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February 2021 edition

U.S. and CANADA AUTOMOTIVE
To make the US auto fleet greener, increasing fuel efficiency matters more than selling electric vehicles

Self-Driving Cars' Look, Feel Is Clearer through Final U.S. Safety Rules

The US Automotive Industry: Global Players Facing Tightened US Trade Rules

Motor Mouth: Is Canada about to become an automotive powerhouse again?

Unprecedented investments driving the change to a greener auto sector in Ontario

Alabama’s auto industry primes for growth milestones in 2021

INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Shruti Vaidyanathan, Transportation Program Director, ACEEE (American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy), who oversees research on vehicle efficiency and system-wide transportation efficiency. She has 10 years’ experience in transportation efficiency issues and her work has most recently focused on passenger and freight mobility best practices at the state and local levels and the role of emerging mobility options and autonomous vehicles in sustainable urban transportation systems.
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U.S. and CANADA AUTOMOTIVE (continued) ...


Apple’s Search for an Autonomous Vehicle Partner Continues. Who It Could Choose.

How Canada can capitalize on U.S. auto sector's abrupt pivot to EVs

North American vehicle makers steer a course through Covid

U.S. Is Losing the Battery Race Despite Having the Right Stuff

General Motors' Plan for 100% Electric Vehicle Lineup by 2035 - Impact on Suppliers

BMW Group Once Again Largest Us Automotive Exporter

Only One Non-American Car Enters List Of 10 Most Unsold 2020 Inventory

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E-commerce and Industrial Real Estate: The Winning Combination

Editor’s Interview: Lorenzo Dominique Berho, President Mexican Association of Industrial Parks

Sweden in Mexico
Scandal Has Hurt UAW Organizing Efforts, Gamble Says

Continental Says Long-Range Lidar Key to AV Evolution

Super Bowl LV Spotlight on Automaker Ads
Seven Trends Making Their Way Into The Aftermarket

Edmunds Forecasts 15.5M New Vehicles Will Be Sold In 2021

Advance, Team Penske Announce Innovative Partnership For 2021
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
This Interview features Ryan Robinson, research leader supporting the global Automotive sector for Deloitte’s Consumer Industry Center at Deloitte LLP. His primary focus is creating engaging, actionable insights to deepen the conversation around key trends and issues occurring across the global automotive sector landscape.
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This Interview features Leslie Alan Glick, co-chair of the Butzel Long International Trade and Customs Specialty team. He is a specialist in international trade and customs for over 30 years, and is the author of 5 books on international trade and customs topics, including NAFTA and USMCA. He has given a series of seminars on USMCA-NAFTA 2.0. He is active in importer response to new tariffs under sections 232 and 301(have filed over 50 exclusion requests for clients) as well as complex country of origin rulings. He works with US importers and exporters from Mexico, Brazil, Italy, Austria, France, Germany, China, Turkey, Japan and Vietnam.
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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

Four Things Importers From China Should Know About U.S. Antidumping Cases

USMCA compliance: Qualify your products using these four steps

Crafting The American Supply Chain Modernization Act

Biden’s Trade Policy Stresses Investment in U.S. Jobs

Biden Administration Maintains Status Quo on EU Product Tariffs (At Least for Now)

U.S.-bound imports remain elevated in January, reports Panjiva

LTL carriers continue to issue general rate increases

US inland ports make headway as shippers eye 'crucial speed-to-market'

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MANUFACTURING & ECONOMY

US economy to reach pre-COVID-19 levels within a year: economists

U.S. Manufacturing Expects 6.9% Sales Growth in 2021

Canada's manufacturing sales up in December

The consumer price index increased marginally in January

US Economy Slowed But Didn’t Collapse at End of 2020

U-M’s Economic Growth Institute awarded US STEM grant to boost cybersecurity within manufacturing

COVID-19: What It Means for Manufacturing in Canada

GLOBAL M&A, JOINT VENTURES, FUNDING

U.S. COMPANY FOR SALE:
30+ year old US-based material handling automation equipment systems integrator would like to sell to a buyer who can utilize their capabilities to generate $50,000,000 in revenue. Currently the company is operating at $30,000,000 in revenue. The companies has a talented team of engineers, designer, and component manufacturers. The company offers standard products and can produce custom components to meet any material handling challenge in a manufacturing environment.

INDIA AUTO SUPPLIER FOR SALE:
India-based automotive supplier (one of the largest manufacturers of sheet metal components in India) is seeking to be acquired. Revenues $42 million, and EBITDA of (-$1.4 million).

INDIA MACHINERY SUPPLIER FOR SALE:
Well-established, India-based manufacturing supplier of machinery for global automotive and other industries. Company holds patents for 11 basic and 23 derivative models of CNC Machines, and has partnerships/JVs with Italian and Czech Republic based firms.

CZECH REPUBLIC AIRCRAFT MANUFACTURER FOR SALE
Modern aircraft manufacturing company, specializing in design and production of two-seat, all metal LSA. Ready to launch two new models (Part 23). Over 650 units sold in 30 countries, and company has secured valuable certifications, including EU Aviation Safety Agency and US ASTUM standards. In-house research, manufacturing, and assembly.

TURKISH AUTO LEASE PROJECT FINANCING:
Long-term debt investment of 35 million euros sought to finance growth of a market leader in the Turkish passenger car rental industry. Funds to be used for (a) refinance loans amounting 11 million euros, and (b) acquire new fleet of 24 million euros to satisfy increasing market demand.

LOOKING TO BUY COMPANY:
A Global Automotive Parts Manufacturer is looking to purchase a Manufacturer of Aluminum Automotive Components and Assemblies in Mexico or the U.S., with an EBITDA between $1 and $5 Million.


To learn more about the above and other opportunities, contact:
Ron Hesse - RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com

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FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

Global tax considerations for U.S. businesses choosing a foreign entity structure

“Made in America” Executive Order to Affect International Companies and FDI

Tax Court Denies Research Credits for Research Activities

Competition and Antirust Law Enforcement Act Proposes Wholesale Changes to U.S. Antitrust Law

Lawmakers Push for Retroactive Tax Increase

Top 12 Biden Executive Orders Related to Healthcare and COVID-19

ASC 842 new GAAP leasing standard: Tax considerations

Incentivizing (COVID-19) Vaccinations: What Employers Need to Know

HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Want to reward staff? Consider a nonqualified deferred compensation plan

USCIS Rescinds Controversial Guidance on H-1B Classification for Computer-Related Positions

Viewpoint: Optimizing Global Mobility’s Emergency Response Plans

Complying with Minimum-Wage Laws in 2021

The First 48 Hours – A New OSHA COVID-19 Standard on the Way?

Businesses Beware: The Government Turns Up the Antitrust Heat on Agreements to Not Compete for Employees

Remote Workers: HR Management Put to the Test to Consider State Leave Laws, Handbooks, Policies and Taxes

Sustaining Industrial Labor Needs During and After the Pandemic

Federal Labor & Employment Legislation to Watch: Paycheck Fairness Act, PRO Act, and FAMILY Act

This Interview “As Global Travel Returns to Auto Industry: Protecting You, Your Family, and Employees” features Allen C. Koski. Mr. Koski is President of Insured Nomads, the first insurtech in global benefits. Previously Allen was a Senior Vice President at United Healthcare Global and prior to that instrumental in the growth and development of Cigna Global in roles that ranged across sales and sales leadership.
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EVENTS

WEBINAR (recorded December 10, 2020): By MexicoNow
"Mexico’s Heavy Vehicles Industry Outlook 2020 - 2025"
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WEBINAR (February 17): By Foley
"Winning in the Unknown - U.S. Intellectual Property Development Seminar Series"
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VIRTUAL (March 10): By Wards Intelligence
"Wards Intelligence Outlook Conference"
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VIRTUAL Event (March 16-17): By ETAuto.com
"EV Conclave: Rising From Uncertainties"
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