Leapmotor Vehicles Utilized Dahua Camera Technology
The Leapmotor C10 electric vehicle features surveillance cameras produced by a company previously flagged in Australia.
Updated on Sept. 24, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
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Leapmotor C10 electric vehicles sold in Australia include six cameras manufactured by a Dahua subsidiary. This technological connection follows earlier security actions taken by the Australian government against Dahua surveillance hardware.
Why it matters
Security experts have raised concerns regarding data collection by connected vehicle camera systems. These systems monitor both the interior and exterior environments, creating potential risks for sensitive sites.
The Leapmotor C10 model is equipped with a six-camera suite that records interior and surrounding footage. In the United Kingdom, security protocols implemented in 2025 require certain Chinese-brand vehicles to be parked at least 3 kilometers away from sensitive sites.
The players
Leapmotor
This electric vehicle manufacturer maintains procurement contracts with technology providers for its C10 model.
Dahua
This technology company manufactures surveillance hardware and camera systems that are integrated into various consumer products.
The details
The Leapmotor C10 maintains a procurement contract with a Dahua subsidiary for various sensors, radars, and cameras. Because connected vehicles reveal movement patterns when parked near government or defense facilities, these components have faced increased scrutiny internationally.
Timeline
2021: China barred Tesla vehicles from accessing specific political enclaves and defense sites.
2023: Australia removed Dahua surveillance cameras from federal government properties.
2024: Leapmotor C10 vehicles utilizing Dahua technology were sold in Australia.
2025: The United Kingdom banned Chinese-brand electric vehicles from training bases and sensitive sites.
Roadmap
The integration of surveillance-linked components into consumer vehicles mirrors broader industry tensions surrounding the security of connected automotive ecosystems. This trend forces a strategic reassessment of the global supply chain as manufacturers navigate stricter regulatory requirements for electric vehicles.
Owners of connected vehicles with integrated camera suites should be aware that parking proximity to government facilities may now trigger restrictive security protocols. Drivers in sensitive areas may face new site access rules that prevent parking on-premises.
The takeaway
As vehicles become increasingly digitized, the origins of hardware components are becoming a critical factor for both governments and consumers. Users should monitor legislative updates regarding vehicle data privacy to understand potential restrictions on where they can operate or park.
Further reading
Learn more about evolving industry regulations in the Electric Vehicles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Cool Down.
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