European carmakers face Nexperia chip supply shock

Deutsche Welle (DW)CenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Steven BeardsleyOctober 25, 2025 at 04:26 PM

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European carmakers are facing potential production stops due to a chip supply issue from Nexperia, a Dutch company owned by Chinese investors, amid tensions between the Netherlands and China. Additionally, China's rare-earth exports fell 31% in September, affecting raw materials crucial for electric motors. Volkswagen has warned of possible production stoppages but has not yet been impacted by chip shortages. The situation highlights Europe's dependency on foreign suppliers for critical components like chips and magnets, posing challenges as the industry transitions to electric vehicles. This issue is particularly pressing for Germany, where the automotive sector heavily relies on combustion engine technology for its competitive edge.

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Germany ×250% Andreas Herrmann 60% Volkswagen 70% Nexperia ×280%

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chip supply 90% european carmakers 85% nexperia 75% rare-earth exports 70% production stoppages 65% electric vehicles 60% china dependency 55% supply chain issues 50% volkswagen 45% ev shakeup 40%

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Germany

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