The Biden administration has created new rules that stop new personal smart cars with technology from China and Russia from driving on American roads. These rules are meant to protect U.S. national security.
The U.S. Commerce Department announced that cars today are like mini-computers that can collect personal information, which might put people’s privacy at risk. This technology could also let foreign enemies control cars from far away.
The new rule bans the import and sale of smart cars and car parts tied to China and Russia. This means that companies linked to these countries can’t sell their vehicles in the U.S. The rules apply to passenger cars that weigh 10,000 pounds or less. Some of these restrictions will start as early as model year 2027 and others by 2030.
The Commerce Department also said they will look into creating similar rules for commercial vehicles like buses and trucks. The responsibility for this will fall to the next administration after President-elect Donald Trump takes office on January 20.
Additionally, the Biden administration is examining whether to impose new tariffs on Chinese chips used in technology.
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