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NOVEMBER 2021 edition

U.S. and CANADA AUTOMOTIVE
U.S. can't rely on China for electric vehicle supplies

Canada, Mexico to challenge Biden’s EV tax boost

How Canada could retaliate if tariff-like U.S. electric car policy goes ahead

Has Canada-United States Automobile Manufacturing Trade Hit a Red Light? What “Buy American” Could Mean for the Canadian Motor Vehicle Industry

Elon Musk shares hilarious theory about why US leaders are refusing to admit that Tesla exists

Apple Car Will Be Major Turning Point, Says Investment Bank Morgan Stanley

Apple accelerates work on car project, aiming for fully autonomous vehicle
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Jeff Franklin, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Los Angeles-based ATI. His current consulting practice focuses, not only, on advising funds and companies on financial transactions in the entertainment business, but also, acquisitions and restructuring of entertainment assets. In addition, he advises companies on going public through U.S.-based SPACs.
Listen to Jeff Franklin Interview here
U.S. and CANADA AUTOMOTIVE (continued) ...

Tennessee: A Growing Capital of Electric Vehicle Production

Dreams of making Canada an EV battery manufacturing hot spot stuck in neutral as country 'keeps missing out'

U.S. October car sales and inventories rise, but don’t call it a comeback

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg on Autonomous Driving Technology

Waymo to begin deploying autonomous cars to New York

A look into autonomous vehicles on Michigan State University's campus

Consumer Reports: Electrified Vehicles Becoming More Reliable

Unlearning What Toyota Taught Us

Informa Tech Automotive Awards Honor Industry Innovators
Mexico: Heavy vehicle sales rebounded in October

FDI arrivals to Mexico increased by 5.7%

Global Chip Shortage Is an Opportunity to Attract Investment to North America
Overheard: Consequences Of The Vehicle Shortage

Sentinel Capital Partners Acquires Empire Auto Parts

The Parts Alliance Rebrands As GSF Car Parts
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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
New U.S.-EU Steel and Aluminum Deal on Section 232 Tariffs: Impact on the Automotive Industry
Interview features Les 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 ...
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Current Status of US Import Supply Chain and Recommended Actions
Interview features Lauren Pittelli, founder and Principal of Baker Logistics Consulting. Prior to starting Baker, Lauren held national and regional roles at leading freight forwarding firms where she managed international freight, customs and ...
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Listen to over 200 Audio Interviews with Experts on global automotive related topics such as HR, supply chain, legal, finance, M&A, markets and more:
View list of over 200 Interviews here
LESSONS LEARNED: "CEO INSIGHTS FOR MANUFACTURING IN MEXICO"

RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31)

Watch recorded webinar "Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico" by INDEX.

To learn more and to watch, visit here.
SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

US, Japan Create Forum to Resolve Trade Frictions

Port Congestion Eases in Asia While U.S. Battles Import Deluge

Canadian steel manufacturers embracing ‘green steel’ as carbon taxes set to rise

How Shippers Can Combat the Effects of the Increasing Truck Driver Shortage

Three Tips for Improving Freight Procurement in the Supply Chain Logjam

Canada: Mid-market manufacturers geared to strengthen supply chains despite pandemic, BDO report

U.S.: This Is What Port Congestion Looks Like

Watch: Why Should the Supply Chain Care About Cybersecurity?
WEBINAR: "GAIN INSIGHTS INTO YOUR GLOBAL SUPPLY CHAIN"
EV Supply Chain Solutions
GlobalAutoIndustry.com’s latest OnDemand Seminar (recorded webinar) features Franklin Foulger, Sr. Director with TadaNow. Recorded October 2021.

To watch recorded webinar, visit here.

To schedule an Online Demo, register here.
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

Challenged – OSHA’s Rule Mandating COVID Vaccinations or Weekly Testing for Employers Halted

Bounty Hunting for Part Suppliers: Whistleblowers

How an International Business Can Enter the U.S. Market Via M&A

U.S. Antitrust Efforts Pose Risk for Asian Companies

Stock Options: To Qualify, or Not to Qualify? That is the Question.

Automotive M&A is in top gear

SPACs fueling automotive and new-energy vehicle M&A in 2021

As Vehicles Become Computerized, NPE Patent Owners Are Targeting Automakers
FOR LEASE: SAN LUIS POTOSI, MEX
New industrial building within 3 km to both GM and BMW car plants in San Luis Potosi, Mexico. 170,000 sq. ft. facility available now for manufacturing, assembly, warehousing, logistics and more. Ideal for automotive suppliers.


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GLOBAL M&A & FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

FOR SALE:
  • USA: Automotive and Aftermarket Manufacturer
  • VIETNAM: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • ASIA: Automotive and Components Supplier
  • ASIA: Industrial Equipment, Chemical, Agricultural Equipment Distributor
  • VIETNAM: Largest Truck Logistics Company
  • SOLD: TURKEY: Plastic Based OEM Spare Parts Producer
  • SOLD: CHINA: Rubber Spare Parts Automotive Manufacturer
  • INDIA: Automotive Supplier
  • USA: Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
  • INDIA: Machining Supplier
  • USA: Machine Shop (1)
  • USA: Machine Shop (2)

LOOKING TO BUY:
  • U.S.-based Automotive Company
  • India-based Automotive OEM Spare Parts Manufacturers (Looking to Buy or Invest)
  • Machining or Ductile Iron Casting Company
  • Energy Storage, Automotive & Mobility Manufacturers
  • OEM Parts Manufacturer
  • Suspension & Steering System Manufacturer
  • Aluminum Auto Components & Assemblies Supplier

FINANCING | FUNDING SOURCES:
  • SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Company
  • Auto Suppliers | Companies Seeking to Invest
  • Founders & Start-ups Seeking Investment

To learn more about the above opportunities, contact Ron Hesse (RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com), or visit our International M&A and Funding page here.
MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY

The chip shortage is boosting US manufacturing: What you need to know

With Crisis Comes Opportunity

U.S.: Changes in the Incentives Landscape

U.S.: Reconciliation Bill Puts Tax Target on Manufacturers

Canada: Provincial minister points to benefits of government grants to local manufacturing

The “Great Resignation” Is Impacting Corporate Relocations

Manufacturers: SEC’s About-Face Is Deeply Troubling

US insights on the future of the manufacturing industry

How the Labor Shortage is Impacting the Supply Chain: Would Immigration Reform Help?
As Global Travel Returns to Auto Industry: Protecting You, Your Family, and Employees
Interview features Allen Koski, President of Insured Nomads. Previously Allen was a Sr. VP at United Healthcare Global and Cigna Global.

To listen to Interview, visit here.
HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Red Light, Green Light, Red Light: Considerations For Employers While Legal Challenges To The OSHA Emergency Temporary Standard Go Through the Courts

Wage surge hits Michigan businesses as they struggle to fill jobs

Labor Challenges in the Industrial and Manufacturing Sectors Persist

Tapping the potential of people: M&A and the auto industry

Ontario expanding Second Career Program, trying to extend the Jobs Training Tax Credit

How to Tap the Talent Automated HR Platforms Miss

Fear of travelling: Canadians need to put travel risk into perspective

Bringing More Women Into Manufacturing

U.S.: Top 10 Colleges Turning Out Engineers

iHire's 2021 Talent Retention Report
INTERNATIONAL HEALTH AND TRAVEL INSURANCE & SECURITY
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EVENTS

VIRTUAL PANEL SERIES (Nov. 24): By Driving
"Driving into the Future: Battery manufacturing in Canada"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

WEBINAR SERIES (October - November): By Baker McKenzie
"North America Trade Secrets Webinar and Video Chat Series"
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CONFERENCE (Dec. 2 - in Wash DC and virtual): By American Conference Institute
"ACI 38th International Conference on the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act"
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CONFERENCE (December 8-9, 2021): By Manufacturing Leadership Council in New Orleans, LA
"Manufacturing in 2030: The Shape of Things to Come"
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CONFERENCE (November 25): By CLEPA (online)
"CLEPA Aftermarket Conference 2021 - November edition"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31, 2021): By INDEX
"Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico"
To watch video webinar, visit here.

RECORDED WEBINAR (December 10, 2020): By MexicoNow
"Mexico’s Heavy Vehicles Industry Outlook 2020 - 2025"
To watch video webinar, visit here.

WEBINAR SERIES (December 2021 - January 2022): By Baker McKenzie
"Nuts and Bolts of Trade Compliance in Asia Pacific: Spotlight on Warehousing"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

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