China accelerates push for autonomous driving

China’s autonomous driving industry has entered a new phase of accelerated development, as the country approved two cars with level-3 autonomous driving capabilities, marking the first time that such vehicles have been cleared by the national regulator as authorized products nearly ready for mass adoption. The move, regarded by industry insiders and experts as forward-looking yet cautious, is expected to significantly advance intelligent driving in the world’s largest automotive market while still prioritizing safety.

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