China Is Testing More Driverless Cars Than Any Other Country
Assisted driving systems and robot taxis are becoming more popular with government help, as cities designate large areas for testing on public roads.
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Assisted driving systems and robot taxis are becoming more popular with government help, as cities designate large areas for testing on public roads.
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