US bans vehicles from China’s BYD at Japan military base, calling them ‘unacceptable’ risk
The U.S. Department of Defense has prohibited Chinese BYD electric vehicles from operating at Kadena Air Base in Okinawa, labeling them an unacceptable security risk. The ban also covers BYD cars used by civilian personnel, such as delivery drivers and taxi operators on the base, extending the restriction beyond military use. The decision follows concerns about data collection and potential espionage.