# Mercedes-Benz faces potential US ban under Senate bill targeting Chinese-owned automakers

A proposed Senate bill could ban Mercedes-Benz from the US market due to its Chinese ownership structure. The legislation targets automakers with significant Chinese ties, citing national security concerns. If passed, this would disrupt Mercedes-Benz's US operations and impact the broader auto industry.

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- [Fox News Business](https://www.foxbusiness.com/politics/mercedes-benz-could-face-us-ban-under-senate-bill-targeting-chinese-owned-automakers) — Tue, 28 Jul 2026 05:07:00 GMT