U.S. Congressmen Propose Ban on Importing Connected Cars from China and Russia
A bipartisan bill introduced by U.S. Congressmen aims to prohibit the import of connected cars from China and Russia starting in 2027.
The bill states: "Beginning January 1, 2027, the importation, manufacture, sale, resale, or interstate sale of any vehicle with connectivity features will be prohibited within the United States."
The bill defines such vehicles as those equipped with any form of external network connection, including vehicles connected via mobile communication, satellite, or other wireless means.
The sponsors of the bill come from Michigan, commonly known as the "auto industry state."
The bill's preamble states: "The introduction of vehicles and their components controlled by foreign adversaries into the U.S. market poses a threat to America’s economic security, industrial competitiveness, and technological leadership."
The bill specifies that the countries targeted include China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran. However, in practice, this bill is primarily directed at China.
The bill notes: "Although the People's Republic of China has the world's largest automotive market, it still exports approximately 8 million vehicles annually—about twice as many as any other country. This illustrates the potential scale at which vehicles and components under foreign adversary control could enter global markets, including the United States."
The bill's sponsors argue that connected cars collect and transmit 'large amounts of sensitive data,' including location information and personal data. Lawmakers believe that foreign access to this data poses a threat, potentially leading to espionage and disruptions to critical infrastructure operations.
According to information on the U.S. Congress website, the bill has been submitted to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation for review.
Source: sputniknews
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