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Auto market: Writing off German brands may be premature

Western carmakers in China are becoming targets of pity and cynicism. Their era of joint ventures is increasingly seen as over. But not every Chinese industry observer shares that view.

Manuel Liu
20. April 2026
Volkswagen ID.AURA on display during the 21st Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition in Shanghai, 2025.
As it did last year, Volkswagen is showcasing a new model from the Aura line at the auto show. (IMAGO / Xinhua)

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Last updated: 20. April 2026

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