Carscoops

JUNE 3, 2024

Walker S will be able to perform complex inspection, assembly, and logistics tasks. This robot is poised to tackle delicate tasks like inspection, assembly, and logistics at one of Dongfeng’s automotive assembly plants. A Dongfeng subsidiary producing commercial vehicles will use an AI-backed humanoid robot in its facilities.

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Auto Remarketing

APRIL 11, 2024

“They have been a lot more tech forward than us historically,” said Mike Scenna, vice president of sales and operations for Preowned Auto Logistics. “We We often say we’re 10, 15 years behind the freight side of the house,” said Joe Kichler, vice president of logistics for Cox Automotive. But that seems to.

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Motor Trader

JULY 10, 2024

The centre is one of the largest combined remarketing, logistics, defleet and refurbishment centres in Europe. BCA has expanded its refurbishment centre at Thurleigh north of Bedford to more than 200 acres, creating more than 100 new jobs.

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Motor Trader

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

In the UK, Chery has enlisted DHL to manage the supply and logistics operations for parts to provide a hassle-free service and repair experience. Over a three-month period this year it consistently surpassed 20,000 units, contributing 20.8% to the Group’s total export volume.

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Drive.com

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Kia Australia product boss Roland Rivero told Drive earlier this year that the brand “would like” to offer the EV2, but its country of origin will be a “barrier” with higher logistics costs and a five per cent import tariff. EV2, we would like, but sourcing out of the Slovakian factory is pretty tough for a couple of reasons,” said Rivero.

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Carscoops

MARCH 6, 2024

State-owned SAIC plans to secure 14 car carriers within the next three years through its logistics company SAIC Anji Logistics, with some of them having the capacity to carry 9,000 vehicles. It is not just BYD that is looking to secure greater shipping capacity.

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AutoSuccessOnline

APRIL 4, 2024

ACERTUS , the largest automotive logistics-as-a-service platform, today announced its strategic acquisition of Guardian Auto Transport , marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion efforts. Acquisition is effective immediately.

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Motor Trader

OCTOBER 17, 2024

As a result of the surge in repossessions (and new vendor wins in this sector), we have grown our logistics team by 40% this year in order to manage the growing dependence on customer care calls to arrange the collections for our finance house vendors,” said G3 director Gareth Jones.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JULY 16, 2024

. “At Ship.Cars, we provide unparalleled transparency and efficiency in auto logistics,” stated Eftim Eftimov, president of Ship.Cars. Introducing our new visibility feature addresses the evolving needs of our auto logistics partners and their customers. “Our commitment to innovation remains steadfast.

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Autocar

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The problems arose when JLR downsized its UK parts supply network from 18 warehouses to one ‘super-centre' Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) boss Adrian Mardell says that the firm has begun to resolve the parts backlog caused by delays at its new logistics hub – but has cautioned that it will take time for dealers to be able to repair all the cars affected.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

According to the Bavarian automaker, the logistics and production processes at the plant are currently being “tested and constantly optimized under real conditions” as the vehicles inch closer to their final production form.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

” The company also mentioned long-standing structural challenges at the Brussels site including high logistics costs and a plant layout that is difficult to change due to its location near the city center.

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Drive.com

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

And what are the logistics of the operation? The logistics of a car carrier ship endeavour are even more interesting when you consider the routes they travel. But how do the cars get here? How do cars make their way to Australia? New and used imported vehicles make their way to Australia via ships. What are the major RoRo routes?

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Carscoops

OCTOBER 16, 2024

At the time, the automaker said demand for the models had dropped and the plant had “long-standing structural challenges,” which included high logistics costs and a layout that is difficult to change due to its location near the city center. ” Unfortunately for employees, things aren’t looking good.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JULY 9, 2024

In this new and expanded leadership position, Kichler will assume responsibility for all Manheim digital tools—including the Manheim Digital Marketplace—while continuing to guide Cox Automotive’s leading logistics businesses, Central Dispatch and Ready Logistics.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

This causes some logistical challenges, so the third baseman enlisted a shipper to transport his 2023 Lamborghini Huracan to Sin City. The Lamborghini was recovered less than a week after it was reported missing and the case led to multiple suspects as well as other stolen vehicles.

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F&I and Showroom

JULY 9, 2024

Newly created digital inventory, supply chain solutions role aimed to accelerate connections between company’s digital wholesale and logistics solutions, driving value for clients.

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AutoSuccessOnline

JULY 11, 2024

Central Dispatch is thelogistics marketplace driving our clients’ businesses,” said Joe Kichler, vice president of logistics at Cox Automotive. Central Dispatch is the only vehicle logistics brand operating a private marketplace solution at this scale today,” said Lainey Sibble, senior director, business operations, for Central Dispatch.

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Carscoops

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Just days after the automaker disclosed plans to indefinitely lay off 1,139 workers at its Toledo Assembly Complex, Stellantis has now confirmed an additional 400 job cuts at its Freud Street material logistics facility in Detroit.

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Auto Remarketing

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Alex Rawitz Chief Operating Officer / Co-Founder Mike Scenna Preowned Auto Logistics (PAL) Elizabeth Schuerman MBSi Emilee Stevens IAA Chad Stilwell Agora Data Jeremy Turner Location Services MC Kenny automotiveMastermind, Inc.

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Carscoops

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Originally spun off from Great Wall Motors’ battery division, SVOLT now aims to refocus its European presence around technical services, warehousing, engineering support, logistics, and maintenance.

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Autocar

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Engineered by Prodrive and designed by Astheimer (responsible for 2022’s striking Aura sports car concept and the Volta Zero electric truck ), the Evolv has been conceived to cater to a growing demand from logistics firms and retailers for “versatile, zero-emission vehicles”.

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Motor Trader

AUGUST 19, 2024

He will oversee day-to-day operations and drive excellence across all key functions, including car and commercial vehicle sales, aftersales, logistics, marketing, financial and insurance, and customer experience.

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Autocar

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

We were trying to get every second out of interaction between the driver and the van, because every 30 seconds that you save in a delivery we estimate is [worth an extra] 1% profitability for the logistics operator, ” Renault Group chief Luca de Meo explained in April.

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Drive.com

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Additionally, Mr Krautwasser mentioned Tesla’s inconsistent delivery schedule – often arriving earlier than expected – poses a significant logistics issue for the company – with the business approximately employing over 110,000 people in 160 countries globally. From Tesla’s perspective, this makes sense.

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Motor Trader

JUNE 18, 2024

In addition, Robin Brundle of Recyclus will provide a briefing on EV battery recycling, handling and logistics. “This is a subject that we know our members want to know more about and that reliable, impartial information is not always easy to obtain, so we’re expecting a high level of attendance.”

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Carscoops

MARCH 27, 2024

It will focus on post-race maintenance of power units and serve as a European hub for logistics as it supplies power units to the Aston Martin F1 team under the new regulations that come into place. Honda has announced the formation of a new company in the UK ahead of its full return to Formula 1 in 2026.

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Carscoops

AUGUST 8, 2024

His case rests on the logistics of integrating the companies during this new collaboration. Nissan, Mitsubishi, and Honda recently joined forces to build EVs and software. Now, former Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn believes that ultimately, Honda intends to take over both brands.

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Drive.com

APRIL 5, 2024

Flexis has also worked with logistics companies on the interiors of its vans, with French firm CMA CGM also taking a 10 per cent stake in the business. The start-up, Flexis, which was founded last month, is 45 per cent owned by the two car companies – which will invest €300 million ($AU494 million) over the next three years.

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Carscoops

AUGUST 22, 2024

Read: Stellantis Shareholders File Lawsuit Amid Cratering Profits Rivian has appointed the head of logistics Carlo Materazzo to oversee production in the interim. Prior to joining Rivian, Fallon worked at Nissan for more than 16 years in various positions, including vice president of Manufacturing Canton.

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Motor Trader

MARCH 27, 2024

EV pricing, fleet remarketing trends and remarketing logistics were discussed at the VRA’s March meeting. Falling EV values stabilise once they reach price parity with their ICE equivalents, the Vehicle Remarketing Association (VRA) heard. Discussions centered on EVs achieving price parity with their ICE equivalents.

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Motor Trader

OCTOBER 23, 2024

BCA’s logistics network, auction footprint and sales capability represents the most efficient volume vehicle remarketing model serving the UK used vehicle sector.”

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Drive.com

MARCH 7, 2024

The government will also invest $22 million to help facilitate the purchase of electric cars and trucks within the freight and logistics industry, and local councils in Western Australia. .” Europcar and Ampol also have plans to install 256 chargers across 41 hire car sites across the country.

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Motor Trader

APRIL 17, 2024

Daniel Smith, the ex-head of aftersales at Cazoo, has joined City Auction Group’s logistics arm PurpleRock as operations director. Smith will be responsible for developing PurpleRock’s vehicle defleet, logistics and repair business across all locations, including new ventures to be announced in the NW and Midlands.

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Carscoops

AUGUST 13, 2024

Logistical issues are handled well too. On the outside of the RV, you’ll find an electric bike rack, additional fuel storage, two different towing hitches, three 180-watt solar panels, an awning, and an outdoor shower. There are even some external speakers that can play music from the stereo system in the RV.

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Selly Automotive

JUNE 14, 2024

They discuss Mary’s journey into the transportation space from automotive retail, the current state of automotive transport and logistics, and what makes Montway Auto Transport a leader in the industry. They also cover Montway's M.A.P. system and its impact on inventory and transportation management for dealerships.

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Dealership News

AUGUST 2, 2022

ACERTUS , an omnichannel automotive logistics platform, today was named the preferred vendor for vehicle logistics by the National Independent Automobile Dealers Association (NIADA).

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