Elon Musk to build advanced chip factories in Texas for SpaceX and Tesla

Musk said the 100 million-square-foot facility would address a lack of available chip production capacity for Tesla's cars and robots.

By Nathan Owens • March 24, 2026

Toyota invests another $1B in its US manufacturing operations

The funds are part of a larger $10 billion commitment to build out the automaker's U.S. supply chain.

By Bengt Halvorson • March 24, 2026

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Top 5 stories from Supply Chain Dive

Here’s how companies are navigating evolving global trade and tariff policies, rising costs and operational uncertainty across supply chain networks.

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Mexico’s auto parts sector thinks it will withstand US trade policy instability

However, upcoming trade talks will be crucial to resolve critical topics like tariffs and rules around China-based firms’ investments. 

By Elizabeth Machuca • March 23, 2026

Toyota suppliers seek relief from USMCA review

The automaker’s executives said they want federal officials to keep the agreement trilateral, as the company has 14 manufacturing plants and supply chain operations across North America.

By Sara Samora • March 20, 2026

Tesla, LG to build $4.3B battery plant as part of supply agreement

The Michigan manufacturing facility is scheduled to open in 2027 and will provide batteries for Tesla’s Megapack 3 utility-scale energy storage systems.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 17, 2026

Babybel parent spending $200M to expand cheese production

Bel Group’s North American CEO said that without the expansion, it could struggle to meet demand as soon as 2027.

By Christopher Doering • March 17, 2026

USITC probes USMCA auto rules’ impact on industry competitiveness

The new study will assess how the major trade pact shapes auto supply chains, technology shifts and the future of electric vehicle manufacturing.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 12, 2026

Trump admin probes foreign manufacturing production, capacity

The Section 301 investigation covers several countries, including China and Mexico, alleging their production rates are “untethered” from domestic and global demand.

By Phil Neuffer • March 12, 2026

Intel has manufacturing capacity issues. They may take years to fix.

The company redirected some of its chips production to meet surging server demand, but analysts say it's missing out on emerging AI-driven trends.

By Nathan Owens • March 11, 2026

General Mills taps interim CSCO for top supply chain post

Company veteran Jonathan Ness will oversee global supply chain operations and report directly to the CEO.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 10, 2026

Campbell’s promotes supply chain head Cassandra Green to CSCO

Green steps into a top leadership role focused on logistics and planning, procurement, manufacturing and food safety and quality.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 10, 2026

Manufacturers’ biggest challenge in adopting AI is preparing their systems for it, expert says

Companies that can adapt their physical environment and workflows are set to benefit the most from the technology.

By Nathan Owens • March 9, 2026

Can reshoring and onshoring deliver manufacturing sustainability benefits?

Manufacturers may be weighing tariff costs, but they’re also assessing whether domestic production investments can help achieve supply chain resilience, procurement and labor goals.

By Keesa Schreane • March 6, 2026

Honda limits tariff impact via logistics, procurement tweaks

The automaker is also tackling supply gaps, but warns China rare earth supplies are emerging as a new risk.

By Antone Gonsalves • March 5, 2026

Prices surge to highest level since 2022 as Middle East conflict escalates: PMI

U.S. manufacturing activity expanded for the second month in a row, driven by new orders and backlog growth, as tariffs and rising oil prices inject uncertainty.

By Nathan Owens • March 2, 2026

‘It’s not just all the big companies’: Warehouse robotics use expands

As-a-service models and success stories from peers are pushing SMEs to invest in automation technology within their supply chains alongside giants like Walmart and Amazon.

By S.L. Fuller • March 2, 2026

Whirlpool to lay off over 300 at Iowa plant as Machinists try to save jobs

The appliance manufacturer also plans to implement a second wave of job cuts at the Amana facility in the second quarter and move production to its operations in Mexico.

By Sara Samora • March 2, 2026

Apple to produce Mac mini computers in US for the first time

The move would double the iPhone maker’s manufacturing footprint in Houston, where it also plans to expand production of its servers.

By Nathan Owens • Feb. 27, 2026

Newell Brands leans on tariff playbook again in 2026

The Yankee Candle parent company is doubling down on strategies like sourcing shifts and automation to navigate a tariff impact of $130 million in 2026.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 26, 2026

Applied Materials to pay $252.5M to settle export violations

The semiconductor manufacturing equipment maker’s penalty is the second-highest the Bureau of Industry and Security ever imposed.

By Sara Samora • Feb. 25, 2026

Hormel taps Hershey veteran as chief supply chain officer

Will Bonifant will oversee the branded food company’s global supply chain, including manufacturing, procurement, and logistics, effective March 9.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 25, 2026

Manufacturers look for certainty following Supreme Court’s tariff decision

Industry organizations stressed the need for a more targeted approach to tariffs as the president leverages other authorities to conduct his trade agenda.

By Nathan Owens • Feb. 24, 2026

REI, Arlon Graphics lean on agility, trusted partners in supply shocks

Tight ties with finance and IT are also critical to riding out supply chain disruptions, company executives said.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 24, 2026

Stellantis names former GM exec to lead purchasing and supplier quality for North America

Marcelo Conti spent the past 11 years at General Motors, most recently as the automaker’s head of purchasing for interior, exterior and thermal products.

By Eric Walz • Feb. 19, 2026

4 fashion supply chain trends to watch in 2026

As trade uncertainty continues to strain sourcing, companies will lean on cost-management strategies and AI-fueled efficiencies.

By Kelly Stroh • Feb. 19, 2026