Automotive suppliers are under serious strain. Should new tariffs remain in place, North American car sales could decrease by a staggering 1.8 million units this year. Diminishing production volumes, lackluster consumer demand, and a slower-than- anticipated electric vehicle (EV) transition make it clear the industry is facing an unusually perilous moment.

Yet even these headwinds won’t stop the paradigm shift currently underway, one powered by unprecedented technological advancements, heightened competition, and a redoubled commitment to scale and sustainability. Mid- market suppliers that accelerate cost efficiencies, improve their speed to market, and invest in innovation will thrive in the months and years to come.

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