Biden administration proposes ban on U.S. sales of cars equipped with Chinese or Russian tech

The proposed rule would prohibit the import and sale of vehicles with Russia- and China-manufactured software and hardware that would allow the vehicle to communicate externally through Bluetooth, cellular, satellite, or Wi-Fi modules.

The Commerce Department said Monday it’s seeking a ban on the sale of connected and autonomous vehicles in the U.S. that are equipped with Chinese and Russian software and hardware with the stated goal of protecting national security and U.S. drivers.