news Scmp World 2026-09-08

Tesla’s Rare-Earth-Free Motor Raises Questions About China’s Supply Chain Influence

Elon Musk claims Tesla's new Cybercab motor contains no rare earth elements, potentially challenging China's dominance in the electric vehicle supply chain.

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