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At China auto show, EV makers to grapple with autonomous-tech crackdown, launch Tesla 'killers'


Published on 2025-04-21 03:41:27 - Reuters
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  • More than 70 Chinese and international automotive brands will showcase more than 100 new or refreshed models at the Shanghai auto show this week, intensifying already cutthroat competition in the world's premier market for electric vehicles and hybrids.

At the Beijing auto show, electric vehicle (EV) manufacturers are focusing on showcasing advancements in autonomous driving technology and introducing new models to compete with Tesla, amidst a backdrop of regulatory scrutiny. Chinese EV makers like BYD, Nio, and Xpeng are unveiling vehicles with enhanced autonomous features, aiming to challenge Tesla's dominance in the market. The event also highlights the ongoing tensions between innovation and regulation, as Chinese authorities have recently cracked down on companies testing autonomous vehicles on public roads without proper permits. This crackdown comes as the government seeks to balance the rapid development of autonomous technology with safety concerns. Additionally, the show features the launch of several "Tesla killers," new EV models designed to directly compete with Tesla's offerings in terms of technology, performance, and price.

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