Chinese 'connected' cars are a national security threat, says Biden

The Biden administration announced a probe into potential national security and privacy risks from Chinese-made connected vehicles, directing the Department of Commerce to issue an ANPRM to evaluate technologies that could collect sensitive data or enable remote manipulation. While the scope and applicability to U.S. brands producing in China remain unclear, the move comes amid China’s rapid expansion in global auto markets, raising both security and economic competitiveness concerns for the U.S.