MP Materials secures U.S. deal to boost rare earth output, cut China reliance, and stabilize EV and defense supply chains.

MP Materials strikes rare earths deal with US to cut China dependence

Ashby Lincoln - July 11, 2025

MP Materials has signed a landmark deal with the U.S. Department of Defense to expand rare earth magnet production and reduce reliance on Chinese supply. The agreement includes a government-backed...

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Scout Motors is designing its future electric and hybrid vehicles to reduce reliance on rare earth materials to help the VW-backed startup

Scout Motors cuts rare earth use in vehicle design

Jaelyn Campbell - June 18, 2025

Scout Motors is designing its future electric and hybrid vehicles to reduce reliance on rare earth materials, a move that could help the Volkswagen-backed startup sidestep growing geopolitical and supply...

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Automakers and parts suppliers worldwide are scrambling to secure rare-earth magnets after China tightened its export controls.

Automakers face production threat as China’s rare-earth magnet exports trigger industry panic

Staff Writer - June 10, 2025

Automakers and parts suppliers worldwide are scrambling to secure rare-earth magnets after China tightened its export controls, sparking fears of widespread factory shutdowns. Frank Eckard, CEO of German magnet maker...

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MP Materials strikes rare earths deal with US to cut China dependence

Scout Motors cuts rare earth use in vehicle design

Automakers face production threat as China’s rare-earth magnet exports trigger industry panic

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