Regional Sourcing & Manufacturing
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NewsMexican and Canadian governments prepare for Trump’s automotive trade review
Mexico and Canada warn of trade war risks as Trump plans 25% tariffs, threatening USMCA and North America’s automotive supply chain.
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NewsStellantis invests in €4.1 billion Spanish gigafactory with CATL
Stellantis partners with CATL to invest €4.1bn in a carbon-neutral gigafactory in Spain, targeting 50 GWh capacity to localise EV battery supply.
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FeatureNo room for doubt in Mexico’s vehicle logistics
Mexico’s port and rail infrastructure has improved over the last year with greater investment in capacity at the terminals and on the tracks
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LivestreamRegister now: Leading automotive logistics through 2025: Key turning points and trends livestream
Join Automotive Logistics’ livestream, Leading automotive logistics through 2025: Key turning points and trends, to hear from industry thought leaders and gain actionable insights on overcoming today’s toughest automotive supply chain challenges. Discover strategies to stay ahead of disruption and lead the way toward sustainable, profitable operations.
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FeatureTrump’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.
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FeatureMexico is the backbone of North American automotive supply
Mexico’s auto production hits record highs, but investment in logistics, security, and digital infrastructure is critical to meet growing North American demand.
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NewsInvestment in nearshoring continues in Mexico’s automotive supply chain
Despite tariff concerns, investments in nearshoring remain strong in Mexico’s automotive supply chain, driving expected growth for 2025.
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NewsToyota announces $1.4 billion investment in Mexico
Toyota commits $1.4 billion to expand its Mexico factories for its Tacoma truck and hybrid models, reinforcing its role in US-Mexico nearshoring.
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NewsUS-Mexico automotive trade: Policy shifts, labour costs and investments
The recent US election introduces fresh uncertainties for Mexico’s automotive supply chain, from policy shifts to rising labour costs and investment dynamics.
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FeatureRecap blog: ALSC Mexico 2024
Stay with us for real-time updates on critical trends like international trade, localisation strategies, supply chain software, organisational culture, automotive packaging, inventory management and more.
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FeatureAutomotive Logistics magazine – Winter 2024
This winter edition highlights how carmakers are transforming supply chain and logistics strategies to handle the growing complexity of global manufacturing. Key challenges include the shift to electrification, decarbonization goals, and an emphasis on localization for risk management—all intensified by geopolitical tensions, capacity limits, labour issues, and climate change impacts.
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FeatureWalking a fine line on cross-border logistics
Speakers from Accuride, Bosch, DSV and Ryder discussed the measures they were taking to avoid disruption to cross-border parts flows at ALSC Global 2024
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NewsUS election: Impact on Mexico’s automotive logistics
A look at the potential impacts on the North American automotive logistics industry and US-Mexico trade following the results of the US presidential election.
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FeatureMexican powerhouse poised to grow
Mexico’s booming tier one automotive sector, drives GDP growth, job creation and global supply chain dynamics amid evolving USMCA policies.
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Partner ContentNearshoring in North America and the role of reusable packaging
Streamline North America’s automotive supply chain with nearshoring and reusable packaging, enhancing efficiency, reducing waste and boosting resilience with CHEP.
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FeatureVolkswagen de Mexico’s strategic logistics overhaul for the EV transition
Volkswagen de Mexico is focusing on EV production in North America, enhancing logistics with AI and predictive analytics for a resilient supply chain.
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FeatureALSC Global 2024: Recap blog
Automotive Logistics is back with this year’s Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global 2024. Follow our blog for updates!
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Company ContentUnlock resilient automotive supply chains: Four proven strategies for OEMs and suppliers
A new whitepaper by C.H. Robinson and Automotive Logistics looks at the critical need for a strong, flexible and integrated supply chain in today’s complex automotive sector.
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FeatureHow Mexico’s FVL market is balancing capacity and demand
Mexico’s automotive industry is surging with increased production and booming exports but OEMs and logistics firms have to find capacity to meet demand
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NewsALSC Mexico 2024 set to return to Mexico City for 10th year
The 10th edition of Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Mexico will be taking place in Mexico City in November this year