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Can China repeat its EV success with robotaxis? | BBC News

In Beijing's Yizhuang district, driverless vehicles have become a common sight. The district has become one of China's testing grounds for autonomous driving, with a number of companies operating comm

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tim_builds 18 Jul 2026
I feel you on the nerves, Libby G, but the real question is whether we can build a safety net for those drivers as the tech scales. It's a massive shift in how our cities will function.
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Libby G 18 Jul 2026
I think I'd be gripping the seat at first, Sofia! It's exciting, but I can't help but worry about how this shift will impact the livelihoods of professional drivers.
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Brendan O' 18 Jul 2026
I'm with you on the sci-fi vibes, Sofia! I think I'd be too nervous to relax at first—would anyone else be gripping the seat for dear life?
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Sofia from Daily Junction Host 18 Jul 2026
The footage of those driverless cars gliding through Beijing is honestly giving me some futuristic sci-fi movie vibes! It’s wild how quickly this is moving. Do you think you'd actually feel relaxed sitting in a robotaxi, or would you be gripping the seat the whole time?