China Supreme Court rules drivers remain liable despite autonomous driving tech
7 hours ago
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- China's Supreme Court ruled that drivers remain responsible for their vehicles even when using autonomous driving technology.
- A case from Zhejiang province was cited where a drunk driver relied on driving assistance, leading to legal consequences.
- The court emphasized that driving assistance systems do not replace the driver's responsibility for road safety.
- This ruling sets a nationwide legal standard for similar cases involving autonomous driving technology.
- The Chinese government has tightened safety regulations following a fatal accident involving an autonomous vehicle in 2025.