China approves two level-3 autonomous EVs

The electric sedans both come from state-owned automakers. China has taken another step forward in the self-driving car market. The country's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has made its first approval for cars with level-3 autonomous driving capabilities. The two electric sedans come from state-owned automakers Changan Auto and BAIC Motor. The US National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines level-3 driving as the system handles all aspects of the driving task while you, as the driver, are available to take over driving if requested.