In a recent development, the US Department of Commerce has proposed a ban on the use of Chinese software and hardware in autonomous and self-driving vehicles due to national security concerns.
The proposal comes amid growing concerns from the US government about the potential for Chinese companies to collect data from American drivers and infrastructure, as well as the ability to remotely interfere with internet-connected vehicles and navigation systems.
If enacted, the new regulation would require major American automakers to remove Chinese software and hardware from their products. It also aims to prevent Chinese autonomous vehicle manufacturers from testing their vehicles on US roads.
While the initial focus is on banning Chinese software and hardware, products from Russia may also be included in the proposed ban in the near future.
The Biden administration will finalize the regulation after a 30-day public comment period, aiming to announce the rule before the end of their term. The software ban could take effect for model year 2027 vehicles, while the hardware ban would likely come into force in January 2029 or 2030.
This ban will apply to vehicles with certain Bluetooth, satellite, and wireless features, as well as autonomous vehicles capable of operating without a human driver.
The regulation will cover all vehicles on the road, except for those used in agriculture and mining operations.
The Biden administration has recently imposed high tariffs on imports from China, including a 100% tariff on electric vehicles, and new taxes on electric vehicle batteries and critical minerals.
Back in May 2024, US Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, expressed serious concerns about the risks posed by Chinese software and hardware in connected vehicles in the US. She highlighted the potential for catastrophic consequences if the software in millions of vehicles were to be compromised.
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