# Germany Stops Chinese EVs At Military Bases

> Germany blocks BYD, Nio and Geely cars from military sites over security risks.
- Title: Germany Stops Chinese EVs At Military Bases · Motor1
- Summary: Germany blocks BYD, Nio and Geely cars from military sites over security risks. Germany restricts connected Chinese vehicles at Bundeswehr bases to prevent…
- Keywords: germany, bundeswehr, byd, nio, geely, connected vehicles, military sites, security concerns, Motor1
- Source: Motor1 — https://motor1.com/news/815377/germany-chinese-cars-bundeswehr-bases
- Author: Brian Potter
- Published: 2026-11-13T11:03:32+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: germany, bundeswehr, byd, nio, geely, connected vehicles, military sites, security concerns, cars
## 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.
## Key takeaway

Germany restricts connected Chinese vehicles at Bundeswehr bases to prevent data leaks from sensors.