This week, China's regime received a huge economic blow. The European Commission decided to impose tariffs of up to 45 percent on its electric cars. Last May, the U.S. announced a similar measure, with tariffs of up to 100 percent. Canada is set to implement a 100 percent tax.
But Mexico, a trade partner of these two countries, is moving in the opposite direction, offering China great benefits, including fiscal, land, management and preferential pricing breaks.
China's subsidized vehicle industry has become a serious threat. It is not just the usual violation of fair trade or illegal transfer of intellectual property. This is now a matter of national security.
The Vehicle Connectivity System and the integrated software of Automated Driving Software are key components. The U.S Department of Commerce has noted that this technology is not just capable of transmitting, receiving and collecting sensitive information but also capable of controlling........