From Motor1 · Brian Potter · · 1m
Germany Stops Chinese EVs At Military Bases
Germany blocks BYD, Nio and Geely cars from military sites over security risks.
In brief
Germany blocks BYD, Nio and Geely cars from military sites over security risks. Germany restricts connected Chinese vehicles at Bundeswehr bases to prevent data leaks from sensors. Originally reported by Motor1.
Germany restricts Chinese cars at military sites
Germany's armed forces now stop certain Chinese-made cars from reaching sensitive Bundeswehr sites.
Connected vehicles face access limits
Soldiers driving affected cars must park outside and walk into restricted zones.
Bundeswehr security rules apply site by site
Local security officers set access rules for each Bundeswehr site, varying by location.
No single banned list confirmed
Officials haven't confirmed whether brands beyond BYD, Nio and Geely are restricted.
Geely's wider European presence
Geely's German operations include Volvo, Polestar, Lynk & Co, Zeekr, Lotus and Smart.
Security concerns over sensors
Cameras, microphones, radar and ultrasonic sensors could map layouts near barracks.
Separate ban on Chinese drones
The Bundeswehr will stop using Chinese-made training drones and replace them with European models.
The short version
Germany restricts connected Chinese vehicles at Bundeswehr bases to prevent data leaks from sensors.
