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EV and battery

BMW increases sales of Mini EVs with an eye on transport safety

Marcus Williams

Tariffs and trade

Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariff if it “makes a deal with China”, CVMA expresses concern over tariff reductions for Chinese EVs

Trump threatens Canada with 100% tariffs if it “makes a deal with China”; OEMs concerned about Chinese EVs in Canada

James McLoughlin

EV and battery

Unipart takes full ownership of UK battery system manufacturer Hyperbat

James McLoughlin

In focus: PackagingView more

EU PPWR implementation

EU proposes harmonised waste sorting labels under PPWR

A new technical proposal published by the European Commission’s Joint Research Centre has put forward plans for harmonised waste sorting labels under the PPWR.

Packaging in Latin America

Brazil mandates recycled content and reverse logistics systems for packaging

New legislation came into effect in Brazil in January 2026, regulating the amount of recycled content in plastic packaging and the recycling of used packaging.

EU PPWR implementation

Is the packaging world on track with PPWR?

The PPWR regulation is crucial for packaging manufacturers from 2026 and companies must optimally prepare to ensure compliance and competitive advantages.

New entrant to auto packaging

Packaging firm GPS Group expands into automotive industry

GPS Group enters automotive logistics with circular solutions for automotive parts.

On the red sofaView more

Packaging

Nissan's Iván Dávila on how packaging efficiency can influence transport excellence

Nissan's Iván Dávila discussed how improving packaging processes benefits the broader supply chain, maximising efficiency through enhanced supplier visibility.

Supply chain resiliency

GM's Mónica García on priorities for achieving supply chain resiliency in Mexico

GM's Mónica García discussed how end-to-end visibility can improve resiliency in Mexico, working with suppliers and logistics partners on supply chain mapping.

Digitalisation

FORVIA's Zvonimir Zaja on using AI to manage fluctuations in demand

FORVIA's Zvonimir Zaja shared how AI-powered digital twins have allowed FORVIA to address demand uncertainty and improve decision-making in planning.

Executive profilesView more

Dr Hanns Bernd Ketteler, Bosch

How digitalisation, AI and cross-functional collaboration are driving a faster, leaner and more connected approach to manufacturing across the value chain

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

US tariff trackersView more

Trump's tariff moves

From "Liberation Day" to today: US Supreme Court to rule of legality of Trump's tariffs

The latest tariff and trade developments ahead of the US Supreme Court's decision on the legality of the tariff implementation.

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

AI in packaging

Why AI is redefining the packaging industry in real time

How artificial intelligence is transforming the packaging industry by accelerating workflows, reducing waste and creating personalised experiences.

Stefan Casey

European automotive components industry lost nearly 80,000 jobs over the last 18 months, and the worst is yet to come

Service part logistics

European components market heads into an uncertain future

As dark clouds pile up over the European automotive industry, the components and aftersales market is looking to the future with significant concern.

Vladislav Vorotnikov

Supply chain resilience

The story of 2025 livestream: Data-driven planning anchors Aston Martin amid turbulence

Aston Martin’s supply chain team pivoted from reactive habits to a disciplined, data-driven approach, using cross-functional planning, digital tools and hands-on leadership to pre-empt crises in a volatile year.

Automotive Logistics

Analysis View more

UK vehicle production in 2025 lowest since 1950s amid JLR cyberattack and new tariffs; SMMT chief optimistic for recovery in 2026

Vehicle production in the UK

UK vehicle production in 2025 lowest since 1950s; SMMT chief optimistic for recovery in 2026

Recently released statistics from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) paint a sobering picture of 2025 for the UK's automotive supply chain, with disruption from JLR's cyber incident, tariff uncertainty and pressure to shift towards EV production resulting in a 15.5% drop in vehicle production volumes in the UK.

James McLoughlin

Supply chain

Is the automotive logistics and supply chain resilient to disruption?

Shifting geopolitical dynamics including tariffs and trade wars, inflation and cost pressures, unpredictable demand cycles, changing raw material dependencies and restrictions, and supplier distress are creating a constantly volatile landscape for automotive logistics and supply chain companies. But with this risk comes opportunity for better planning, preparation and resilience. Is the industry ready for the risks still to come this year?

Megan Kelly

US tariffs

US to raise tariffs on South Korea, EU and India announce deal

US president Donald Trump has threatened to increase tariffs on South Korea to 25%, with the increase applying to existing tariffs on all goods under the ‘reciprocal’ tariffs announced on ‘Liberation Day’ as well as tariffs on cars.

Megan Kelly

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Partner contentView more

Watch: Trayecto's Victor Salazar on investment in infrastructure to improve productivity in Mexico

Victor Salazar, chief operation officer at Trayecto, discusses what is needed to ensure Mexico's automotive sector remains competitive and is prepared for the future, from infrastructure investment to digitalisation.

Automotive Logistics

Watch: Kuehne+Nagel's Ian Slaven on resilience and Mexico's role in automotive supply chains in the Americas

Kuehne+Nagel's Ian Slaven discusses Mexico's role in the Americas' automotive sector and how to limit the impact of disruptions on supply chain operations.

Automotive Logistics

Watch: DSV's David Resetar on future-proofing automotive supply chains in Mexico

David Resetar, executive vice-president and global head of automotive at DSV, speaks on the importance of efficiency, flexibility and resilience when ensuring automotive supply chains are prepared for the future.

Automotive Logistics

Inbound logistics View more

US winter storm impact

How have automotive OEMs been affected by the US winter storm?

OEMs including Honda, GM and Nissan told Automotive Logistics how their supply chains have been impacted by the US winter storm, with some having to suspend operations at plants.

James McLoughlin

Carmakers take matters into their own hands to address Nexperia semiconductor shortage as internal dispute continues

Semiconductor supply chain disruption

Carmakers use workaround to avoid Nexperia semiconductor shortage, reports claim

Automakers have found a workaround to address semiconductor shortages as the ownership dispute between Nexperia's Dutch HQ and Wingtech in China continues.

James McLoughlin

Taiwan to face lower tariffs and invest in US chip manufacturing in new trade deal as US introduces 25% global semiconductor tariff

Semiconductor supply chain

US strikes trade deal with Taiwan and imposes new 25% global semiconductor tariff

The US has classified chip and critical mineral imports as national security risks, imposed a 25% global tariff on semiconductors, and agreed a trade deal with Taiwan.

James McLoughlin

Vehicle logisticsView more

Vehicle logistics

Resilience in motion: Building a faster, smarter finished vehicle supply chain

Explore strategies for a resilient vehicle supply chain at Finished Vehicle Logistics North America 2026.

Automotive Logistics

New Canada-China trade deal sees Canada reduce tariff on Chinese EVs to 6.1%

International trade deals

New trade deal sees Canada cut tariff on Chinese EVs to 6.1%

Canadian PM Mark Carney and Chinese president Xi Jinping have agreed a Canada-China trade deal, removing the additional 100% tariff on up to 49,000 Chinese EVs.

James McLoughlin

Vehicle logistics

Changan now exporting EVs from Thailand to Europe

Changan Automobile is now shipping vehicles from Rayong, Thailand to Europe, starting with 2,000 Deepal S07 and Deepal S05 units that are en route to the UK.

Marcus Williams

Supply chain View more

US tariffs

Trump drops plans to impose tariffs on eight NATO nations after “productive” meeting with NATO secretary general in Davos

Donald Trump will no longer impose 10% tariffs on eight European countries in its dispute over control of Greenland after meeting with NATO secretary general Mark Rutte at the WEF's Davos meeting.

James McLoughlin

Data-driven digitalisation

Watch: Mann+Hummel's Kai Albus on the benefits of data-driven transformation

AT ALSC DS Europe, Mann+Hummel's Kai Albus discussed the company's data-driven transformation and the business benefits of cloud migration, digital twins, and a new SIOP process.

Automotive Logistics

Mexico’s Interoceanic Corridor of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec set for completion in 2026

Logistics infrastructure in Mexico

Mexico’s interoceanic corridor infrastructure set for completion in 2026

The Interoceanic Corridor of the Isthmus of Tehuantepec, a multimodal logistics project relying on rail infrastructure in Mexico, is set to complete in 2026.

James McLoughlin