China Approves Public Road Tests for Advanced Autonomous Vehicles

Nine automakers, including BYD and Nio, receive green light to test level three self-driving technologies, aiming to accelerate market adoption and economic growth.

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology authorized nine automakers to conduct level three autonomous driving tests on public roads.
Participating companies include BYD, Nio, and state-owned firms like Changan, GAC, and SAIC.
These trials are part of China's strategy to integrate smart vehicle systems with road infrastructure and enhance global competitiveness.
The program aims to establish industry standards and support legislation for autonomous driving technologies.
Tesla plans to introduce its Full Self-Driving software in China, following a deal with Baidu for HD mapping.

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