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XPeng Robotaxi Secures Driverless Testing Permit in Guangzhou; Gen 2 VLA Bridges L2 to ...
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Fusion42 · 27 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
XPeng Motors obtained a permit for driverless testing of its Robotaxi with second-generation VLA technology in Guangzhou, enabling Level 1 to Level 3 autonomous road tests without a safety driver. The Gen 2 VLA system supports seamless Level 2 to Level 4 autonomous driving capabilities using advanced learning and model compression techniques.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility.
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Driverless testing permits in major Chinese cities open tangible roads for fully autonomous vehicles. You can now engage early with regulators or fleet operators in Guangzhou to position your AV tech for rapid on-road deployment.
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