What is automotive logistics and why does it need to change?
20th April 2023
Automotive logistics is the process of moving vehicles and parts from suppliers to manufacturers, and then to distributors and retailers. It encompasses a wide range of activities, including transportation, warehousing, inventory management, and customer service.
The automotive industry is a global industry, with parts and vehicles being sourced from all over the world. This makes automotive logistics a complex and challenging process. In recent years, the automotive industry has been facing a number of challenges, including the rise of electric vehicles, the increasing demand for customised vehicles, and the need to reduce emissions. These challenges are driving the need for change in automotive logistics.
The UK automotive industry is much more than just the manufacture of cars
The UK automotive industry is a major contributor to the UK economy, employing over 800,000 people. The industry is also a significant exporter, with over £70 billion worth of vehicles and parts being exported each year.
The UK automotive industry is not just limited to the manufacture of cars. The industry also produces a wide range of other vehicles, including buses, commercial vehicles, and specialist construction equipment.
The UK automotive sector relies upon a global supply chain
The UK automotive industry is a global industry, with parts and vehicles being sourced from all over the world. This makes the UK automotive industry vulnerable to disruptions in the global supply chain.
In recent years, the UK automotive industry has been hit by a number of supply chain disruptions, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the global chip shortage, and the conflict in Ukraine. These disruptions have had a significant impact on the UK automotive industry, leading to production delays and job losses.
Major disruption within the next 10 to 15 years for UK car makers
The automotive industry is undergoing a period of major change. The rise of electric vehicles, the increasing demand for customised vehicles, and the need to reduce emissions are all driving change in the automotive industry.
These changes are having a significant impact on the UK automotive industry. In order to remain competitive, UK car makers need to adapt to these changes. This will require investment in new technologies and new ways of working.
The UK automotive industry is at a crossroads. The industry can either embrace change and become a leader in the new automotive landscape, or be left behind. The future of the UK automotive industry depends on the choices that are made today.
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