Tariffs Drive Automakers to Localize Supply Chains and Boost Automation

What if automakers accelerate nearshoring, reducing import-dependent suppliers by 30 percent over 18 months?

Model the impact of a scenario where automotive OEMs shift 30 percent of component sourcing from offshore to North American suppliers within 18 months due to tariff-driven localization. Assume lead times for localized supply increase 15 to 20 percent initially, but tariff exposure declines. Test effects on total landed cost, supply base complexity, and inventory buffering requirements.