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flag Mercedes-Benz avoids chip shortages despite Dutch seizure of Nexperia, which sparked Chinese export restrictions.

flag Mercedes-Benz has maintained short-term chip supplies despite disruptions from the Dutch government’s seizure of Nexperia, a Chinese-owned semiconductor firm, which triggered a Chinese export ban on certain Nexperia products. flag The chips are vital for automotive systems like lighting and control units, affecting the broader auto industry. flag Mercedes cited strong supplier ties, digitalized processes, and past crisis experience as key to stability, though long-term forecasts remain uncertain due to ongoing volatility. flag BMW also reported no current production disruptions and is assessing risks to prevent future shortages.

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