Biden administration proposes ban on Chinese tech in U.S. cars

The Biden Administration's Commerce Department proposed new rules on September 23 that would ban Chinese technology in connected cars sold in the U.S. This move aims to address national security concerns about potential surveillance by Chinese entities. The proposed regulations would affect vehicles made in China, including popular models from General Motors and Ford. These companies produce vehicles like the Buick Envision and Lincoln Nautilus through joint ventures with Chinese firms, which could face restrictions under the new rules. While the regulations aim to protect against foreign threats, some industry groups argue that the transition may be challenging. They emphasize that automakers need more time to adjust their supply chains to comply with the proposed changes.