The Road Traffic Safety Research Center of the Ministry of Public Security cautions that some drivers are mistakenly equating assisted driving with autonomous driving, a misconception that has already contributed to traffic accidents. Once assisted driving is activated, some drivers engage in hazardous activities like using mobile phones or even sleeping, which not only violates traffic laws and regulations but also poses a grave risk to public safety. If automakers overstate the capabilities of assisted driving to mislead consumers, they may face penalties including fines or the revocation of their business licenses. In severe cases leading to accidents, the responsible individuals may also face criminal charges.
