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Looking to Boost Domestic Industry, Iran Bans Imports of Chevrolets

Iran has banned the import of Chevrolet cars, a week after Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei criticised imports of U.S. autos and asked the government to support domestic production.

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Is Widespread Adoption of Robotics Imminent?

Robotics has played a significant role in shaping the manufacturing environment for decades. Yet the impact of robotics in manufacturing has traditionally been directed at industrial manufacturing (think automotive manufacturing). This is all about to change as the new wave of robotics are equipped with intelligence systems, designed for flexibility and mobility, armed with sensors to enable human and robot collaboration, and are priced more attractively for a broader base of buyers.

Finally, Germany to Subsidize Electric Vehicles, Plug-in Hybrids

German government ministers have met with OEM representatives to finalize the long-awaited plan to subsidize the sale of electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids in the country.

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Metro Supply Chain Group Acquires Evolution Time Critical

Metro Supply Chain Group, a Canadian-owned third-party logistics provider serving North America, has acquired Evolution Time Critical, a European specialist in emergency logistics for automotive and industrial services.

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Despite Continued Cheap Diesel, Natural Gas Truck Sales Still Growing

U.S. and Canadian natural gas Class 8 truck retail sales improved modestly in February, after getting off to a slow start in 2016, according to a recent report from ACT Research.

European Auto Sales in March Up Six Percent Over Same Time in 2015

Passenger car registrations in the European Union continued to climb during March, albeit at a weaker rate than earlier this year. Nevertheless, demand has risen 6 percent year on year, to 1,700,674 units, according to the European Automobile Manufacturers' Association.

Foreign Direct Investment in Mexico 'Unprecedented'

Mexico manufacturing has come a long way from the early days of simple product assembly in bare bones "maquiladoras" just over the U.S. border.

5 Ways to Drive Post-Sales Service

Post-sales service can make or break a company's reputation — and bottom line. Across every industry and every supply chain, the successful ones focus on these key strategies:

5 Ways to take your e-commerce global

Cross-border retail sales are growing at a rate of seven times the GDP and almost double the rate of domestic online commerce. Pursuing such ripe opportunities presents its own set of unique benefits and challenges. These tactics can help set you on the path to global success.

6 Keys to An Effective Returns Program

What best practices should you incorporate into your reverse logistics program? Discover these strategies that can simplify your returns process, save revenue and improve customer satisfaction.

Finding the Right Shoring Strategy to Fit Your Needs

It might be time to right-size your shoring strategy. Learn how near-shoring and re-shoring can shorten your supply chain, get your goods to market faster, and stay viable in today’s demanding marketplace.

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