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EV Production: Impacts of Current Procurement Challenges

One of the current consequences of the COVID-19 pandemic is the global supply crisis.

The electric transport sector is not spared: the supply of components of all kinds is causing headaches for manufacturers.

In a recent article, Propulsion Québec, in partnership with Merkur Inc., presents the best strategies for minimizing supply chain impacts on electric vehicle production. These strategies are:


  • Rely on a diversified supplier network

  • Increasing inventory at the expense of just-in-time

  • Revisit your designs and opt for local materials and manufacturing processes

  • Reduce your product offering


To learn more and read the full article, visit the Propulsion Québec website.

 

Light Vehicle

Uber and Rivian Partner to Deploy up to 50,000 Fully Autonomous Robotaxis

Uber and Rivian Partner to Deploy up to 50,000 Fully Autonomous Robotaxis

Rivian Automotive, Inc. and Uber Technologies, Inc. today announced a partnership to help accelerate both companies’ autonomous vehicle plans, expecting to deploy 10,000 fully autonomous R2 robotaxis in the first phase of R2 robotaxi deployment.

Medium-Duty

Custom Truck One Source Showcases Latest Load King Innovations at The Work Truck Show 2026

Custom Truck One Source Showcases Latest Load King Innovations at The Work Truck Show 2026

​Custom Truck One Source, Inc., a leading provider of specialized truck and heavy equipment solutions, unveiled its latest Load King Manufacturing innovations last week at The Work Truck Show 2026 in Indianapolis.

Heavy Truck & Specialty

TotalEnergies partners with the Canadian Hockey League for the 2026 season

TotalEnergies partners with the Canadian Hockey League for the 2026 season

This partnership marks an important step in its strategy to connect with Canadian communities and hockey fans, a collaboration rooted in shared values: community, passion, and strong fan engagement.