Automotive Logistics

Christopher Ludwig, Chief Content Officer at Automotive Logistics, rounded up our final day of #FVLNA, celebrating another fantastic event with over 450 guests joining us in Huntington Beach, California. The 14th edition of the event brought together industry leaders, innovators, and stakeholders to address the most pressing challenges and opportunities in the finished vehicle logistics sector. Closing the event, Chris Ludwig discussed the day's topics, with key insights into electric vehicle logistics, charging constraints, quality control and strategic resilience amid uncertainty. While delegates enjoyed lunch in the California sun, the day’s earlier sessions delivered critical insight into the complex logistics landscape, with a particular focus on EV supply chains, charging infrastructure and quality assurance. Chris highlighted one key theme echoed across the panels: decisions to halt production or shipments must be based on comprehensive data, not panic. The stakes are high, and OEMs need full visibility of costs and lost capacity before acting. 🔗 Check out all content highlights: https://lnkd.in/e82uFJUX? Secure your spot for next year's event! 📅 21-23 April 2026: https://lnkd.in/emhC9n8z #AutomotiveLogistics #SupplyChain #Digitalisation #Collaboration #Sustainability #SupplyChainManagement

And that's a wrap! We're delighted to look back over the last couple of days and the fantastic content-packed agenda with insightful discussions and valuable takeaways. A massive thank you to all our speakers, partners and delegates for making it another outstanding event. 🔗 All content highlights at your fingertips: https://lnkd.in/e82uFJUX Reserve your spot for next year's event! 📅 21-23 April 2026: https://lnkd.in/emhC9n8z And don't forget to share your thoughts and photos from this year's event using #FVLNA #AutomotiveLogistics #AutomotiveEvents #FinishedVehicleLogistics

The energy was high once again on day two of #FVLNA, with more thought-provoking sessions and networking opportunities. 🚗 Amy Paulsen, GM; Gary Davis, Nationwide Auto Services; Yanni Arvis, DRS Group; Yannic Hansen, Inform will explore how OEMs and carriers are elevating standards through stronger partnerships, data-driven damage prevention, and faster reaction times. 💡Thomas Shannon, GM; Tony Stinsa, International and Charles Franklin, Glovis America are looking at an electric future; how the charging infrastructure, equipment and flexible solutions that will ensure the seamless transport and delivery of electric vehicles across North America. ☕ A big thank you to our coffee sponsor CRC Transport LLC for keeping us energised and fuelling some great conversations. 🌟 And a big shout out to FreightVerify Inc for hosting another fabulous networking lunch to round off another excellent year at #FVLNA. 🔗 Stay tuned for all content updates:https://lnkd.in/enrqEvv2 #AutomotiveLogistics #AutomotiveEvents #FVLNA #FinishedVehicleLogistics Megan Kelly Anushka Dixit Emily Uwemedimo Matt Allard Gavin Andrews Alistair Newton

We're ready for the ultimate day of #FVLNA, following a flying start yesterday. We heard from speakers from General Motors, Rivian, Volkswagen, Nissan Motor Corporation and more in sessions addressing improving efficiency, AI, flexibility and more. Our Chief Content Officer, Christopher Ludwig brought the day to a close with a summary of the industry’s current crossroads—and how it must reimagine the road ahead. Ludwig recapped how ongoing uncertainty around tariffs continues to challenge OEMs, encouraging more dynamic scenario planning and cross-border coordination. And there's much more to come today! Follow along on our live blog: https://lnkd.in/enrqEvv2 #AutomotiveLogistics #AutomotiveEvents #FVLNA #FinishedVehicleLogistics Megan Kelly Anushka Dixit Emily Uwemedimo Matt Allard Gavin Andrews Alistair Newton

🥗 What better way to end day one of #FVLNA than with a delicious dinner on the lawns of the Waterfront Beach Resort last night. Check out all of today's highlights: https://lnkd.in/ecVyEtFJ WHAT IS THIS LINK #AutomotiveLogistics #AutomotiveEvents #FinishedVehicleLogistics #FVLNA #Networking

We've had a brilliant day at #FVLNA today; let's recap the day's recent highlights: 💭 Our opening session featured Anu Goel, Volkswagen, alongside John Perkovich RPM, Christine Krathwohl FreightVerify Inc and Christoph Seitz DP World who shared valuable insights into how carmakers and logistics providers like themselves are re-imagining the finished vehicle supply chain to keep pace with industry transformation. 🚀 Todd Myers, Nissan Motor Corporation and Darren Acker, GLS GLOVIS America, Inc. , Erin Murphy Blue Yonder and Adrian Jennings Cognosos, Inc. discussed leveraging advanced networks engineering to overcome disruptions, optimise planning, and adapt to shifting demands and regulations. 🤸 Tim Francis and Sarah Hathaway General Motors joined Kristian Hansen, GLOVIS America, Inc. and Krista Castro, CSS, to share how these experts are designing and operating flexible vehicle logistics networks as industry demands change. 🌐 Paul Virgin and Elliott Hughes Volkswagen led a dynamic session on AI’s transformative potential and practical applications across the finished vehicle supply chain.    🚗 Ben Shain, Nissan Motor Corporation, Royce Neubauer, Auto Hauler Exchange; Anton Alex Balta, CRC Transport LLC and Joe Haney, Accelerated Services Auto Transporters explained how they're enhancing autohauler efficiency to keep the metal moving in an increasingly demanding and freight landscape.   💡 Melissa Connolly, Association of American Railroads; Sarah Slazinski, Canadian National discussed driving faster, greener, and more flexible deliveries to ensure better availability, visibility, and delivery accuracy.    🚗Brian Watanabe and Melissa Tremp, General Motors; Ryan Kooistra, Rivian; Jeremy White, Autos in Motion shared key insights in this collaborative session on developing best practises on leveraging data, technology, and process innovation across each stage of delivery. 🌟 In the day's final keynote session, Patrick Manzi, PhD, National Automotive Dealers Association, gave us the inside track on the latest sales and production outlook for North America.   We're just about ready to wrap up the content now and get ready for our well-earned dinner reception!   🔗 Check out the live blog for all content updates: https://lnkd.in/enrqEvv2

Our conference teddies are flying off the shelves! If you’re with us at #FVLNA today and tomorrow make sure to collect your stamp card at registration and get it filled in by visiting our exhibitors to claim yours - and be in with a chance to win a pair of AirPods! Hurry, they’re running out… Well done to CRC Transport LLC, Port of San Diego, and Andrea Morrison and Abby Jones Advanced Parking Tech, and everyone else who has claimed theirs! #FinishedVehicleLogistics #AutomotiveLogistics #AutomotiveEvents Matt Allard Alistair Newton Gavin Andrews Dan Wood

🌟 We've enjoyed a brilliant morning at #FVLNA and we've refuelled with a delicious lunch, with thanks to FreightVerify Inc for hosting a wonderful networking lunch. Over 420 delegates had the chance to network and reflect on the morning's highlights while enjoying great food. Now we're ready for our afternoon ahead with more great agenda sessions featuring Nissan Motor Corporation, Association of American Railroads, General Motors, National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) and more. 🔗 Don't forget to check out our live blog: https://lnkd.in/enrqEvv2 #AutomotiveLogistics #Networking #AutomotiveEvents #FVLNA #FinishedVehicleLogistics

The coffee breaks at #FVLNA are more than just a chance to refuel – they are the perfect opportunity for attendees to unwind, recharge, and build meaningful connections.   ☕ A big thank you to our coffee sponsor, CRC Transport LLC, for fuelling the discussions and keeping the conversations flowing!   #FVLNA #FinishedVehicleLogistics #AutomotiveEvents #Networking

As we head into our next sessions of #FVLNA today, we're taking a quick look back at the brilliant golf day we enjoyed yesterday, thanks to our hosts KHS. Despite the fog that rolled in shortly after tee off, the day was a great one for good conversation, making new connections and some healthy competition. Just what we needed before getting stuck into the packed agenda we've got lined up today! #AutomotiveLogistics #GolfDay #FVLNA #FinishedVehicleLogistics Scott Goodwin Matt Allard Gavin Andrews Alistair Newton