How independent can Europe become from China's raw materials? | Transforming Business

China dominates the rare earths market — but Germany is now pursuing alternatives. Magnet-free motors, new lighting technologies, and recycling initiatives show that moving away from critical raw materials is no longer just a vision for the future, but already possible today. This video explores how the auto industry and research institutions are driving the transition — and whether it will lead to greater independence from China. Chapters: 0:00 What are rare earths – and why are they problematic? 03:21Magnet-free motors: From Stuttgart’s lab to industry 05:46 Lighting without rare earths: The Düsseldorf approach 07:47 Recycling rare earths: Giving magnets a second life 9:39 What’s next? Realistic perspectives and open questions 11:12 Outlook #RareEarths #chinaeconomy #transformingbusiness #autoindustry For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram:   / dwnews   ►TikTok:   / dwnews   ►Facebook:   / deutschewellenews   ►Twitter:   / dwnews   Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie:    / dwdeutsch   Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutsche...