BMW shifts EV battery sourcing to Europe and US to cut China dependence

BMW plans to source EV batteries from Europe and the US, with first deliveries by end of decade, aiming to reduce raw material transport and secure supply chains. This marks a strategic shift away from China-dominant battery supply, with Samsung competing against CATL and EVE Energy in Europe. The move reflects broader Western efforts to reshore critical supply chains, though timelines and volumes remain uncertain.

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