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For fleet leaders, every mile, minute, and customer interaction matters. Increasingly, fleets need more than transportation—they need a logistics partner that can coordinate the entire vehicle lifecycle with precision, accountability, and speed.
12 Jan 2026
With 2026 just a couple of days away, the finished vehicle logistics sector finds itself at a defining crossroads. This past year we have seen massive technological opportunities clashing with serious economic headwinds. For vehicle shippers and fleet managers the landscape is complex and risky to navigate.
29 Dec 2025
Every holiday season brings increased uncertainty, tighter schedules, and growing operational pressure. This year, it also introduces unique security and regulatory capacity risks across the logistics landscape. At RPM, our commitment to operational excellence means we don't just react to these threats; we proactively build defenses into our core network to guarantee safe, reliable service for our customers.
25 Nov 2025
Master spot market logistics for the automotive industry. Learn how to neutralize the threat of JIT disruptions and protect your production line from unplanned downtime.
29 Oct 2025
Master cross-border logistics in the automotive sector. Learn the 4 pillars of a resilient supply chain strategy to navigate risk and gain a competitive edge.
23 Oct 2025
Transportation managers: discover why treating over dimensional loads like commodity freight creates massive project risks. Get the specialized approach that protects timelines.
16 Oct 2025
Heading into Q4 of 2025, Europe's automotive supply chain is entering its most complex phase yet, as immense pressure from soaring EV demand, port congestion, and driver shortages makes resilience a matter of survival for OEMs.
08 Sep 2025
The global supply chain is in a state of unprecedented flux. From shifting trade policies and tariffs to the aftershocks of a global pandemic, the landscape for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), automotive retailers, and freight shippers is more complex than ever. In this turbulent environment, the ability to remain agile, adapt to rapid change, and maintain cost-efficiency is not just an advantage—it's a necessity. This is where a non-asset-based logistics brokerage proves to be an invaluable partner, offering the flexibility, scalability, resilience, and expertise needed to navigate these challenging times.
06 Aug 2025
The first half of 2025 has been a dynamic and challenging period for the automotive freight sector. As the industry continues to navigate the seismic shift towards electric vehicles (EVs), while grappling with persistent economic pressures and geopolitical uncertainties, the intricate dance of supply and demand in automotive logistics has become more complex than ever.
07 Jul 2025
The automotive industry is no stranger to ebbs and flows. From supply chain disruptions to shifting consumer demands, manufacturers and dealers constantly navigate a dynamic landscape. As the market anticipates a return to robust volumes, the question for logistics providers isn't if, but how they will handle the surge. At RPM, the answer lies in our inherently flexible, non-asset-based model, powered by real-time insights and a vast, capable network of carriers, ensuring we're not just ready for increased volumes, but primed to excel.
20 Jun 2025