AD #4156 - GM Kills Off Most of Its Fuel Cell Ops; China Cracks Down on Rare Earth Exports; Lexus Reimagines LS As 6-Wheeled Van
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China's tightening restrictions on rare earth exports and electric motor components are creating supply challenges for automakers globally, but GM's early investments in domestic sources give it an advantage. Ford is reshuffling leadership amid struggles in Europe, while Hyundai faces safety and labor issues at its Georgia plant. GM is scaling back its fuel cell ambitions, signaling a shift away from passenger vehicle fuel cells. European automakers confront declining sales and potential plant closures due to rising Chinese competition. Toyota teases bold new concepts including a coupe Century and a six-wheeled Lexus LS van, while Chinese brand Shaomi eyes expansion into Europe with its popular U7 SUV.
Toyota Corolla
"...t Toyota, the Century has turned into a coop, the Corolla is going all electric, and the Lexus LS is now a ..."
Toyota Century
"...The world has flipped upside down. At Toyota, the Century has turned into a coop, the Corolla is going all ..."
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