Volvo gets US government approval to bypass Chinese connected-car ban
Summary
Volvo Cars received approval from the US Department of Commerce to import connected cars into the US, even though there is a ban on such vehicles with Chinese links starting in 2027. This approval came after Volvo showed it meets requirements about technology and data security under the new US rules.Key Facts
- The US banned connected vehicle software with Chinese links starting from the 2027 model year.
- Connected vehicle hardware with Chinese links will be banned starting in the 2030 model year.
- Volvo Cars, partly owned by Chinese company Zhejiang Geely Holding, got an exemption to import connected cars into the US.
- The exemption was granted after discussions about Volvo’s governance, technology, and data security.
- Automakers can request similar exemptions on a case-by-case basis.
- Polestar, owned partly by Volvo, is also working with US authorities to meet these regulations.
- The ban and exemptions aim to protect US cybersecurity interests against Chinese influence.
- This approval may open the door for other Chinese electric vehicles to enter the US market in the future.
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