Biden plans ban on Chinese vehicles over software security concerns

The U.S. Commerce Department has proposed banning key Chinese software and hardware in connected vehicles due to national security concerns. This move would effectively bar nearly all Chinese cars from the U.S. market and require American automakers to remove Chinese components. The proposal follows an investigation into data collection risks by Chinese companies and potential foreign manipulation of connected vehicles. It would also prevent Chinese automakers from testing self-driving cars in the U.S. The ban on software is set for the 2027 model year, while the hardware ban would take effect in 2029 or 2030. The public has 30 days to comment on the proposal before it is finalized.