U.S. Warns of Hidden Radios in Chinese-Made Solar Highway Equipment

U.S. transportation officials have raised alarms over undocumented radios embedded in solar-powered highway infrastructure, including traffic cameras, EV chargers, and rest stops. The discovery reignites concerns about foreign surveillance and potential sabotage in critical systems.

George Mason University's Anomadarshi Barua warns these rogue devices could disrupt roadside systems or even compromise autonomous vehicle safety. While the Federal Highway Administration didn't name specific countries, most solar inverters in U.S. infrastructure are Chinese-made.

The Chinese Embassy rejected the allegations, defending its energy infrastructure achievements. This development follows Reuters' May report about rogue communication devices in U.S. systems, potentially foreshadowing broader import restrictions.