Bipartisan lawmakers from Michigan have introduced the "Connected Vehicle Security Act," aiming to prohibit Chinese-made connected vehicles, software, and hardware from entering the U.S. market. This legislation aligns with similar bipartisan efforts in the Senate and is motivated by national security and data privacy concerns.
Representatives John Moolenaar and Debbie Dingell emphasized that the U.S. automotive industry is at a disadvantage due to Chinese practices such as subsidies, currency manipulation, and labor issues. The proposed restrictions would take effect in stages, with software bans starting on January 1, 2027, and hardware restrictions beginning on January 1, 2030.
The bill also targets threats from Russia, North Korea, and Iran. This legislative push comes amid warnings from various stakeholders in the automotive sector about the potential impact of subsidized Chinese automakers on the U.S. industrial base.
Over 120 House lawmakers previously urged President Trump to prevent Chinese automakers from entering the U.S. market, especially after he indicated a willingness to allow them to build factories in America under certain conditions.
Dingell expressed uncertainty about Trump's decisions, highlighting the need for lawmakers to convey the importance of protecting American auto workers and the industry