Automotive

Comarch Named a Leader in the 2026 IDC MarketScape for Worldwide E-Invoicing Compliance Solutions

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 01:00:00 -0500

Comarch has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Compliant E-Invoicing Solutions 2026 Vendor Assessment. The report evaluates worldwide technology providers on both their current capabilities and their long‑term strategy for helping enterprises manage compliance across multiple jurisdictions.

10 Questions to Ask Before Choosing an e-Invoicing System Provider

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 01:00:00 -0500

Find out how to choose an e-invoicing partner that keeps you compliant, connected, and ready for what’s next.

Retail Compliance Guide for CPG Brands

Sun, 01 Nov 2026 01:00:00 -0500

Retail compliance has become a growing challenge for CPG brands selling through major retailers. From OTIF requirements and routing guides to EDI, ASNs, labeling, pallet standards, and appointment scheduling, every retailer brings its own set of requirements, and every compliance failure can impact margins and operations.

Aurora’s Driverless Trucks on Pace for 2027 Expansion Target

Fri, 30 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Aurora took the driver out of its trucks last year, only to have its manufacturer Paccar Inc. request that a human remain behind the wheel.

VW Makes a Loss in China, Sparking Urgent Call for Cost Cuts

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 11:00:00 -0400

Volkswagen’s underlying operating margin was just 3.8% after nine months, a level its CFO said was too low to fund the company’s future.

GM Plans to Move Stock Listing to Nasdaq

Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:20:45 -0400

GM CFO Paul Jacobson described Nasdaq as a "natural home" for the company, particularly as the business focuses on a more technology-driven strategy.

Audi Looks to Build First Ever U.S. Plant

Mon, 26 Oct 2026 16:09:20 -0400

Audi will invest $4 billion to build a Georgia facility capable of producing up to 200,000 vehicles annual, with roughly half of that capacity set aside for sale in the U.S.

Chery Eyes Canada Production as Chinese Carmakers Circle U.S.

Sun, 25 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Canada has rolled out the welcome mat to Chinese carmakers since striking a deal with Beijing to allow annual low-tariff imports of 49,000 of Chinese new-energy vehicles.

Five Current Challenges Preventing Real-Time Visibility in Connected Manufacturing

Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

“Connected manufacturing,” incorporates machines, technology systems, people and data into real-time operational ecosystems, replacing siloed, manual workflows.

RFID and Machine Vision are Having a Moment

Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:25:12 -0400

RFID and machine vision are gaining momentum because they offer a practical, cost-effective path to automation. Unlike large-scale robotics projects that often require major facility redesigns and significant capital investment, RFID readers and AI-powered camera systems can typically be layered onto existing warehouse and manufacturing operations.

Building a Resilient U.S. Battery Supply Chain

Wed, 21 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Strengthening U.S. battery resilience will require sustained investment across the entire supply chain and the market certainty needed to support it.

Toyota Commits to Making Cars in Canada as U.S. Rivals Downsize

Fri, 16 Oct 2026 10:40:41 -0400

Heightened trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada have exacerbated a longer-term decline in Canadian vehicle production due in part to labor and other fixed costs.

Legacy Carmakers Risk Losing Mass Market to Chinese Rivals

Thu, 15 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The wave of exports has led some governments to restrict or effectively ban vehicles shipped from China.

Shawn Fain Re-Elected as UAW President

Mon, 12 Oct 2026 13:38:28 -0400

Fain easily won re-election, despite a campaign marred by accusations of corruption and election interference.

China Will Curb Hybrid Car Sales in EU

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 17:58:27 -0400

Sales of Chinese cars in the EU, particularly hybrids and pure battery electric vehicles (BEVs) have risen sharply in the last few years, threatening European automakers.

Tesla Drops ‘Self-Driving’ Branding to Appease Europe Regulators

Fri, 09 Oct 2026 10:37:30 -0400

The California Department of Motor Vehicles last year threatened to suspend Tesla’s sales in the state over allegedly misleading marketing of driver-assistance technology.

Michigan Launches Public-Private Initiative to Support Manufacturing Growth

Fri, 02 Oct 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Michigan LIFT is designed to strengthen manufacturers’ competitiveness and supply-chain resilience while accelerating the growth of innovative suppliers expanding production in Michigan.

EV Truck Maker Harbinger Gets $300M+ Order from FedEx

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 09:50:36 -0400

Harbinger estimates each of its electric trucks can reduce fuel costs by an average of $20,000 per year when compared with the diesel vehicle it replaces.

China Urges EU to Keep Auto Markets Open, Avoid Protectionism

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 09:10:57 -0400

Wang’s statement comes amid Germany’s preparations for economic-security measures to shield strategic industries from China.

Automakers Warn Against Giving China Foothold in U.S. Market

Mon, 21 Sep 2026 10:10:26 -0400

This comes ahead of a schedule summit between Trump and China's President Xi Jingping, where the two are expected to discuss a range of issues, from AI to global trade.

Canada and the EU: A Genuine Alternative Trading Relationship? Or a Foolish Dream?

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

EC president von der Leyen, told the European Parliament while Canadian Prime Minster Mark Carney looked on that, “We must urgently reimagine our partnerships.”

From rapid mobilization to measurable value: Evermark’s Kinaxis transformation journey with 4flow

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Join Evermark and 4flow to learn how the team accelerated its Kinaxis transformation through rapid mobilization, disciplined prioritization and a Minimum Viable Product (MVP)-first implementation strategy. Whether you're navigating a merger, modernizing planning or leading a business transformation, you'll gain practical insights for delivering change at speed while creating a foundation for long-term success.

How AI Is Saving Resources for Automotive Manufacturers

Tue, 15 Sep 2026 00:00:25 -0400

As automotive production grows more complex, the gap between what data-driven scheduling could deliver and what manual scheduling actually produces is widening.

U.K. Government Will Buy Speciality Steel U.K.

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:48:01 -0400

The news marks a continued rough period for steelmaking in the U.K.

The U.S. Is a Long Way From Regaining Dominance in Rare Earth Production

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The United States’ over-reliance on China for rare earth materials is no secret. But realization of the problem isn’t translating into meaningful progress toward solving the problem.

Houthis Gain Further Control of Red Sea

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:45:28 -0400

The Houthis earlier said they posed no threat to international shipping, and that they only planned to target vessels from Saudi Arabia.

Cleaner Automotive Supply Chains Start with Indigenous Peoples’ Consent

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Indigenous peoples’ advocacy and growing scrutiny of mineral supply chains are moving their rights closer to the center of responsible sourcing debates.

Houthis Determined to Take Control of Red Sea Coast

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 12:12:11 -0400

The Houthis’ aim to force Saudi Arabia and the U.S. to lift the U.S. blockade on Iranian oil tankers in the Persian Gulf.

What Canada’s Retaliatory Tariffs Mean for U.S. Manufacturers and the Supply Chain

Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:00:00 -0400

For manufacturers, the goal isn't to predict the next tariff announcement, but to build a supply chain that's resilient enough to withstand whatever comes next.

VW CEO Still Needs to Fix Thorniest Problems After Job-Cuts Deal

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 13:19:20 -0400

Oliver Blume won backing for a plan that reins in investment, pares back complexity and includes about 50,000 job cuts on top of about the same number already planned.