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AUGUST 2022 EDITION
U.S. & CANADA AUTOMOTIVE
EU says US Tax Credits for Electric Cars 'Discriminatory'

USTR shrugs off EU criticism of EV tax credit

US car industry leads the world in production cuts over chip shortages

The Motor City is moving south as EVs change the automotive industry

Canada: Unifor calls for national auto policy after landmark vote to elect Lana Payne as first female president

Headwinds persist for auto industry as US July sales fall 8.9% year on year
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
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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U.S. & CANADA AUTOMOTIVE (continued)

Automakers Invest Billions in North American EV and Battery Manufacturing Facilities

EV Revolution Creates Massive Need for New Auto Production Facilities

U.S. House lawmakers look to jump-start self-driving legislative push

Tesla discloses lobbying effort for new factory in Canada

Apple’s new car software could be a trojan horse into the automotive industry

Unifor unveils roadmap to rebuild Canadian auto sector

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Canadian Auto Sector Praises Tax-Credit Extension for U.S.-Made EVs

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J.D. Power Reveals Data on Economy/Range Satisfaction Gap
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Differences Among Top Automotive Manufacturing Regions in Mexico: How do Suppliers Select Best Locations?
This Interview features Gary Swedback, CEO of NAI Mexico and NAI PanAmericas, part of the NAI Global network, a leading industrial and commercial real estate firm. NAIMexico operates 25 offices across Mexico and Latin America, ...

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Auto OEMs, Suppliers Face Compliance Challenges Under US Forced-Labor Law Targeting China
This Interview features Leslie Alan Glick, co-chair of the Butzel Long International Trade and Customs Specialty team. He works with US importers and exporters from China, Mexico, Brazil, Italy, Austria, France, Germany, Turkey, Japan and Vietnam ...

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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.
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MEXICO INDUSTRIAL MARKET TRENDS REPORTS - Q2 2022
Latest Mexico Industrial Market Trends Reports - Q2 2022
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SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE
Taiwan-US trade deal talks to start soon: John Deng

Global Shipping Crisis: Record U.S. Container Import Volume Continues in June, but Signs of Increased Congestion and Delays

Blueprints for the rebound at North America’s vehicle ports

Record container ship traffic jam as backlog continues to build

US containerized imports keep record pace in June, start strong in July

US Exports Hit New Record in June

U.S., Canada demand trade dispute talks over Mexican energy policies

Maersk's struggles to move freight in Canada highlight supply-chain woes
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A
Book Tax Would Disproportionately Burden Manufacturers

It's a Hot Month for M&A With $63 Billion in North America Deals So Far

How The (U.S.) Senate-Approved Corporate Minimum Tax Works

U.S.: Ninth Circuit holds mandatory Repatriation Tax is constitutional

Chapter 15 Bankruptcy Update — Broad relief may be available upon recognition without establishing COMI in the jurisdiction of the foreign proceeding

Canada: Restrictions on Restrictive Covenants – The secret to protecting Trade Secrets (Video Chat)

Fact Sheet for US Issuers Considering an IPO in Sweden

How to Protect Your Company’s IP
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
Front Line: U.S. Seeks to Manufacture Critical Rare Earth Materials

Ontario announces $500K investment in Greenlid to support manufacturing jobs

Why manufacturing hasn’t returned to Canada

The United States has rejected the OECD minimum tax. Canada should as well – Part I

US Manufacturing Growth Slows Further in July: Survey

Canada Factory Shipments Decline in June

U-M Study: Local Renewable Energy Jobs Can Fully Replace Coal Jobs Across U.S.

Charts: Advanced Manufacturing in U.S., Canada
HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT
Inflation Reduction Act's Health Care Provisions Could Affect Employers

United States: DOJ continues to prioritize the protection of competitive labor markets

Top 10 Mistakes in Handling I-9 Forms

Canada Immigration: All you need to know about Express Entry

Front Line: Unionization Efforts Trending Upward

Michigan Court of Claims Restores Laws Regarding Paid Leave and Minimum Wage – What Employers Need to Know

Court Temporarily Pauses Earned Sick Time and Minimum Wage Changes for Michigan Employers

Michigan Court of Appeals Decision Cautions Need for Review of Arbitration Agreements in Employee Handbooks

AIRINC: Key Takeaways from our Global Mobility Leaders Roundtable
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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"
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CONFERENCE & EXHIBITION (August 17-18, 2022): By MexicoNow
"Mexico's Auto Industry Summit" in Leon, Mexico
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RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31, 2021): By INDEX
"Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico"
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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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