Policy and Regulation News
US tariff threats stoke uncertainty in North American supply chain
The North American automotive supply chain finds itself on shaky ground as the threat of US tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico changes by the hour
SMMT: UK automotive faces investment and trade uncertainty
UK car exports fell in 2024 despite record EV sales. With investment competition intensifying and trade risks rising, the sector must navigate shifting economic and political realities.
How Trump will affect EV logistics in North America and beyond
EV supply chains are in flux after Trump’s IRA pause. How will this affect North American logistics and global automotive strategies?
Houthis release crew of Galaxy Leader car carrier
The 25 crew members of the hijacked car carrier have been released after 14 months in captivity.
Latest guidance on EU Battery Pass issued by Germany’s DIN and DKE
DIN DKE SPEC 99100 – Requirements for Data Attributes of the Battery Passport standard – defines data attributes for the EU Battery Passport.
Trade disputes accelerate nearshoring trend with implications for logistics providers
Escalating trade disputes are pushing automotive companies towards nearshoring, reshaping logistics and supply chains across North America and beyond.
Trump’s inaugural speech threatens automotive supply chain
Trump’s tariff threats on Mexico and Canada could disrupt the North American automotive supply chain, impacting production, nearshoring and trade.
US prohibits import and sale of connected technology from China and Russia
The US will prohibit the sale and import of connected vehicle hardware and software systems, as well as completed connected vehicles, from China and Russia.
JLR joins UECC’s Sail for Change sustainable fuel switch programme
JLR is the fourth carmaker to join in with the programme recognising it as a competitive decarbonisation lever in its supply chain
Volkswagen to cut production in Germany and move Golf assembly to Mexico
The Future Volkswagen agreement will reduce production capacity “on a lasting basis” across German plants by 734,000 units and 35,000 jobs will go by 2030
Honda and Nissan include supply chain synergies in business integration talks
Honda and Nissan have signed an MoU to explore closer business inegration and a joint holding company that could also include Mitsubishi
Mixed fortunes in the race for electric vehicle adoption: 2024 in review
EV sales have been volatile in 2024, including changes in fortune for Volkswagen and Stellantis, while trade disputes have disrupted supply chains.
Top Red Sofa interviews of 2024
Discover 2024’s top automotive logistics strategies from OEMs like JLR, Volkswagen, Nissan, GM, Toyota and BMW, covering sustainability, digitalisation and nearshoring.
Red Sofa | Saba Azizi on leading CATL’s EMEA digital revolution
Saba Azizi, CATL shares insights on digitalising EMEA services, fostering diverse teams, and driving innovation in EV batteries.
Mike Sturgeon reflects on 15-year ECG career
Mike Sturgeon shares insights on his 15-year ECG career, key achievements, industry changes, and hopes for the future of European vehicle logistics.
Red Sofa | Paccar Mexico’s EV supply chain innovations
Watch Javier Valadez, director of operations at Paccar Mexico discuss the OEM’s transition to EVs, decarbonisation and smart logistics.
Volkswagen workers in Germany launch warning strike
VW workers strike at 9 German plants, threatening supply chains amid cost cuts. Learn how logistics face delays from warning strikes.
Recap blog: ALSC Digital Strategies Europe
Discover insights from top OEMs at ALSC Digital Strategies Europe 2024, exploring co-creative, resilient, and digital supply chains.
UK government to review EV plans, Stellantis closes Vauxhall plant
UK government fast-tracks EV mandate review as Stellantis closes Luton plant, amid challenges in electric vehicle supply and demand.
Trump’s tariff threats could upend North America’s auto supply chain
Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada risk disrupting nearshoring and the automotive supply chain across North America.
