The US Department of Commerce announced plans to ban certain Chinese hardware and software from connected vehicles on Monday.

The proposal, which would also include Russian-made car components, was first proposed in February, followed by an investigation into the potential risks surrounding electric vehicle (EV) features like sensors and other internet-connected components.

If the plans are finalized, which the Joe Biden administration hopes to do before Jan. 20, the policy would begin banning software in 2026 for 2027 car models, and then hardware for 2030 models.

The prohibition would apply to EVs made in China, as well as to those made by Chinese companies but manufactured around the world, including in Mexico and Europe.

This comes after the administration, which claims the move is for national security purposes, announced 100% tariffs on Chinese EVs earlier this year.

In response, an automotive group representing GM, Toyota, Volkswagen, and Hyundai said the amount of China-connected hardware or software that enters the US is "very little" but argued that certain companies would have to find "alternate suppliers."

US to Ban Chinese Technology in Cars

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