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Automakers urge Congress to quickly ban Chinese vehicles in U.S.
CNBC • • business
Key Points:
- Major U.S. automakers, through the Alliance for Automotive Innovation, are urging Congress to permanently ban the domestic sale, import, and manufacturing of Chinese connected vehicles, hardware, and software before the current session ends on January 3.
- The group warns that Chinese automakers are dumping subsidized vehicles globally and sees this as a national security threat that requires immediate legislative action.
- Bipartisan efforts are underway in Congress to address concerns over Chinese vehicle investments, including legislation that could ban Mercedes-Benz in the U.S. due to Chinese investors holding a significant stake.
- The Alliance, which includes Mercedes-Benz, seeks to collaborate with lawmakers to create balanced policies that allow member companies to thrive while protecting U.S. interests.
- Automakers are concerned about Chinese companies like BYD and Geely flooding global markets, undercutting domestic production, and pushing exports to Europe and the Americas, prompting calls for a strong national security response.
