The U.S. could take "extreme action" and ban Chinese connected vehicles or impose restrictions on them, Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo said on Wednesday, in the first indication a ban could be on the table after a national security investigation. "We could take extreme action, which is to say no Chinese connected vehicles in the United States or look for mitigation" including safeguards, guardrails or other requirements. (For top technology news of the day, subscribe to our tech newsletter Today’s Cache)White House officials told reporters in February it was too early to say what action might be taken on connected Chinese vehicles. She added the United States needs "to take the threat much more seriously" of Chinese connected vehicles and other tech issues. President Joe Biden has repeatedly said he will take action to prevent a flood of Chinese vehicle imports.

Source: The Hindu May 09, 2024 14:33 UTC