Monday, 28 April, 2025

China's Smart Driving Race Intensifies Amid Regulatory Crackdown

China's automotive industry is rapidly embracing intelligent driving technologies, with nearly 60% of vehicles sold in 2024 equipped with Level 2 or higher advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). This surge is driven by tech-savvy consumers and fierce competition among automakers like BYD, Xpeng, and Xiaomi. However, a recent fatal crash involving Xiaomi's SU7 has prompted regulators to ban terms like "smart driving" in advertisements and enforce stricter safety standards.