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Will Your Next Car Or EV Get Delayed? China's Rare Earth Curbs Trigger Auto Supply Crunch

China's recent decision to impose export restrictions on gallium and germanium, effective from August 1, 2023, has raised concerns about potential delays in the production of electric vehicles (EVs) and other automobiles globally. These rare earth metals are crucial for manufacturing semiconductors used in vehicles, and the curbs could lead to a supply crunch, affecting companies like Tesla and Toyota. The move is seen as a response to escalating trade tensions, particularly with the United States, and could disrupt the automotive industry's supply chain, prompting manufacturers to seek alternative sources or face production delays.

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[ https://www.republicworld.com/business/will-your-next-car-or-ev-get-delayed-chinas-rare-earth-curbs-trigger-auto-supply-crunch ]