US Bans Chinese Technology in Smart Cars

The Biden administration has finalized a rule prohibiting the import and sale of connected vehicle technology from China and Russia, citing national security concerns related to data privacy and potential foreign manipulation. China's Foreign Ministry condemned the move as economic coercion and protectionism, asserting that the U.S. decision is based on unfounded security fears. Officials emphasized that modern vehicles are essentially computers equipped with various connected technologies, necessitating these restrictions to safeguard American consumers. In response, China stated it would take necessary measures to protect its interests and urged the U.S. to cease its overgeneralization of national security risks. This policy aims to bolster U.S. technological leadership while addressing growing concerns surrounding foreign technology infiltration. The announcement follows ongoing regulatory efforts by the U.S. to limit the influence of Chinese and Russian technologies across multiple sectors.