Autonomous driving is taking a significant leap forward in the Chinese mainland, with Beijing E-Town becoming a hub for some of the world's most advanced robotaxis. Riding in these futuristic cabs is becoming almost effortless—just buckle up, touch a screen, and you're on your way, all without a driver in the seat.
But the excitement doesn't stop with the individual rides. The broader autonomous driving industry in China is rapidly advancing, driven by robust technological innovation, supportive regulations, and enthusiastic investments. This confluence of factors is propelling the sector toward large-scale commercial deployment, positioning China as a leader in tech-intensive new growth engines.
\"Some might feel nervous when trying these fully self-driving taxis for the first time. But in my personal experience, after three or four minutes of chat in the seats, they would forget they were in a driverless car,\" said Zhang Ning, vice president of Chinese autonomous driving startup Pony.ai and head of its Beijing R&D center. Zhang's insights highlight the growing acceptance and comfort among users as they experience the future of transportation firsthand.
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