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
Volkswagen has reclaimed market leadership in China in the first two months of the year, moving ahead of rivals such as BYD. With new EV models and a development strategy more tightly tailored to China, the group aims to secure its position in the world’s most important auto market over the long term.
By Manuel Liu
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
Electric trucks are following the example of electric cars from China. With low prices and high-quality technology, they are pushing their way onto the European market. Sales are set to begin before the end of this year.
By Ning Wang
After Chinese bank accounts at chipmaker Nexperia were frozen, Beijing is warning of “new conflicts.” The commerce ministry is placing the blame on the Dutch headquarters.
By Ning Wang
According to European Union projections, the Industrial Accelerator Act is expected to cut global CO₂ emissions by 30.6 million tons a year by shifting production to lower-carbon manufacturing in Europe. The greatest savings potential is seen in battery production.
By 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
South Africa’s market for new cars is growing. However, this provides little cause for optimism among local manufacturers, as growth is driven primarily by rising imports. Volkswagen is now increasing pressure on the government to act and protect its industrial base.
By David Renke
German exports to China are shrinking, while imports continue to rise. The IW Cologne speaks of an implosion of car exports to China.
By Redaktion Table
As Chinese trade flows place mounting pressure on Europe’s industrial base, calls for more robust countermeasures are growing louder. One option would be to expand the use of import quotas, as is already the case in the steel sector.
By Antonia Zimmermann and János Allenbach-Ammann
