The Israel Defense Forces has banned all China-made vehicles on its bases out of concern for information security, Israel’s Army Radio reported on Tuesday.

China-made vehicles will be required to park outside army bases, and in some cases a considerable distance from the external perimeter, according to the report.

The new policy is the result of a gradual distancing from China-made cars and other products within the IDF out of concern they could be used for espionage or feature security bugs that could lead to information leaks, Israeli business daily TheMarker reported.

“The IDF is examining all implications of smart vehicles in coordination with all relevant parties. Operational guidelines on the matter will be issued in accordance with the decisions made,” the IDF Spokesperson’s

See Full Page