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OCTOBER 2022 EDITION
CHINA AUTOMOTIVE
China's electric car firms, which rely heavily on Nvidia, are safe from the U.S. chip ban — for now

Chinese battery material companies remain active despite economic downturn

China Says Licences Needed for Mapping by ‘Smart Cars’

Shanghai sees intelligent cars as a US$72 billion industry by 2025, unveils plan to spur autonomous driving tech

Chinese cities race to experiment autonomous driving, ready to accelerate commercial use

How China is pushing for autonomous driving
INTERVIEW OF THE WEEK
The latest Audio Interview features Dr. Jose Zozaya, Executive President of AMIA – the Mexico Association of Automotive Industry, a position he has held since August 2020. In addition, he served as President, General Manager and Executive Representative of Kansas City Southern de México, a subsidiary of Kansas City Southern. Prior to joining the management team of KCSM, he was the Legal and Governmental Relations Director of ExxonMobil México, a position he held for nine years.
Listen to Dr. Jose Zozaya Interview here
CHINA AUTOMOTIVE (continued)

Chinese EV battery makers are aggressively expanding production in Europe

For China’s Auto Market, Electric Isn’t the Future. It’s the Present.

China’s Guigang City: The New South Asian Hub For NEV Manufacturing

Despite a Weak Quarter, China EV Sales Almost Doubled in Q2

China's Aug auto sales jump 32% with strong EV demand

German auto executives share confidence in China
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Tesla to keep output at upgraded Shanghai plant below maximum

Iron ore rises as Chinese steel mills resume ramping up output

All about Chinese EV maker BYD and its plans to be the largest EV company in India

China's chip output shrinks as India, US ramp up local manufacturing

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THOUGHT LEADERSHIP
Global Automotive M&A Ventures and Why Brands are Vital for Success
This Interview features Chris Bowers, CEO and Agency Principal of CMB Automotive Marketing, and a global automotive marketing and communications expert. CMB is a global agency with offices in the UK and Detroit. He recently presented keynotes on global branding to the OESA and AASA automotive industry ...

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China’s EV Industry: 2022 & Beyond
This Interview features Bill Russo, Founder and CEO of Shanghai-based Automobility Limited, a strategy and investment advisory firm helping clients to create the future of mobility. His over 35 years of experience includes 16 years as an automotive executive, including 17 years of experience in China and Asia. He also serves as Chair of the Automotive Committee at American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai ...

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ACCESS OVER 250 AUDIO INTERVIEWS
Listen to any of over 250 Audio Interviews with Experts on global automotive related business and operational topics such as HR, supply chain, legal, finance, M&A, markets and more.
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MEXICO INDUSTRIAL MARKET TRENDS REPORTS - Q2 2022
Latest Mexico Industrial Market Trends Reports - Q2 2022
To access the 22 Mexico Industrial Market Trends Reports Q2 2022, please visit here.
SUPPLY CHAIN, LOGISTICS AND TRADE
Chinese companies play bigger role in global auto supply chain

Electric-car demand pushes lithium prices to records

Mexico for China Managers, Part 5: The Three Types of China-Mexico Supply Chain Transitions

How China’s strict Covid policies led to supply chain bottlenecks

Tech companies slowly shift production away from China

Aluminium supply woes keep growing as China orders output cuts

China's manufacturing steel demand rebounds in August, further improvement to be modest

China exports fall as demand slows and lockdowns hit manufacturing

China’s lockdowns and other risks have companies looking to diversify supply chains

Mold makers put faces behind impact of China tariffs as they lobby for support
FINANCE, TAX, LEGAL AND M&A
The Chosen Few: A Fresh Look at European FDI in China

China’s $1 trillion trade boom won’t stop yuan slide, Macquarie says

China Co-Development and Design Patents

China Factory Joint Ventures

Hong Kong: The Merger Control Review

The Death of Hong Kong Arbitration

First-half M&A deals in China drop to 8-year low

China Tax Alert

Hong Kong SAR Tax Insights
RECORDED WEBINAR

LEVERAGING MEXICO TO REDUCE DEPENDENCE ON CHINESE AUTOMOTIVE SUPPLIERS
Because of US/China tariffs, high logistics costs from Asia, Covid, power outages in China, growing Chinese costs and other reasons, automotive suppliers are diversifying their global supply chain and manufacturing into Mexico ...

To learn more or to register for recorded webinar, visit here.
GLOBAL M&A OPPORTUNITIES | DEALS AVAILABLE

FOR SALE:
  • USA: Plastic-Injection Molding Supplier
  • USA: Plastics, Non-Ferrous Metals, Composite Wood Products Manufacturer
  • TURKEY: Plastics Auto Parts Manufacturing Supplier
  • TURKEY: Metal-Alloyed Spare Parts Production Company
  • ARGENTINA: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • VIETNAM: Plastics Manufacturing Supplier
  • ASIA: Automotive and Components Supplier
  • ASIA: Industrial Equipment, Chemical, Agricultural Equipment Distributor
  • VIETNAM: Largest Truck Logistics Company
  • USA: Automated Production Material Handling Systems Manufacturer
  • INDIA: Machining Supplier

LOOKING TO BUY:
  • Mexico aluminum injection parts manufacturer
  • U.S. EV Motor or EV Motor Controller Supplier
  • Multinational Automotive OEM Spare Parts Manufacturers (Looking to Buy or Invest)
  • Machining or Ductile Iron Casting Company
  • Energy Storage, Automotive & Mobility Manufacturers
  • OEM Parts Manufacturer
  • Suspension & Steering System Manufacturer

FINANCING | FUNDING SOURCES:
  • SPACs – Special Purpose Acquisition Company
  • Auto Suppliers | Companies Seeking to Invest
  • Founders & Start-ups Seeking Investment

To learn more about the above opportunities, contact Ron Hesse (RHesse@GlobalAutoIndustry.com), or visit our International M&A and Funding Sources page here.
MANUFACTURING, ECONOMY & TECHNOLOGY
Smart Manufacturing: A Linchpin in China’s Industrial Policy

The U.S. and its allies are joining forces on chips. That could stop China reaching the next level

China’s Economy ‘Dismal,’ Will See No Growth, New Report

Apple starts manufacturing iPhone 14 in India in a shift away from China

Xi’s Picks for a New Government Will Plot China’s Economic Course

Apple, Honda, and Mazda reportedly consider diversifying manufacturing away from China after supply-chain chaos

China's dominance of manufacturing is growing, not shrinking

China manufacturing eyes green, low-carbon transformation

China Economic Monitor: Q3 2022

China: A long term, sustainable and effective way to invest into China
HR & TALENT MANAGEMENT
Hong Kong: Government announces cuts to quarantine measures for inbound travelers

Chinese auto workers confined to factories to combat COVID-19

China Accelerates Robotics Push as Workforce Shrinks

Mexico for China Managers, Part 4: A Guide to Cross-Culture Negotiation

China to scale up support for employment, entrepreneurship to expand space of employment

China offers 9 bln USD to businesses to maintain jobs

How global employment outsourcing works in China

Fair opens new path for international talent in Shanghai
INTERNATIONAL HEALTH & TRAVEL INSURANCE, AND SECURITY

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EVENTS

RECORDED WEBINAR (recorded May 24, 2022) by Harris Bricken and East West Associates
"Consolidation, Relocation & Closure of China-based Operations"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (recorded June 29, 2022): By Harris Bricken and East West Associates
"Leveraging Mexico to Reduce Dependence on Chinese Automotive Suppliers"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (August 31, 2021): By INDEX
"Lessons Learned: CEO Insights for Manufacturing in Mexico"
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RECORDED WEBINAR (February 8, 2022): By Harris Bricken
"Moving Your Manufacturing from China to Mexico"
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CONFERENCE (October 26-27) by WardsAuto | TU Automotive | WardsIntelligence
"AutoTech: ELECTRIFICATION" at the Detroit Marriott Ren Center
To learn more or to register, visit here.

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