US plans ban on Chinese tech in connected vehicles by 2029

The US plans to propose a ban on Chinese hardware and software in connected and autonomous vehicles. This move aims to address national security concerns about data collection and potential manipulation by Chinese companies. The proposed regulations will prohibit the import and sale of vehicles with critical components from China. The software ban is expected to take effect for the 2027 model year, while the hardware ban will start in January 2029 or the 2030 model year. The ban will also apply to other countries deemed adversaries, like Russia. Major automakers have expressed concerns about the complexity of replacing these components, highlighting the challenges in adapting to the new regulations.