Michigan Lawmakers Seek to Keep Certain Chinese Vehicles Out of U.S. as Trump Heads to Beijing
Michigan lawmakers introduced a bipartisan bill to ban Chinese-connected vehicles and technology from the U.S. market over security concerns.
TL;DR
- Michigan lawmakers introduced the 'Connected Vehicle Security Act' to ban Chinese-made connected vehicles, software, and hardware from the U.S.
- The bill addresses national security and data collection concerns, aiming to create a level playing field against Chinese manufacturing practices.
- Prohibitions on software would start January 1, 2027, and hardware restrictions on January 1, 2030.
- The legislation also covers Russia, North Korea, and Iran.
- Automakers and industry groups are warning about the potential impact of subsidized Chinese automakers on the U.S. industrial base.
- The move comes ahead of President Trump's meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, with lawmakers aiming to send a message to the President about protecting the American auto industry.