China lifts ban on Nexperia chip exports as Dutch government signals pause

China lifts ban on Nexperia chip exports as Dutch government signals pause

Nexperia produces high-volume, widely used semiconductors for vehicles and other electronics. Credit: T. Schneider / Shutterstock.com China has ended export restrictions on Nexperia chips, easing a supply bottleneck and pointing to a de-escalation in the dispute over the Dutch-based semiconductor firm. Germany’s Aumovio, an automotive supplier that had faced supply chain strain due to the…

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Europe Automotive Robotics Market Poised for Massive Growth as AI and EV Production Reshape Manufacturing

Europe Automotive Robotics Market Poised for Massive Growth as AI and EV Production Reshape Manufacturing

The European automotive sector is entering a new era—one where robots assemble cars, AI predicts failures before they happen, and smart factories set record efficiency benchmarks. According to Renub Research, the Europe Automotive Robotics market is forecasted to surge from US$ 2.95 billion in 2024 to US$ 7.37 billion by 2033, expanding at a strong…

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Dutch-China Tussle Over Chips Adds to Carmaker Woes

Dutch-China Tussle Over Chips Adds to Carmaker Woes

Simmering tensions with China look poised to deliver another blow to European industry. In the latest flashpoint, the Dutch government’s move to sideline chipmaker Nexperia’s Chinese owners has triggered a response from Beijing that threatens to restrict key supplies for carmakers. As China cut Nexperia’s Chinese factory off from the Dutch parent, the company has…

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Global Automotive Actuators Market to Reach $49.31 Billion by 2033 Amid EV and ADAS Boom

According to Renub Research Latest Report automotive actuators market is projected to reach US$ 49.31 billion by 2033, up from US$ 27.51 billion in 2024, registering a CAGR of 6.70% between 2025 and 2033. This robust growth is primarily driven by the increasing adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous systems, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS)….

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BMW trims 2025 outlook as China demand lags and US tariffs bite 

BMW trims 2025 outlook as China demand lags and US tariffs bite 

The German carmaker reported year-to-date volume growth to September in Europe and the Americas. Credit: JustPhotos22/Shutterstock.com BMW has lowered its 2025 earnings guidance, pointing to weaker-than-expected growth in China and the impact of US import tariffs.  The German carmaker reported year-to-date volume growth to September in Europe and the Americas, but said deliveries in China…

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China Accelerates Progress on L2 Mandatory Standards, RoboSense Digital LiDAR Becomes the Safety Technology of Choice

China Accelerates Progress on L2 Mandatory Standards, RoboSense Digital LiDAR Becomes the Safety Technology of Choice

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On September 17, 2025, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) solicited public comments on the mandatory national standard “Safety Requirements for Combined Driving Assistance Systems of Intelligent and Connected Vehicles” (hereinafter referred to as the “Safety Requirements”). For the first time, this draft standard formally incorporates…

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