U.S. Proposes Ban on Connected Car Technology From China and Russia

The U.S. Commerce Department has proposed a ban on the use of Chinese and Russian-made software and hardware in connected cars. The department cites concerns that foreign adversaries could use these components to collect data on Americans and manipulate vehicles.

Connected cars are vehicles that are equipped with internet connectivity and advanced technologies such as sensors, cameras, and GPS. These features allow cars to communicate with each other and with infrastructure, such as traffic lights and road signs. Connected cars also can collect data on drivers and their vehicles.

The Commerce Department’s proposal would ban the use of Chinese and Russian-made components in connected cars that are sold in the United States. The department says that these components could be used to collect data on Americans and manipulate vehicles.

The proposal is part of a broader effort by the U.S. government to address the potential cybersecurity risks posed by Chinese and Russian technology. The government has already taken steps to ban the use of Chinese-made telecommunications equipment in the U.S., and it is considering similar bans on other Chinese-made products.

The proposed ban on connected car technology from China and Russia has been met with mixed reactions. Some experts say that the ban is necessary to protect national security, while others say that it is an unnecessary and protectionist measure.

The Commerce Department is currently reviewing public comments on the proposed ban. The department is expected to make a final decision on the ban in the coming months.