
The Biden administration proposes new rules to ban Chinese-made vehicles from US roads, citing national security concerns and potential espionage threats.
Biden did something sensible for once!
At a Glance
- New rules aim to prohibit Chinese-made vehicles from US roads due to national security concerns
- Regulations target Vehicle Connectivity Systems (VCS) and Automated Driving Systems (ADS) with foreign technology
- Chinese automakers’ growing global influence raises concerns about data collection through vehicle sensors and software
- The move is framed as a national security action, not a trade issue
- Restrictions on software take effect for Model Year 2027, and hardware restrictions for Model Year 2030
Biden Administration’s New Regulations on Chinese Vehicles
The Biden administration has unveiled a set of proposed rules aimed at prohibiting Chinese-made vehicles from operating on US roads. This move comes in response to growing national security concerns, particularly regarding the potential for espionage and sabotage through advanced vehicle technologies. The regulations, which follow an extensive investigation into software and digital connections in vehicles, target Vehicle Connectivity Systems (VCS) and Automated Driving Systems (ADS) integrated with foreign technology.
It’s hard to believe that Biden accurately noticed a security threat and did something about it. Would he take action on the border if someone told him China was involved?
US Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo emphasized the severity of the threat, stating, “It doesn’t take much imagination to understand how a foreign adversary with access to this information could pose a serious risk to both our national security and the privacy of US citizens.” The Department of Commerce warned that foreign access to these systems could compromise sensitive data and allow remote vehicle manipulation, posing significant risks to critical infrastructure and connected vehicle users.
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The Biden administration’s decision to implement these rules stems from the growing influence of Chinese automakers in global markets. This expansion has raised concerns about potential data collection through vehicle sensors, cameras, and software. The Department of Commerce highlighted the risks associated with technologies from China and Russia, stating, “Certain technologies originating from the PRC or Russia present an undue risk to both US critical infrastructure and those who use connected vehicles.”
The prohibition extends to selling cars in the US with key components or software from China and Russia that communicate externally. This move is reminiscent of actions taken against Chinese telecom giant Huawei over infrastructure security concerns, underscoring the administration’s commitment to preempting threats before Chinese technology-equipped vehicles become prevalent in the US market.
Given China depends on U.S. custom to survive, this move certainly won’t make the CCP happy.