LKQ Corp Reviews Strategic Options • Auto parts supplier LKQ Corp announced that its board is evaluating strategic alternatives, including a potential sale of the company to enhance shareholder value amid investor pressure. Relevance: Signals corporate restructuring interest in...
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Supplier & automotive supply‑chain news (Jan 19 – Jan 25, 2026) Global Supply‑Chain & Logistics Highlights • This week’s broader supply chain roundup shows geopolitical shifts influencing trade flows — including suspended trade frameworks, Canada‑China tariff changes on EVs and last‑mile logistics developments —...
China Clears American Axle’s Acquisition of Dowlais (Global Supply Strategy) • China’s regulator approved American Axle & Manufacturing’s $1.55 billion takeover of Dowlais Group (parent of GKN Automotive), despite global EV market pressure and competition from Chinese EV makers. European...
Regional Manufacturing Highlights Central Region (Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky) Southern Region (Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee) Carolina Region (North & South Carolina) International Trade & Tariff Updates
Regional Manufacturing Highlights Central Region (Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky) Southern Region (Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee) Carolina Region (North & South Carolina) Canada Highlights Mexico Highlights
Honda & Supplier Developments Regional Manufacturing Highlights Central Region (Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, Kentucky) Southern Region (Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee) Carolina Region (North & South Carolina) International Trade & Tariff Updates
National & North American Highlights 1. U.S. Implements 25% Tariffs on Auto Imports On April 2, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on imported automobiles, effective immediately. This move aims to bolster domestic manufacturing but has raised...
National & North American Highlights 1. U.S. Announces 25% Tariff on Car Imports On March 27, 2025, President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on car imports to the United States, effective April 2. This move aims to bolster...
National & North American Highlights 1. Honda to Procure Batteries from Toyota’s U.S. Plant In a strategic move to mitigate tariff risks, Honda Motor Co. plans to source batteries for its hybrid vehicles from Toyota’s U.S.-based plant. Starting in...
National & North American Highlights 1. U.S. Implements 25% Tariffs on Steel and Aluminum Imports On March 12, 2025, the United States imposed a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports, aiming to reduce the trade deficit and...