GERMANY’S COLLAPSE: China Buys BMW, Mercedes & Audi Almost for Free
significant shift in the global luxury automotive market, driven by Chinese companies, particularly Huawei and its partner Jack, who recently unveiled the Mextro S800, an ultra-luxury electric vehicle (EV) that challenges Western automakers like BMW, Mercedes-Benz, and Tesla. This vehicle combines cutting-edge technology, high performance, and elegant design at a price point Western brands cannot match, signaling a major disruption in the luxury EV segment. The emergence of this car exemplifies China’s broader strategy to dominate the global automotive industry through vertical integration, control of supply chains, and technological innovation supported by strong state backing.
China’s automotive market is the largest in the world, and Western luxury automakers heavily depend on Chinese sales for revenues that fund research, development, and operations. However, Chinese consumers are increasingly favoring local brands, motivated by price competitiveness, quality improvements, and national pride. Western companies are losing market share and profitability, with BMW and Mercedes-Benz already experiencing significant sales declines in China. The transcript highlights how China’s control over battery components and raw materials gives it a 20-30% cost advantage, enabling Chinese EV makers to produce superior vehicles at lower prices.
Beyond market competition, the video emphasizes this as a technological and geopolitical struggle. China is not only shaping the future of electric vehicles but also seizing control over critical supply chains, digital ecosystems, and infrastructure that will govern mobility and smart cities worldwide. Western countries risk losing industrial sovereignty and economic independence as they fall behind in this race. The transcript concludes by questioning whether the West can recover or if China’s lead is already insurmountable.
