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SEPTEMBER 2022 EDITION
U.S. & CANADA AUTOMOTIVE
NHTSA issues updated cybersecurity best practices for the safety of modern vehicles

Motor Mouth: Is this how Canada becomes an EV superpower?

How electric vehicle manufacturing could shrink the Midwestern job market

This Midwestern factory was dead. Electric vehicles revived it.

U.S.: Georgia positioning itself as an EV production hub

Electric-Vehicle Revolution Plays Right Into Michigan’s Hand
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Allen C. Koski, 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.
Listen to Allen Koski Interview here
U.S. & CANADA AUTOMOTIVE (continued)

Which US States Have The Most EV Charging Infrastructure Per Car?

California’s car culture isn’t ready for net zero

California’s gas car ban will change how everyone drives

State—not federal—policy guides US autonomous driving

Location Factors in the EV Industry — “Mission Critical” or “Nice to Have”?

Electric vehicle batteries could add $48B annually to Canada's economy: report

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Strong U.S. Dollar Could Weaken U.S. Auto Industry Exports

Honda, GM, Toyota Ramping Up U.S. Battery Production

UAW Wins Shirt Skirmish But Still Hasn’t Organized Tesla

Auto Care Association Announces 2022 Impact Award Winners

J.D. Power & LMC Automotive: US Auto Forecast for Aug. 2022

AutoZone Reports Annual Sales of $16.3B
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Global Automotive M&A Ventures and Why Brands are Vital for Success
This Interview features Chris Bowers, CEO and Agency Principal of CMB Automotive Marketing, and a global automotive marketing and communications expert. CMB is a global agency with offices in the UK and Detroit. He recently presented keynotes on global branding to the OESA and AASA automotive industry ...

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Global Dexterity: Your International Talent Leadership Differentiator
This Interview features Andrew Molinsky, Professor of Organizational Behavior and Management at Brandeis University’s International Business School. His research and writing has been featured in Harvard Business Review, the Financial Times, the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, among others. Andy was ...

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ACCESS OVER 250 AUDIO INTERVIEWS
Listen to any of over 250 Audio Interviews with Experts on global automotive related business and operational topics such as HR, supply chain, legal, finance, M&A, markets and more.
View list of over 250 Interviews here
MEXICO INDUSTRIAL MARKET TRENDS REPORTS - Q2 2022
Latest Mexico Industrial Market Trends Reports - Q2 2022
To access the 22 Mexico Industrial Market Trends Reports Q2 2022, please visit here.
SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE
EVs to Bring About a Dramatic Transformation of the Automotive Supply Chain

Canceled sailings, stuck vessels, warehouse prices show U.S. ports are still struggling

New Trade Rules and Import Compliance Trends on the E-Commerce Horizon

What is Canada’s place in the new Great Game, over the control of critical minerals and rare earths?

Massive US Rare Earths Project Is Larger Than Previously Expected

A shorter and richer automotive supply chain is made possible by modularization and standardization

USMCA domestic content rules changing automotive industry

Building Supply Chain Excellence in a Climate of Disruption

Front Line: Is Reshoring Production the Answer to Supply Chain Woes?

Container rates for US west coast jump over 30% in Aug.
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A
What’s next for US M&A?

The changing face of US M&A activity

Straight Talk: Recent Trends In Canadian M&A

Canada: Tax directors beware — Canadian downward transfer pricing adjustment must be challenged at the Federal Court, not the Tax Court

U.S.: Notice 2022-36 provides taxpayers with significant penalty relief

Snapshot: tax litigation in Canada

Squaring Off Between Carbon Taxes And Renewable Energy Incentives

Hungary and United States: Treasury terminates tax treaty with Hungary
RECORDED WEBINAR

LEVERAGING MEXICO TO REDUCE DEPENDENCE ON CHINESE AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIERS
Because of US/China tariffs, high logistics costs from Asia, Covid, power outages in China, growing Chinese costs and other reasons, automotive suppliers are diversifying their global supply chain and manufacturing into Mexico ...

To learn more or to register for recorded webinar, visit here.
GLOBAL M&A OPPORTUNITIES | DEALS AVAILABLE

FOR SALE:
  • USA: Plastic-Injection Molding Supplier
  • USA: Plastics, Non-Ferrous Metals, Composite Wood Products Manufacturer
  • TURKEY: Plastics Auto Parts Manufacturing Supplier
  • TURKEY: Metal-Alloyed Spare Parts Production Company
  • ARGENTINA: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • VIETNAM: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • ASIA: Automotive and Components Supplier
  • ASIA: Industrial Equipment, Chemical, Agricultural Equipment Distributor
  • VIETNAM: Largest Truck Logistics Company
  • USA: Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
  • INDIA: Machining Supplier

LOOKING TO BUY:
  • Mexico aluminum injection parts manufacturer
  • U.S. EV Motor or EV Motor Controller Supplier
  • Multinational 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

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 Sources page here.
MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY
Steel Makers Warn on Demand Trends

CHIPS Act could make the US a semiconductor powerhouse

Front Line: U.S. Seeks to Manufacture Critical Rare Earth Materials

Canada factory activity shrinks on sagging output, new orders

North America AI Survey

Manufacturing's Big Rethink: A Shift in Approaches, Attitudes, Investments

Delivering the US manufacturing renaissance

Future of Disputes North America: Lifecycle of a Cyber-attack
HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT
How electric vehicle manufacturing could shrink the Midwestern job market

3 Ways to Reduce Manufacturing’s Skills and Labor Shortage in Canada

DOL’s Proposed Form Revision Could Have Chilling Effect on Contractors

The Employer Report: Navigating US and Global Employment Law

Canadian Labour and Employment Law

Who’s not working in the U.S.? Learn the basics

U.S. Approval of Labor Unions at Highest Point Since 1965

US Rail-Union Deal Showcases Labor Angst Extending Beyond Wages
INTERNATIONAL HEALTH & TRAVEL INSURANCE, AND SECURITY

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EVENTS

RECORDED WEBINAR (recorded June 29, 2022): By Harris Bricken and East West Associates
"Leveraging Mexico to Reduce Dependence on Chinese Automotive Suppliers"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31, 2021): By INDEX
"Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico"
To watch webinar, visit here.

RECORDED WEBINAR (February 8, 2022): By Harris Bricken
"Moving Your Manufacturing from China to Mexico"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

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