Western automakers are facing intense competition from Chinese manufacturers, who lead in electric vehicles, batteries, and software. Executives acknowledge a 'fight for our lives' against China's rapid technological advancements.

<p> <img alt="The Chinese consolidation has altered the nature of traditional alliances" height="80" src="https://en.mercopress.com/data/cache/noticias/110293/100x80/ca.jpg" style="float: left; margin: 0 12px 6px 0; border: 1px solid #333;" width="100" /> Major US, European, and Japanese automakers are undergoing a process of strategic repositioning in the face of the accelerated rise of Chinese manufacturers, which have consolidated their leadership in electric vehicles, ba...