Episode #217 - Tesla Out on Top of ADAS Test, Hopeful about L90, BYD Sponsors Sports
China EVs & MoreShow Notes
In this episode, Tu and Lei focus on Tesla's recent earnings, the results of an advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) test conducted by Dong Che Di, and the ongoing price war in the EV market. They analyze the implications of these developments for the industry, including the challenges of intelligent driving systems and the strategies employed by various EV makers to gain market share. The conversation also touches on global expansion efforts, sponsorships, and audience insig...
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