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flag German auto industry, vital to economy, deepens ties with China amid electric vehicle shift.

flag Germany’s auto industry, founded in 1886, produced 4.15 million cars in 2025 and exported 3.17 million, contributing 17% of the nation’s exports and supporting over 721,000 jobs. flag While German automakers remain leaders in engineering and vehicle development, they face growing competition from Chinese new energy vehicle makers. flag The shift to electrification and intelligent technologies has driven increased collaboration, with German firms partnering with Chinese companies and Chinese firms establishing R&D centers in Germany. flag German investment in China reached 7 billion euros in 2025, reflecting deeper interdependence. flag Experts say cooperation with China is essential for maintaining competitiveness in the evolving global market.

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