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Volkswagen and Stellantis advance self-driving car plans in China and France

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First reported by The Driven · 4 November at 12:57 pm

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The Driven·EV specialists·4 November at 12:57 pm

Volkswagen and Stellantis advance self-driving car plans in China and France

Volkswagen gains approval to test Level 3 autonomous driving in China, while Stellantis advances plans to trial driverless vehicles in Greater Paris from 2028. The post Volkswagen and Stellantis…

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The quick read

  • Volkswagen gains approval to test Level 3 autonomous driving in China
  • Stellantis plans to trial driverless vehicles in Greater Paris from 2028
  • The trials will help advance self-driving car technology
  • China and France are key markets for autonomous vehicle development

For dealers: Australian dealers should monitor the progress of autonomous vehicle technology as it may impact their business models in the future

AI-assisted summary of the coverage below — check the original reporting before relying on specifics.

ADME commentary

The ADME angle

The fact that Volkswagen and Stellantis are advancing their self-driving car plans in key markets like China and France suggests that autonomous vehicle technology is becoming increasingly viable

What it means for competitor response

The decision by Stellantis to trial driverless vehicles in Greater Paris from 2028 indicates that the company is committed to being at the forefront of autonomous vehicle development, which could put pressure on other manufacturers to follow suit

This could lead to a surge in investment in autonomous vehicle technology, potentially altering the competitive landscape of the industry

Impact on marketing and lead handling

As autonomous vehicle technology becomes more prevalent, dealers may need to adapt their marketing strategies to appeal to customers who are interested in this technology

The ability to offer autonomous vehicles could become a key differentiator for dealers, allowing them to attract customers who are looking for the latest technology

Actionable steps

This week, dealers could start researching the current state of autonomous vehicle technology and how it may impact their business in the future, in order to stay ahead of the curve and be prepared for any changes that may come