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Tesla's Full Self-Driving faces delays in China

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Max McDee, 18 October 2024

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Tesla's ambitious plan to bring its Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology to China appears to be hitting a speed bump. While the electric car giant initially projected a first-quarter 2025 launch, recent reports suggest that regulatory hurdles may cause delays.

Tesla's FSD is a suite of features designed to enhance driving automation, enabling vehicles to navigate highways, city streets, and parking lots with minimal driver intervention. While not fully autonomous, FSD represents a significant step towards Tesla's ultimate goal of self-driving cars. Unfortunately for Tesla, the system's reliance on vast amounts of data for training and operation has raised concerns among Chinese authorities.

Tesla's Full Self-Driving faces delays in China

Data security is a paramount issue for all nations, and the Chinese government is no different in that respect. Tesla's FSD requires access to extensive driving data, including video footage, to function effectively. This has led to a careful evaluation process by Chinese regulators, who are scrutinizing Tesla's data collection practices to ensure compliance with local laws and regulations.

According to sources cited by China Daily, Tesla CEO Elon Musk has proposed granting Chinese authorities direct access to non-sensitive video data collected by Tesla vehicles. Musk has also suggested the formation of a dedicated government team to assess this data and ensure its security. It appears that Chinese authorities have not yet responded to these proposals, indicating a potential roadblock in Tesla's FSD rollout plans.

Tesla's Full Self-Driving faces delays in China

Despite these challenges, Tesla remains committed to bringing FSD to China. The company has been actively engaging with Chinese authorities and has already taken steps to comply with local data regulations. Since 2021, all data collected by Tesla vehicles in China has been stored within the country, and the company is collaborating with local firms to support its driver-assistance systems.

Currently, all Tesla vehicles in China are equipped with basic autopilot software, which offers features like adaptive cruise control and lane-keeping assistance. While FSD is not yet officially available, Chinese customers can purchase it for a one-time fee of RMB 64,000 ($8,980). Tesla also offers Enhanced Autopilot in China, priced at half the cost of FSD.

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