Australia watches US ban on Chinese car technology over security concerns

The US plans to ban Chinese-made connected-car technology due to national security concerns. This move aims to prevent potential access to American drivers' data and the risk of remote vehicle manipulation by Chinese companies. Australia is monitoring the US decision closely but has not indicated whether it will implement similar measures. The Australian government has engaged with the US to understand the implications of the proposed ban. The US ban will affect vehicles with certain wireless features and is set to take effect in the 2027 model year. China, a major supplier of vehicles to Australia, has rejected US security concerns as unfounded.