US automakers are considering shifting some of their production to China to avoid the additional costs that may arise from President Trump's controversial tariff policies. According to foreign media reports, these automakers are concerned that China's restrictions on rare earth magnets may force them to close some factories. To address this, they are considering manufacturing electric motors in China or shipping US-made electric motors to China for magnet installation. This idea of shifting production may help them avoid the impact of China's export controls on rare earths, as China's export controls primarily target raw materials rather than finished parts. However, this move stands in stark contrast to President Trump's trade policy aimed at bringing manufacturing back to the US.