Analysis: Japan Inc squeezed by surging costs and frugal consumer fears

BMW confirms 2021 outlook, but sees volatility ahead

South Korea reportedly asks client of Taiwans TSMC for auto chips

Washington also pressing TSMC to boost chip production for US automakers

US Commerce Dept. pressing Taiwan to supply more chips to US automakers

Germany pushes Taiwan to alleviate chip shortage

Automakers are shutting down assembly lines due to global shortage in semiconductors