16 hours ago
- Automotive
- South China Morning Post
How does a Chinese driverless system compare with Tesla's?
Chinese carmakers are surging ahead in the race for autonomous driving, with over 60 per cent of new vehicles in China boasting self-driving capabilities, compared to less than 40 per cent for US cars. Post staff conducted road tests during the 2025 Shanghai Auto Show to pit one Chinese-made car against Tesla's Model 3. While impressive, the systems for handling actions such as merging, parking and obstacles are currently at Level 2 autonomy – and require driver attention. So, what does this mean for the future of driverless cars, and where does China truly stand in the autonomous car revolution?
