US bans Chinese BYD vehicles at Kadena airbase over security concerns

The US military in Japan has banned vehicles made by Chinese electric vehicle manufacturer BYD at Kadena airbase on Okinawa, according to The Guardian.

This restriction applies not only to personal vehicles but also to delivery drivers and taxis operating on the base, the US military said.

The ban was implemented this week and reflects concerns about Chinese technology potentially being used to collect sensitive information.

The move has sparked speculation that similar bans could be extended to other US military facilities as part of a broader effort by Washington to limit Chinese technology access.

The Kadena airbase is one of America's largest overseas military installations, highlighting the significance of this security measure.