British defence firms have reportedly warned employees not to connect their mobile phones to Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs), amid concerns over potential data extraction by Beijing. The i newspaper reported on Monday that firms working for the UK government issued the warning due to fears that sensitive information could be accessed through the vehicles' systems.
The warning highlights growing cybersecurity concerns surrounding electric cars, which are increasingly connected to mobile devices and the internet. While phones and computers have long been targets for cyber spies, experts are now questioning the vulnerability of EVs to similar threats.
The report did not specify which Chinese manufacturers were involved, but the move reflects heightened tensions over data security and espionage. No official confirmation from the UK government or the defence firms has been provided.
