Nearshoring Strategies | Automotive Logistics
Learn nearshoring strategies to optimise automotive supply chains with enhance agility, reduce lead times, lower costs, and improve resilience in global markets.
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News
VW Group suspends vehicle shipments from Mexico to US
VW Group, including its Audi division, are suspending exports of vehilces made in Mexico to the US because of the new tariffs brought in last week.
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Stellantis announces temporary layoffs in North America following US tariffs
Following the enforcement of 25% US tariffs Stellantis is pausing production at plants in Canada and Mexico and laying off 900 staff at plants in the US for the short-term.
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Global auto companies assess odds stacked against them by US tariff policy
The latest US tariffs on vehicle imports and the anticipated tariffs on parts next month could reshape international trade and transport for the automotive sector.
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Toyota delays battery plans in Japan and reviews BEV demand
Toyota is looking at how it can continue to grow its electric vehicle and battery business sustainably in Japan, while considering demand and the impact of material prices.
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Hyundai to localise parts and boost US supply chain as part of $21 billion investment
The Hyundai Motor Group intends to invest $9 billion to increase annual US vehicle output to 1.2m units a year, with $6 billion to enhance parts, logistics and steel business.
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Interview
VinFast’s logistics reinvention strategy powers its European expansion
With a commitment to 24-hour parts delivery and optimised ro-ro shipping, VinFast is enhancing its logistics profile across Europe and ASEAN to meet evolving customer needs.
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Feature
Europe’s EV supply chain shifts to nearshoring and localisation
Nearshoring and battery localisation are reshaping Europe’s EV supply chain as OEMs navigate costs, tariffs, and Chinese competition.
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Infographic: Audi’s production network and supply chain
Audi’s manufacturing and logistics network spans multiple continents and is undergoing significant changes. Learn more about each location and supporting logistics.
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Mazda invests $148m to boost Thai exports to ASEAN market
Mazda invests $148m to expand Thai production, boosting exports across ASEAN and Japan while adding new EV and hybrid models.
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Feature
Flexis leverages Renault-Volvo-CMA CGM network for European EV supply
Flexis is localising European EV van production, leveraging nearshoring, battery sourcing, and shared platforms to cut costs and emissions.
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Tariffs threat drives uncertainty into North American cross-border parts trade
The US Trump government is hitting its North American neighbours with 25% tariffs on metals and looking to add cross-border auto parts.
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How tariffs, tech and trade shifts are reshaping logistics
New tariffs, EV localisation and digitalisation are reshaping global auto logistics. Explore key trends and strategies for supply chain resilience.
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Toyota ready to ship US-made batteries for local electric vehicle production
Toyota is building its own lithium batteries in the US for the first time and will begin with deliveries for Camry hybrid production at the Kentucky plant from April
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Europe’s shift from export dominance to import growth
Europe’s automotive logistics landscape is undergoing rapid transformation as market forces, geopolitical shifts and Chinese OEM investments reshape the region’s supply chains.
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Ford says protracted tariffs would wipe out billions in profit from auto sector
Ford’s chief James Farley said the carmaker’s latest earnings call that if Trump’s tariffs were to persist Ford “would have to make some major strategy shifts in the US”.
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Automotive supply chain emissions: Tracking and reducing impact
Automotive supply chains must track and cut emissions to meet evolving regulations. Discover key strategies, standards and technologies.
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Video
Top 10 nearshoring Red Sofa interviews
Discover key insights on nearshoring from top automotive executives in our Red Sofa interviews, exploring supply chain strategy and challenges.
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Polestar to make compact SUV in Europe from 2027
The Chinese-owned Swedish electric vehicle maker will make the Polestar 7 in Europe to improve commercial performance.
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Analysis
Top trends for automotive logistics in 2025
Explore the top automotive logistics trends for Q1 2025, including industry turmoil, cost-cutting strategies, and the rise of nearshoring.
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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.