Automakers ask US Congress for permanent ban on Chinese cars
The association that includes GM, Volkswagen, Toyota and others wants a vote this year and cites a national security risk, according to Reuters.
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An association representing General Motors, Volkswagen, Toyota and other major automakers asked the US Congress to approve this year a permanent ban on Chinese vehicles in the country, according to Reuters, cited by g1.
The appeal was made on Monday (2), ahead of the resumption of legislative work expected next week, after the midterm elections. The Alliance for Automotive Innovation wants lawmakers to use the short voting period to complete review of the proposal.
The group argues that the entry of these cars threatens national security and the investments of manufacturers based in the US. "We need to protect the market from a flood of Chinese imports," said its president, John Bozzella.
Today, rules adopted in early 2025, under the Joe Biden administration, already effectively prevent Chinese automakers from selling or producing passenger cars in the country, over the risk of drivers' data being sent to China. In addition, the US maintains tariffs above 100% on Chinese electric vehicles. Now, the industry is pushing for a law that would make the ban permanent.