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April 2021 edition

EUROPE AUTOMOTIVE
Has the German automotive industry finally heard the wake-up call?

European Manufacturers Race on Electric Vehicle Batteries

Europe’s Car Sales Are Recovering, But Strength Exaggerated By Weak Comparisons

Europe has overtaken China on electric cars. Three roadblocks stand in the way

EU, U.S. Rules as EV Batteries Reach End of Road

Europe Gearing Up to Be an EV Battery Hub
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Krishna Barad. Mr. Barad is Partner with the Indirect Tax practice of BDO India, with a special focus on Customs & International Trade. He has over 27 years of experience in Customs, Foreign Trade Policy, International Trade, Shipping & Logistics related matters.
Listen to Krishna Barad Interview here
EUROPE AUTOMOTIVE (continued) ...

German Automotive Group Daimler's Chairman Sees a Future Where Smart Cars Adopt the Smartphone Model

Can Tesla Dominate Germany’s Market for Electric Vehicles?

Has VW cracked the code to overtake Tesla?

Vulcan starts German pilot lithium plant

The End Of An Era: Peugeot Changes Its Logo

Car makers open to higher CO2 targets, if there is matching infrastructure ramp-up across the EU
Toyota Start-Up Investment to Boost European Hydrogen Capabilities

Weekly Brief: Volkswagen Prank Proves a BEV Can Backfire

Can Auto Tech Plunder an Endless Pot of Gold?
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
This Interview features Mirko Woitzik. Mr. Woitzik is Manager EMEA, Risk Intelligence at DHL – Resilience360, and based in Germany. He is also the author of the report on ‘research showing the impact of COVID-19 on EMEA Automotive Industry.
Listen to Mirko Woitzik Interview here
This Interview features Daron Gifford. Mr. Gifford is Partner, Strategy Consulting Services Leader, Automotive Industry Leader, and Commercial Due Diligence Services Leader for Plante Moran. Mr. Gifford is also one of the automotive industry’s leading experts.
Listen to Daron Gifford Interview here
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MEXICO MANUFACTURING & MEXICO INDUSTRIAL PARKS
INTERMEX AT A GLANCE
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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE

The emerging European battery supply chain

Unblocking the Suez Canal, the Connecting Europe Express, and putting a price on road emissions

Navigating Sanctions and Export Controls: A Guide for EMEA Businesses

Survey on Brexit Supply Chains Examines Risk Mitigation

A game of two halves at Europe’s vehicle ports

Data Protection Developments in Europe – Supply Chain and Distribution

Ireland: EU-Mercosur trade deal ‘unlikely’ during Portuguese presidency

Postponement of post-brexit border checks in Great Britain

Britain Delays Brexit Import Checks to Avert Disruption
OEMs & SUPPLIERS: PRACTICAL SUPPLY CHAIN IMPROVEMENTS USING AI
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MANUFACTURING & ECONOMY

Polish, Czech manufacturing sentiment strongest since 2018 amid supply issues

Pandemic upsurge hits Europe recovery hopes

Tesla Slams German Bureaucracy, Offers Reform Proposals

Europe could be seeing the decline of its gig economy. And new rules could mean higher prices

UK calls for end to ‘pernicious’ trade practices, in apparent swipe at China

Chinese sanctions threaten EU investment pact

France backs looser EU debt rules
GLOBAL M&A, JOINT VENTURES, FUNDING

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  • China Rubber Spare Parts Automotive Manufacturer
  • U.S. Auto Spare Parts Supplier
  • India Automotive Supplier
  • U.S. Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
  • India Machining Supplier
  • Czech Republic Aircraft Manufacturer

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  • Energy Storage, Automotive & Mobility Manufacturers
  • OEM Parts Manufacturer
  • Suspension & Steering System Manufacturer
  • Aluminum Auto Components & Assemblies Supplier

LOOKING FOR JV / TECH PARTNER:
  • India Automotive Tier 1 (seat maker)
  • India Automotive Tier 1 (electronics)

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FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A

US SPACs look beyond their backyard to Europe

Brussels Report: Trans-Atlantic Data Talks May Move at a Quicker Clip

German bankruptcies fall to lowest level since 1990s

Brexit and tax challenges it brings to foreign investors

UK companies wind down their European M&A activity

Polish banks sweat over Swiss franc ruling

What's next in European Research, Development & Innovation and Incentives

IFRS compared to German GAAP and Dutch GAAP
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Listen to Allen Koski Interview here
HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT

Belarusian IT specialists relocate to Poland

Spain Is The Latest Country To Try A Four-Day Workweek

European Countries Mandate Masks in the Workplace

UK: HMRC confirm changes to calculating Post-Employment Notice Pay

More than 2.5 million UK employees will never feel comfortable returning to the workplace

The best and worst places to live in the UK – is your town on the list?

Amazon won in Alabama but still faces resistance in Europe
INTERNATIONAL HEALTH INSURANCE & SECURITY
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EVENTS

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

WEBINAR (April 15): By DLA Piper
"Post-Brexit Impact: How is the Trade Cooperation Agreement (TCA) working to date?"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

WEBINAR (April 21): By Plante Moran
U.S.: "Foreign tax credits and anti-deferral update"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

VIRTUAL EXPO (April 26-29): By Uludag Automotive Industry Exporters' Association (OIB)
"Auto Expo Turkey 2021"
To learn more or to register, visit here.

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