Volkswagen is shifting more operations to China, tapping the country’s electric vehicle capacity and building factories.
Even as China’s other exports falter, its carmakers are seeing big increases in overseas sales, mainly for gasoline-powered models.
Elon Musk’s electric car company is facing intensifying competition from newer Chinese automakers and established Western car companies.
By selling battery-powered S.U.V.s and luxury sedans in places like Germany and Norway, China is striving to become a force in the global auto industry.