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Mercedes-Benz faces sales and production risk in US over Chinese-linked ownership
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Summary: Mercedes-Benz faces potential US sales and production restrictions under proposed congressional legislation targeting Chinese-linked ownership in the auto industry. The Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026 would block automakers with foreign-adversary government equity stakes from manufacturing, importing or selling vehicles in America for five years. BAIC, a Chinese state-owned company, holds 9.98% of Mercedes-Benz.
Brands mentioned: Mercedes-Benz, BAIC, Geely
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Mercedes-Benz faces sales and production risk in US over Chinese-linked ownership
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