US to Propose Ban on Chinese Software in Autonomous Vehicles
The Commerce Department cites national security concerns as it prepares new regulations affecting Level 3 and higher automation.
- The ban targets Chinese-developed software and advanced wireless communication modules in autonomous vehicles.
- Automakers must verify their software is not from 'foreign entities of concern,' such as China.
- The proposed rule would also prohibit testing of Chinese autonomous vehicles on US roads.
- The administration recently increased tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles and related technologies.
- A meeting with international allies discussed the cybersecurity risks of connected vehicles.