Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-11-17 13:01Core Insights - Tesla and Mercedes-Benz are among the first foreign companies registered as generative AI service providers in China, allowing them to deploy AI assistants for customer service inquiries [1] - China will implement a generative AI service registration system starting April 2024, requiring suppliers to obtain government approval before offering such technology to consumers [1] Group 1: Tesla - Tesla's voice assistant system in China utilizes DeepSeek and ByteDance's AI model, providing in-car voice recognition, navigation, and music control features [1] - The Shanghai xBot AI service is expected to align closely with Chinese users' expectations for smart vehicle functionalities [1] Group 2: Mercedes-Benz - Mercedes-Benz plans to use a virtual assistant powered by Douyin's Skylark AI for its newly launched pure electric CLA model in China [1] - The virtual assistant will support voice interaction, smart navigation, and advanced cabin control, with expectations to serve over 70,000 vehicles annually by 2026 [1] Group 3: Volvo - Volvo, controlled by Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, has also received legal permission to utilize generative AI services [2]