All Analysis articles
View all stories of the same content type.
-
Analysis
Tariff cuts and trade talks: What we know so far
Trump’s new tariff policy could reduce rates for allies, reigniting vehicle trade talks with the EU, UK, China, India and Canada.
-
Analysis
Is Europe’s EV supply chain facing a strategic squeeze?
Europe’s EV supply chain is transforming amid regulatory shifts, Chinese competition and affordability pressures – featuring insights from ALSC Europe 2025.
-
Analysis
UK carmakers get tariff relief in US deal, capped at 100,000 cars
US-UK trade deal reduces tariffs on cars, steel and aluminium with immediate effect, offering some relief for carmakers – but further details remain unclear.
-
Analysis
US eases tariff stacking for carmakers and parts suppliers
Trump offers tariff rebates to carmakers and limits stacking on steel and aluminium duties for imports.
-
Analysis
China’s reluctance to nearshore puts pressure on Russia’s automotive market
Russia’s auto sector faces setbacks as China hesitates to localise.
-
Analysis
Opinion: Cost pressure and trade wars hit auto logistics
As Trump’s tariff policy bites, logistics providers face rising costs, trade reroutes and weakened confidence in US stability.
-
Analysis
Improving logistics with data: silos, risk and security
Discover how OEMs use data to boost supply chain visibility, meet regulations and mitigate risk across global automotive networks.
-
Analysis
US-China tariff conflict escalates; rare earth materials suspended
China halts rare earth exports as tariffs rise to 245% in US-China trade war, putting pressure on automotive and EV supply chains.
-
Analysis
The impact of tariffs on Mexico and Canada’s auto supply chain
Detroit’s Big Three may lose $42bn and 6.8m units from new US tariffs, with compounding effects on cross-border supply chains.
-
Analysis
Europe hits back at Trump’s steel and aluminium tariffs
EU approves tariffs on $20bn of US goods over Trump’s steel and aluminium duties, effective 15 April.
-
Analysis
What “Liberation Day” tariffs mean for the automotive supply chain
New US automotive tariffs disrupt supply chains, raise costs, and spark global manufacturing and logistics realignment.
-
Analysis
The auto tariff rollout – what happens when
Trump’s 25% auto tariffs hit April 2, disrupting the industry. Experts warn of supply chaos, plant shutdowns and soaring vehicle prices.
-
Analysis
Automakers race to beat the April 2 deadline in the US tariff countdown
Automakers race to reroute vehicles before 25% US auto tariffs hit on April 2, straining ports, logistics networks and cross-border supply chains.
-
Analysis
Compact bumper packaging halves truckloads and emissions
A compact packaging solution for bumpers reduces freight costs, storage needs, and CO₂ emissions while simplifying assembly.
-
Analysis
European Automotive Logistics Market Report 2025-2035
Download this comprehensive report with succinct industry analysis, market forecasts, company market share evaluations, and strategic recommendations
-
Analysis
Trump’s sanctions relief could revive Russia’s car industry
Trump’s Ukraine-Russia ceasefire deal could reshape automotive logistics, reopening Russia’s market to Western brands and reviving transit routes.
-
Analysis
Recyclability guide boosts packaging sustainability
Discover expert-backed guidelines for recyclable transport packaging and learn how to enhance sustainability in supply chains.
-
Analysis
Trump tariffs: A timeline of impacts on automotive logistics
From tariffs to trade disruptions, Trump’s presidency is impacting automotive logistics. Explore the timeline of key developments.
-
Analysis
BMW pioneers hydrogen-powered trucks to transform European freight
BMW’s H2Haul pilot launches hydrogen fuel cell trucks across Europe, enhancing logistics efficiency and sustainability with rapid refuelling and innovation in energy systems.
-
Analysis
Trump’s reciprocal tariffs could disrupt automotive supply chain
Trump’s reciprocal tariffs could disrupt global automotive supply chains, raising costs for OEMs and reshaping trade flows.