On November 16, 2025, The Wall Street Journal reported that Tesla has asked its suppliers to steer clear of using Chinese-made components when assembling cars in the United States. This move positions Tesla as the latest U.S. automaker to adopt such a strategy, following in the footsteps of General Motors. Earlier in the year, Tesla ceased sourcing parts from Chinese suppliers for vehicles intended for the U.S. market. The company has already substituted some Chinese-made components with alternatives produced in other nations and is on track to fully replace them within the next one to two years. Tesla's decision is primarily aimed at mitigating the uncertainties arising from tariff fluctuations amid the ongoing U.S.-China trade war, as well as addressing supply chain disruptions caused by geopolitical risks. During the Trump administration, hefty tariffs were imposed on Chinese imports, which served as a catalyst for Tesla's strategy to decrease its dependence on Chinese components. Moreover, recent tensions between China and the Netherlands have disrupted the supply of automotive chips. This has spurred Tesla to accelerate its efforts to diversify its supply chain, ensuring a more stable and resilient production process.