U.S. Bans Import and Sale of Connected Vehicles With Chinese, Russian Tech for National Security

Jan 14, 2025, 06:48 PM

The Biden administration has finalized a rule that effectively bans the import and sale of connected vehicles with Chinese and Russian technology in the U.S., citing national security concerns. The rule, set to be implemented in phases, will prohibit the import of Vehicle Connectivity System (VCS) hardware and software, as well as Automated Driving System (ADS) software, with a sufficient nexus to China or Russia. The software-related prohibitions will begin with model year 2027 vehicles, while hardware restrictions will apply starting with model year 2030 vehicles. This measure aims to safeguard U.S. national security by preventing potential misuse of sensitive data or interference by foreign adversaries through vehicle technologies. The rule also extends to vehicles manufactured in the U.S. by entities with ties to China or Russia, effectively barring them from sale if they incorporate the prohibited technologies.