Senate Committee Advances Auto Bill with 15% China Ownership Cap That Could Bar Mercedes-Benz

According to CNBC, the Senate Commerce Committee advanced bipartisan legislation on Wednesday (July 21) aimed at tightening restrictions on Chinese automakers, though the bill's 15% Chinese ownership threshold could unintentionally bar Mercedes-Benz from the U.S. market. Committee Chairman Ted Cruz noted that two Chinese investors collectively own nearly 20% of Mercedes-Benz: state-owned automaker BAIC holds 9.98% and Geely founder Li Shufu holds 9.69%, exceeding the proposed limit. The Motor Vehicle Modernization Act of 2026 is designed to prevent Chinese-linked vehicle technology from entering the U.S. over national security concerns. Mercedes-Benz would have until 2030 to comply with the ownership limit or seek a waiver.
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