ACEA — 2025-04-14
Automotive Industry
Demand for batteries for electric vehicles (EVs) has grown significantly, and the EU has struggled to meet this demand through domestic production alone. When it comes to battery supply chain and manufacturing capacities, the EU continues to compete with major global players like China and remains heavily reliant on imports.
This fact sheet encompasses the latest data on the EU’s role in the global battery supply chain – spanning from assembled batteries, key components, to the extraction and processing of raw materials – while highlighting the extent of its import dependence at each stage.