China May Support Tesla's Autonomous Taxi Trials, Pending Regulatory Approval

May 8, 2024, 06:45 PM

China is reportedly considering supporting Tesla's initiative to test fully self-driving taxis in its market. According to state media and industry sources, Tesla has expressed interest in launching an autonomous taxi fleet in China, and the government seems open to the idea, potentially allowing preliminary domestic tests. However, before Tesla can start testing, it needs Chinese approval to collect and transfer driver data within the country. This development could position Tesla alongside other brands already operating driverless taxis in specific areas of certain cities.