How rare earth shortages are stalling India’s burgeoning EV sector | Trade War

India’s leading electric scooter, Bajaj Auto’s Chetak, faced a production cut of nearly 50% in July due to a shortage of rare-earth metals, essential for electric vehicle manufacturing, exacerbated by China’s export restrictions. Although the company has adapted its motors and supply chains to mitigate the impact, industry experts warn that ongoing shortages could severely affect the broader automobile sector.