Tesla(US:TSLA) Haitong Securities International·2025-12-15 12:51Investment Rating - The report does not explicitly state an investment rating for the automotive industry or specific companies within it. Core Insights - The report highlights significant regulatory advancements in both China and the U.S. regarding Level 3 (L3) and Level 4 (L4) autonomous driving, indicating a shift towards commercialization and practical implementation of advanced intelligent driving technologies [1][7][10]. Summary by Sections China - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has granted conditional market access to China's first batch of L3 autonomous driving vehicles, marking a regulatory breakthrough and transitioning the sector from testing to compliant mass production [2][8]. - Approved models include the Changan Deepal SL03 and ARCFOX Alpha S, which can only activate L3 functions in designated areas, reflecting a cautious regulatory approach [2][9]. - The management framework for L3 vehicles includes "product access + operating entity + designated operating area," providing a clear template for future OEMs [2][9]. - The report anticipates that by 2026, L3 functionality could expand significantly in China, driven by accumulated pilot experience and regulatory improvements [2][9]. United States - Tesla has achieved a milestone with its Model Y Robotaxi operating fully driverless on public roads in Austin, Texas, utilizing Unsupervised FSD software, which confirms the feasibility of its autonomous technology in real-world environments [3][10]. - The U.S. is pursuing L4/Robotaxi commercialization despite an incomplete legal framework, while China is focusing on regulatory compliance for L3 vehicles, indicating parallel but distinct paths towards the same goal [3][11]. - The advancements in both countries are accelerating the transition of autonomous driving from an engineering challenge to a commercial opportunity, with significant implications for vehicle valuation and competitive dynamics [3][11].