies from ACERTUS & AMAROK to protect fleets, reduce costs, and secure supply chains.

Inbound logistics View more

Supply chain

Volvo Cars, VW and more warn about Nexperia chip shortage

Volvo Cars and VW have warned that the ongoing shortage in supply of Nexperia semiconductors could affect production.

Megan Kelly

Semiconductor supply chain disruption

Disarray at semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia prompts supply chain concerns

After the Dutch government seized chipmaker Nexperia, disorder within the company has prompted concerns over semiconductor supply and the impact on automakers.

Ilkhan Ozsevim

Packaging strategy

Packaging is a priority for more efficient inbound parts transport at Nissan

From increasing standard parts per rack to integrating packaging input in early product design, Nissan is rethinking how smarter packaging can reduce trailer use, optimise cost and improve environmental performance across its North American supply chain.

Vehicle logisticsView more

Flat volumes, high costs and fierce competition challenge Europe’s FVL sector

Margins under pressure

Europe’s vehicle logistics faces flat volumes and rising costs

Europe’s vehicle logistics sector faces flat volumes, rising costs and fierce competition, and at the ECG Conference leaders said only efficiency and innovation can ensure survival.

Emily Uwemedimo

'AutoLog' project sees VW test automated vehicle driving to optimise logistics at Germany’s Port of Emden

Vehicle logistics

VW tests automated vehicle driving to optimise port logistics

Driverless vehicles are being tested at the Port of Emden in Germany in an effort to use automation to automate and make workflows at automotive terminals more efficient.

Data analytics in FVL

Carmakers embrace AI agents to improve vehicle logistics processes

Experts revealed how technologies such as agentic mesh systems, JEPA models and data-sharing protocols are transforming route optimisation, ETA accuracy and OEM-carrier negotiations.

Supply chain View more

Res Sofa interview

Supply chain isn’t a cost centre, it’s a growth engine: Stellantis’ Ashwani Muppasani

By treating logistics not as an after-thought but as a core business lever, Stellantis aims to turn one of the industry’s most complex regions into a competitive advantage.

Watch: Stellantis’ James Parker Jr. on building a flexible, tech-driven global parts network

As Stellantis transforms its global parts and service operations, James Parker Jr. explains how the carmaker is using automation, AI and new logistics models to gain agility, efficiency and customer focus.

Rivian implements software to optimise planning of parts logistics networks

Digitalisation

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”.