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Posted on 06/27/2026 6:45:11 AM PDT by Callahan
Chinese cars are increasingly driving a wedge between the US, Mexico and Canada ahead of a July 1 deadline to renew North America’s faltering free-trade pact, deepening a rift already torn open by Donald Trump’s tariffs. The US is the only major market Chinese cars have yet to conquer — but it remains firmly off-limits. Washington has in effect banned them to combat suspected surveillance technology amid fears the vehicles, heavily subsidised by Beijing, would kill off America’s domestic auto industry. By contrast, Mexico’s love affair with cheap Chinese cars has made it Beijing’s top car export destination and Canada is actively courting investment from Chinese electric-vehicle makers. For Beijing, that offers a tantalising toehold from which to launch into the US market. “They are positioning themselves so that whenever the political landscape changes . . . they’ll be ready to provide vehicles in that market as well,” said Farid Ahmad, head of Dealer Solutions and Mergers and Acquisitions, who is working with Chinese companies to expand across Canada. “They’re knocking at the [US] gate,” he added.
…Two Democratic senators last month introduced the Protecting America from Chinese Cars Act, calling Chinese vehicles — even those crossing into the US on day trips — “surveillance packages on wheels” capable of feeding data to “adversarial nations”. Mexico has made efforts to placate Trump, who sees the country as a back door for Chinese goods into the US. In January, it slapped 50 per cent tariffs on Chinese cars.
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They shouldn’t allow any surveillance software in cars regardless of what country it comes from
China can take a long walk off a short pier. Their faulty junk will never sit on my driveway.
“They are positioning themselves so that whenever the political landscape changes . . .”
Translation: When Trump is gone.
American politicians are inexpensive to buy, but are more than willing to be bought.
They are building better than any Tesla for a 1/3 the cost. Sooner or later they will be allowed in from demand alone.
Chinese cars are all over the place in Mexico City. I’ve been in a few. Not bad. Not really anything that screams I have to have one. The longevity of the vehicles is probably a big question mark, but some of the roads in Mexico City could eat the best of vehicles.
The other side of the equation is U.S. built cars.For the most part, some of the U.S. manufacturers pump out garbage as well.
So I'm guessing you drive a Japanese brand vehicle? Because many of the American cars are crap as well.
Surveillance software and a 75 MPG CAFE with heavy taxes AND EV mandates will bring China in. That’s what they are wanting. Pelosi started it with 35. Obama pushed it to 55 after seizing opponents. Biden had it at 65 and EV mandates. Gavin with a gas ban is China’s golden goose.
We know what China sees from leftists.
Really?
My American built truck has almost 300k miles.
My wife had gone through 3 Toyota’s in that time.
The Europeans were stupid enough to KILL their automobile industries. Guess those high paying jobs are gone Germany! Guess those taxes are gone Germany! EU has killed Europe! First allow Africans who are unable and unwilling to contribute to European, now destroy high income, export earnings automobiles. No one is this stupid! So the leaders did on purpose! Why? Why kill Europe?
Because cheap trumps security risk? IDTS
Canada’s Carney probably loves it he’s running a Carny show in Canada anyway , his bailout of those unsold condos will probably give the Chinese money launderers billions
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China put secret tracking device on the PM’s car four years ago
The Daily Mail ^ | June 10, 2026 | SAM MERRIMAN
Posted on 6/9/2026, 10:36:00 PM by MinorityRepublican
A Chinese tracking device was discovered in the Prime Minister’s official car, MPs were told yesterday.
The bug is believed to have been found in a sealed part of the vehicle imported from China.
They are building better than any Tesla for a 1/3 the cost.“
That is BS. Cheaper yes but better hell no. I have no intention to get an EV but if l did it would not be a Chinese crap box.
Tofu dregs on 4 wheels. Ask the Chinese about their domestic cars. They’re crap. But they’re the only game in town for most of them.
CC
“I’ve been in a few. Not bad. Not really anything that screams I have to have one. The longevity of the vehicles is probably a big question mark...”
With all due respect my friend, it’s really not about that now is it.
No they’re not, and you’re easily misled if you truly believe that.
CC
See my post 16
I remember someone proposing congress critters have a uniform with scout-like badges showing who their sponsors are.
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