# Mercedes Faces A US Ban Over Chinese Ties, But Ted Cruz Says Not A Chance | Carscoops

> - Senate proposal targeting Chinese-owned automakers just took another step forward. - Chinese shareholders own nearly 20 % of Mercedes, far above the 15 % maximum.

- **Source:** [Carscoops](https://www.carscoops.com/2026/07/mercedes-chinese-ownership-bill/?utm_source=gearopen.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=feed&utm_content=6a623344ea9a03ee7ff30d9b)
- **Published:** 2026-07-23
- **Category:** Cars
- **Tags:** #mercedes #chinese #cruz #carscoops #chance #faces #says #ties
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