Policy and Regulation News
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.
European vehicle haulers under the lash from overnight VDI regulations
Car haulers and equipment makers in Europe are calling on OEMs and police for leniency in enforcing rules on load attachment.
Red Sofa | Hugo Villicaña, Brose on Mexico-US cross-border logistics
Learn how Brose North America drives efficiency in Mexico-US cross-border logistics with nearshoring, consolidation centres, and smart strategies.
Investment 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.
Toyota 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.
US-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.
