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U.S. Automakers urge Congress to permanently ban Chinese connected vehicles
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation, representing major manufacturers in the United States, has formally urged Congress to enact a permanent ban on Chinese-made connected vehicles, software, and hardware. In a letter sent to congressional leadership, the group requested that these restrictions be established before the current legislative session concludes in January.
Industry leaders argue the move is a necessary national security measure to prevent the collection of sensitive driver and route data by foreign entities. While Chinese vehicles have not yet established a significant presence in the U.S. market, the Alliance warns that the rapid global expansion of subsidized Chinese manufacturers poses an imminent threat to domestic economic and security interests.
The proposed legislation, including the Connected Vehicle Security Act, may include a threshold that restricts any automaker with more than 15 percent Chinese ownership. This specific provision has raised concerns regarding potential collateral impact on Western manufacturers like Mercedes-Benz, which has significant Chinese investment. Currently, Chinese-made vehicles face 100 percent tariffs in the U.S., but industry advocates are seeking more comprehensive, permanent legal protections.
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Alliance for Automotive Innovation · China · Geely Automobile Holdings Ltd. · General Motors · John Bozzella · Mercedes-Benz · Toyota Motor Corporation · United States Congress · Volkswagen AG
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- [● 4 SOURCES] The proposed legislation could affect companies with more than 15 percent Chinese ownership. technews.tw · almanar.com.lb · www.motor1.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The industry argues that connected vehicles pose national security risks regarding data collection. autopapo.com.br · www.automotiveworld.com · www.motor1.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Polestar announced it would exit the new car market in the U.S. because it did not receive government approval for its 2027 models. technews.tw
- [● 8 SOURCES] Alliance CEO John Bozzella stated that Chinese automakers are dumping subsidized vehicles with connected software and hardware globally. santiago30caballeross.blogspot.com · technews.tw · www.nlto.fr · almanar.com.lb · www.automotiveworld.com · +3 more
- [● 4 SOURCES] Mercedes-Benz could be affected by the proposed 15 percent Chinese ownership threshold due to its Chinese investors. technews.tw · almanar.com.lb · www.ibtimes.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Chinese-made vehicles currently face a 100 percent tariff when entering the United States. www.motor1.com
- [DISPUTED] The ban is requested to be enacted before the end of the current congressional session in January. santiago30caballeross.blogspot.com · autopapo.com.br · technews.tw · www.nlto.fr · almanar.com.lb · +4 more
- [● 9 SOURCES] The Alliance for Automotive Innovation sent a letter to congressional leaders requesting a permanent ban on Chinese-made connected vehicles, software, and hardware. santiago30caballeross.blogspot.com · autopapo.com.br · technews.tw · www.nlto.fr · almanar.com.lb · +4 more