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BYD probes distrust of Tesla FSD with promise of full compensation for self-driving accidents

Tesla has delayed plans to unveil its next-generation Roadster again, pushing the schedule to after August as development linked to SpaceX thruster technology takes longer than expected. The company is also pursuing sensor reliability, including a patent for a camera system that cleans its own lens. Debate continues over the safety of unsupervised driving and compensation for self-driving accidents, as rivals such as BYD, XPeng and Rivian accelerate development and responsibility frameworks.

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Xpeng unveils VLA 2.0, bets on human-like driving feel

Chinese electric vehicle maker Xpeng introduced its VLA 2.0 autonomous driving system, highlighting human-like driving judgments and rapid localisation. It said its in-house Turing AI chip and simulation-based training enable more natural driving than rule-based approaches. Xpeng said the system anticipates road situations and makes context-aware decisions. It also said the new GX offers up to 3,000 TOPS and processes more data inside the vehicle. The company said it can adapt abroad without HD maps or rewriting rules.

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BYD, Xpeng push ahead as Honda, Volkswagen slow, diverging global EV strategies

Chinese electric vehicle makers are intensifying their overseas push, expanding exports and moving to build local production bases in Europe. BYD topped 130,000 overseas exports in April and is linked to possible moves involving Stellantis facilities, while Xpeng is reported to be pursuing a Volkswagen plant. In Germany, companies report high satisfaction with electric trucks. By contrast, Honda and Volkswagen are slowing electrification plans. Tesla is advancing FSD expansion while facing transparency and safety disputes.