U.S. Automakers Urge Congress to Permanently Ban Chinese Connected Vehicles Before Jan. 3
Updated
Updated · CNBC · Sep 3
U.S. Automakers Urge Congress to Permanently Ban Chinese Connected Vehicles Before Jan. 3
3 articles · Updated · CNBC · Sep 3
Summary
The Alliance for Automotive Innovation asked congressional leaders in a Thursday letter to permanently bar Chinese connected vehicles, hardware and software from U.S. sale, import and manufacturing before the current session ends on Jan. 3.
John Bozzella said the industry wants a statutory ban because Chinese automakers are dumping subsidized vehicles globally and could use connected technology to extend that push into the U.S. market.
The lobbying drive lands as bipartisan lawmakers advance China-focused auto restrictions, including Senate Commerce Committee legislation that could even block Mercedes-Benz because Chinese investors own nearly 20% of the company.
Automakers say Chinese groups such as BYD and Geely are already expanding exports into Europe and Central and South America, raising pressure on U.S. producers over prices, production and national security.