European automakers are diversifying their supply chains due to tensions with China, sparked by Nexperia chipmaker disputes and Beijing’s control on rare earths. Toyota CEO Koji Sato attributes his company’s resilience to trade turmoil and softening electric vehicle demand to effective communication with dealers through a decentralized leadership structure.
Source: https://www.autonews.com/manufacturing/suppliers/ane-nexperia-supply-lines-china-free-1117