German industry's struggle for survival calls for a change in thinking. As the automotive sector becomes less and less profitable, suppliers are turning their attention to aerospace and robotics. The Germans still have an edge. But the race against time is on.
By Christian Domke Seidel
VW is increasingly relying on local chip suppliers in China to regain ground in the important electric vehicle market. Meanwhile, its subsidiary Audi is also struggling with weak demand.
By Manuel Liu
Der Überlebenskampf der deutschen Industrie erfordert ein Umdenken. Weil der Automobilsektor immer weniger abwirft, rücken Raumfahrt und Robotik in den Fokus der Zulieferer. Noch haben die Deutschen Vorteile. Doch der Wettlauf gegen die Zeit läuft.
By Christian Domke Seidel
Die Lust auf Neuwagen ist seit Jahresbeginn in China merklich abgekühlt. Weil die Exporte chinesischer Hersteller zulegen, hält sich das Minus in Grenzen.
By Marcel Grzanna
Demand for new cars has cooled noticeably in China since the beginning of the year. However, because exports by Chinese manufacturers are increasing, the decline is limited.
By Marcel Grzanna
The European automotive industry is calling on lawmakers to lower the carbon emission targets for passenger cars, delivery vans, and heavy commercial vehicles for 2030 and 2035. It says the Commission’s proposals are unrealistic.
By Markus Grabitz and Manuel Berkel
After months of wrangling, the Commission has presented its “Lex China” aimed at defending European industry. The Industrial Accelerator Act involves trading partners, but leaves room for new negotiations.
By Manuel Berkel and Markus Grabitz
The EU is planning tougher public-procurement rules that prioritize European production. The new Industrial Acceleration Act (IAA) is meant to raise the share of EU-made materials and components.
By Amelie Richter
In the Industrial Accelerator Act, the EU Commission sets out detailed requirements for the origin of electric car components. In future, state-subsidized electric cars must be assembled in the EU and must contain a significant proportion of European parts.
By Manuel Berkel
In a new draft of the Industrial Accelerator Act, the Commission specifies the conditions for recognizing trade goods from third countries as “Made in Europe.” There are changes relating to low-carbon steel in threshold values for vehicles fleets.
By Markus Grabitz and Manuel Berkel
