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Posted on October 23, 2025
1 min readLast updated: January 21, 2026
Add as preferred source on GoogleA Dutch chipmaker warns Japanese auto parts makers of potential supply disruptions, which could impact global automotive production due to geopolitical tensions.
TOKYO (Reuters) -A Dutch semiconductor manufacturer has notified Japanese automobile component makers that it may not be able to guarantee chip deliveries, the Japan Automobile Manufacturers Association said on Thursday.
The chips produced by the affected manufacturer are critical components used in electronic control units, and this situation could cause a serious impact on the global production of member companies, the JAMA said in a statement.
The statement came as concerns mount over a stand-off between China and the Netherlands over chipmaker Nexperia.
(Reporting by Mariko Katsumura; Editing by Sonali Paul)
The automotive industry encompasses the design, development, manufacturing, marketing, and selling of motor vehicles. It includes companies that produce cars, trucks, and their components.
A supply chain disruption occurs when there is an unexpected event that affects the normal flow of goods and services in a supply chain, potentially leading to delays and increased costs.
Global production refers to the manufacturing of goods and services that occur across international borders, involving multiple countries in the production process.
Electronic control units (ECUs) are embedded systems in vehicles that control various functions, such as engine management, transmission, and safety features, using microcontrollers.
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