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Traditional automakers such as GM, Ford, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Hyundai are actively lobbying against Chinese auto makers gaining a foothold in the U.S. market, fearing a loss of competitiveness. Industry insiders like Jeff Lutz, a seasoned supply chain executive, suggest that this resistance is rooted in the disparities in supply chain efficiencies, with Chinese manufacturers excelling domestically but facing hurdles in establishing comparable operations abroad.