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
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