DiscoverRare Earth ExchangesS1 19 - Automakers are feeling the squeeze as production lines halt due to material shortages.
S1 19 - Automakers are feeling the squeeze as production lines halt due to material shortages.

S1 19 - Automakers are feeling the squeeze as production lines halt due to material shortages.

Update: 2025-06-05
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In this episode of the Rare Earth Exchanges podcast, Dustin Olsen and Daniel O'Connor discuss the current state of rare earth elements, their impact on the automotive industry, and the challenges associated with processing these critical materials. They emphasize the need for a robust industrial policy to address supply chain vulnerabilities and the importance of investing in trade professionals. The conversation also explores the roles of smuggling and intelligence in the rare earth market, the future of robotics, and the need for a unified vision in addressing these issues.


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00:00 The Current State of Rare Earth Elements

03:00 Impact on the Automotive Industry

05:28 Challenges in Processing and Supply Chain

07:57 The Need for Industrial Policy

10:13 The Role of Smuggling and Intelligence

12:42 The Future of Rare Earths and Technology

14:55 The Importance of Education and Workforce Development

17:26 Conclusion and Future Outlook


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S1 19 - Automakers are feeling the squeeze as production lines halt due to material shortages.

S1 19 - Automakers are feeling the squeeze as production lines halt due to material shortages.

Dustin Olsen