Trade War with China Highlights Auto Sector's Need for Rare-Earth Mineral Supply

Trade war with China highlights auto sector's need for rare-earth mineral supply

President Donald Trump's trade war with China underscores the importance of a reliable supply chain for the automotive industry of rare-earth minerals and magnets made from them that are necessary for parts from electric vehicle motors to windshield wipers and…

Recycling rare earths not enough to escape China’s grip

As China tightens its grip on the global supply of key minerals, the West is working to reduce its dependence on Chinese rare earths.

The West is recycling rare earths to escape China’s grip — but it’s not enough

China is tightening its grip on the global supply of key minerals that are needed in every car, particularly electric vehicle motors.

How China's rare earths monopoly threatens major Fortune 500 companies: 'Its the biggest gun they have to our heads'

Forget dolls and grills, it's the crucial 'rare earth' minerals China supplies the U.S. that are most at risk as the tariff war rages.

Katie Sweeney column: America has the resources to confront China’s mineral extortion

It is no secret that China has weaponized control of the world’s mineral supply chains. We’ve already seen this when both the Biden and Trump administrations challenged China’s unfair trade practices.

Commentary: Why China’s Rare Earth Dominance Matters More Than Ever

Commentary: Why China’s Rare Earth Dominance Matters More Than Ever - With vast reserves of rare earth oxides and a fully integrated supply chain, China is the dominant player in this field