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Tesla Proposes Launch of Robotaxis in China During April Visit, Awaits Approval

May 8, 2024, 03:11 AM

Tesla, under the leadership of Elon Musk, has proposed the launch of robotaxis in China during his April visit, a move that is currently under consideration by Chinese authorities. The proposal includes testing and demonstrating the robotaxis domestically but does not yet have approval for full implementation of the Full Self-Driving (FSD) capabilities. This initiative, reported by China Daily and cited by multiple sources, reflects Tesla's strategic push into advanced autonomous transportation within the Chinese market, though it still awaits the green light for full-scale deployment.