Tesla Faces Delays in Autonomous Driving Roll-Out in China Due to Data Security Issues
Regulatory Challenges for Tesla's Self-Driving Features in China
Tesla's ambitious plans for its advanced driver-assistance systems in China face significant hurdles. China Daily reports that the Ministry of State Security is scrutinizing mapping data due to national security concerns. Despite government support, the deployment of Tesla's full self-driving (FSD) systems is currently stalled as regulatory departments assess compliance with data protection laws.
Elon Musk's Push for Robotaxis
Six months after discussions with Chinese officials, Musk's proposal to launch robotaxis encounters additional delays. While Tesla aims to test its advanced driver-assistance package in one of its key markets, regulatory approvals are crucial for moving forward.
Competition in Autonomous Driving
The competition in China's autonomous driving sector includes prominent players like Baidu and Xpeng, which have already established operational robotaxi services. Tesla's FSD package is priced at 64,000 yuan but remains unavailable until regulatory consent is granted.
- China Daily highlights ongoing regulatory vetting hindering FSD launch.
- Mapping data scrutiny prompted by China's national security issues.
- Other competitors in the EV market include Mobileye, Geely, and Didi Chuxing.
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