Tesla updates autopilot software in China, owners say move falls short of hopes
Tesla made a long-awaited update to its autopilot software in China with a city navigation feature, but it disappointed Chinese owners who said it fell short of Elon Musk's promises. The updated capabilities are similar to Tesla's "Full Self-Driving" (FSD) system but less advanced than what is available in the United States due to limited data training on Chinese roads and traffic rules. Several Chinese social media users expressed frustration with the lack of updates, citing that rival automakers offer similar driver-assistance features at a lower price or for free.
- The gap between Tesla's promised capabilities and the actual update may indicate a broader challenge in adapting advanced autonomous driving technologies to diverse regulatory environments.
- How will the ongoing competition from Chinese rivals in the smart-driving software space impact Tesla's long-term strategy and pricing tactics for its EVs?