The Nvidia Deal Shows How Chinese-Made EVs Could Come To The US - CleanTechnica

The article discusses the strategic competition between the United States and China in the electric vehicle (EV) market, highlighting how Chinese-made EVs could potentially enter the US market despite current restrictions. It frames the rivalry not as a traditional military conflict but as a technological and economic contest for global supremacy, with EVs playing a central role. Chinese automakers have gained a significant lead, partly due to substantial government support and strategic initiatives, such as appointing Wan Gang in 2007 to spearhead EV development with massive subsidies and favorable regulations. A major barrier to Chinese EVs entering the US market is the concern over national security. US officials, including President Biden and Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo, have expressed fears that Chinese-made connected vehicles could be used for surveillance or even remotely controlled to cause harm, leading to bans on such imports. These concerns stem from the sophisticated digital sensors and software in EVs, which could potentially transmit sensitive data to the Chinese government. Despite early quality issues with Chinese vehicles, the