Keep Chinese autonomous vehicles off the road
The U.S. autonomous vehicle industry faces national security concerns due to the integration of Chinese technology. Companies like Waymo utilize components from Chinese manufacturers, raising alarms about potential intelligence gathering by the Chinese Communist Party. Policymakers are urging caution regarding the security implications of these vehicles and the data they collect.
- ▪The U.S. autonomous vehicle industry relies on a global supply chain that includes Chinese products.
- ▪Chinese laws compel companies to cooperate with intelligence services, raising security concerns for American users.
- ▪Waymo's connection to Chinese technology has led to scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers regarding the safety and privacy of autonomous vehicles.
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The U.S. autonomous vehicle industry, like any other industry, relies on a supply chain that spans the globe, collecting automotive hardware and raw materials from countless other countries. Typically, a global supply chain is a positive sign of cost optimization and connectivity, but these benefits should not obscure national security considerations. In the United States, autonomous vehicle companies such as Waymo have become vessels for Chinese products to enter the factories, streets, and garages of America. Recommended Stories No-show Congress: Weekend at Bernie’s moves to Capitol Hill Illicit vapes flooded our borders.
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