Merz in China: No Decoupling For Now Javier Villamor February 25, 2026 Germany depends on the Chinese market more than ever while trying to contain the political and economic impact of that relationship.
More German Jobs Move to Hungary Sven R. Larson January 14, 2026 Flagship automaker Mercedes’ relocation of its production accelerates the decline of Western Europe as an industrial power.
Carmakers Warn: Without Chips, Production Will Stop Within Days Javier Villamor October 30, 2025 The trade war with China leaves the automotive industry without key components and no immediate alternatives.
Paris and Madrid Refuse to Let the Combustion Engine Ban Stall Javier Villamor October 22, 2025 The ban is wrecking Germany’s auto industry and threatening to fracture EU unity but Brussels is urged to “stay the course.”
EU Climate Rules Leave German Carmakers Exposed to Chinese Onslaught Zoltán Kottász September 10, 2025 While the German car industry suffers, Hungary may be able to reap the benefits of the age of e-mobility.
Patriots for Europe Chairman Denounces Ideology of ‘Degrowth’ in Strasbourg TEC News May 8, 2025 Jordan Bardella said the constraints imposed on European carmakers by EU institutions “brought the industry to its knees.”
