Overview

• Tesla is registering its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software with China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology.
• The company plans to initially test the system with employee vehicles before a broader rollout.
• FSD could be offered as a monthly subscription, potentially opening a new revenue stream.
• Tesla faces competition from Chinese automakers like BYD, Nio, and Xpeng, which have similar systems.
• The move follows recent efforts to diversify Tesla's supply chain and geopolitical considerations.