In her upcoming presentation at AIAG’s North American Customs & Trade Town Hall on November 6, 2025, at Elevate in Detroit, trade expert Cindy Allen tackles the turmoil caused by the new tariffs and leaves participants with a strategy playbook for moving forward. CEO and managing director of Trade Force Multiplier LLC and a 35-year veteran of the international trade community, Allen’s fast-paced look at the very latest trade and tariff actions through the lens of the automotive industry covers key developments, impacts, and what to expect next. 

As expectations for responsible sourcing intensify, the Automotive Industry Action Group (AIAG) has released Version 2.0 of its Due Diligence Reporting Template (DDRT)—a standardized, no-cost tool for suppliers to address forced labor risks across the supply chain. 

In this special episode of the Automotive Supply Chain Prophets podcast, hosts Jan Griffiths (President & Founder, Gravitas Detroit), Jim Liegghio (Manager, Customer Experience & Engagement, AIAG), and Terry Onica (Director, Automotive at QAD) reflect on standout podcast moments this year: the need for proactive supplier partnerships, the importance of human connections (not just metrics), the power of diverse voices at AIAG events, and the call to prioritize mental health in leadership.  

Back by popular demand! Stay ahead of critical regulatory updates and ensure your company’s compliance with Mexico’s evolving trade policies by registering for our September 11th webinar: Mexico Trade Insights: Understanding IMMEX Programs and Tariff Strategies.

When a quality issue hits, how quickly can your supply chain trace it, contain it, and act? 

Looking to upskill your supply chain team or onboard new talent quickly? AIAG’s e-learning courses offer flexible, self-paced training tailored to the automotive supply chain. 

As requirements for tariffs, compliance, licensing, and certification continue to evolve, staying informed is more essential than ever to avoid costly penalties and disruptions.

At AIAG, progress is powered by bringing together the brightest minds in customs, trade, and automotive supply chain management. This year, we’re honored to welcome Bruce H. Leeds — senior counsel at Braumiller Law Group PLLC and a respected authority in global trade compliance—to our community of thought leaders. With a career spanning U.S. Customs, senior roles at Hughes and Boeing, and service on multiple national advisory boards, Bruce embodies the deep expertise and collaborative spirit that drive our annual AIAG North American Customs & Trade Town Hall.

In a period of unprecedented tariff complexity, AIAG has once again demonstrated its commitment to delivering what the automotive industry needs, when it’s needed most.

Our new EV Battery Warehousing, Transportation, and Storage Handling Guideline —created in collaboration with OEMs, battery manufacturers, suppliers, and technology providers — helps you do just that, with critical guidance on the safe storage, warehousing, transportation, and performance monitoring of EV batteries.