All United States Of America articles – Page 9
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VideoBringing production lessons to Nissan’s vehicle logistics with JS Bolton
Nissan North America’s head of vehicle logistics talks about the need for flexibility and strong teams in logistics.
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VideoShock to the system – scaling up EV and battery supply chains
Experts from Nissan, Cirba and Ryder discuss changing logistics requirements for rising electrification both upstream and downstream.
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VideoWhat resiliency in automotive logistics looks like
Learn for yourself in this panel discussion featuring top logistics executive from General Motors, IAC Group, DSV and Ceva Logistics.
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VideoMaximising potential – women in automotive supply chain and logistics
Female leaders in the automotive and logistics industry share insight on how women can advance in the sector, from front-line operations through to senior leadership.
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VideoSetting new standards for sustainable automotive packaging
Packaging experts from GM, Magna and Orbis discuss implementing new guidelines for packaging and strategies to improve recycling and circularity in packaging materials.
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VideoCollaborating from the start to design automotive logistics networks and processes
Logistics executives from Toyota North America, Benteler, Carter Logistics and Agillence explore the strategic considerations for logistics from early in product development cycles.
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VideoThe USDOE wants to energise sustainable automotive supply chains
Dr Jacob Ward from the Department of Energy gives a keynote on policy and investment opportunities for sustainable transport and manufacturing for the US.
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VideoGlobal automotive outlook: no return to normal
Leading analyst Joe McCabe shares insight on the key trends shaping the market, including EV forecasts, semiconductors and OEMs’ inventory and business models.
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VideoYou’re Hired! Securing top talent and developing skills in automotive logistics
Leaders from AIAG and Michigan State discuss strategies for motivating and up-skilling teams and developing the next generation of logistics and supply chain talent.
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VideoSustainable energy, diversifying for resilience, scaling EV and battery: ALSC Global in review
There are connections (and contradictions) in the push for resiliency and sustainability dicsussed by the US government and automotive industry alike.
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VideoMitigating risk across global automotive supply chains
Reducing risk and disruption in global logistics is now the daily business of major OEMs like Stellantis and Agco, with a focus on improving control in the upstream supply chain.
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NewsUS reassures Korea over Inflation Reduction Act tensions
Vice President Kamala Harris has reassured Korean leaders that battery supply chains will not be punitively affected by tax credits in the Inflation Reduction Act.
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NewsUS invests heavily to clean up transport sector
At this week’s ALSC Global conference in Detroit the US DoE’s Dr Jacob Ward outlined the opportunities new legislation has created for OEMs and suppliers.
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NewsUS rail freight companies avert strike with union deal
Fears of strike action across the rail freight network in the US have been allayed following union agreement to a deal proposed by the Class 1 railroads on pay and conditions
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NewsUS climate act disqualifies most of current EV line-up, say industry groups
The US Inflation Reduction Act includes a range of incentives for localised EV and battery production but carmakers say stringent rules for eligibility are misaligned with current capacity
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FeatureA cautious outlook for the global finished vehicle sector
Volume volatility, labour shortages and capacity constraints are three main concerns for companies canvassed in the latest finished vehicle logistics survey from RPM and Automotive Logistics
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NewsScott Cornell takes over the helm at Glovis America
Scott Cornell has been appointed president and CEO of Glovis America, replacing Bryan Ko, who stays with the company as chief executive coordinator
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FeaturePay rise placates US rail freight unions after long stalemate
Agreement has been reached between rail operators and workers’ unions for a 24% pay rise over a four-year period, with an immediately effective 14.1% rise and multiple annual payouts
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FeatureHonda joins GM, Stellantis in US battery joint ventures with LG
After announcing a partnership with GM to use its Ultium platform and Sony to build future EVs, Honda will now partner with LG to make batteries in the US
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NewsMercedes-Benz making electric SUVs in US with local battery supply
Mercedes-Benz is now making fully electric SUVs at its US plant in Alabama, supported by local lithium battery supply