Core Insights - The self-driving travel market is experiencing significant growth during the National Day holiday, with both the scale of self-driving trips and consumer spending increasing. Domestic self-driving demand has grown by 6.7% year-on-year, with average rental time increasing by nearly one day. Consumers are willing to pay more for high-quality travel experiences, with per capita rental costs rising by over 20% [1][2]. Domestic Self-Driving Trends - Domestic self-driving demand has increased by 6.7% year-on-year, with longer travel periods and greater distances traveled. One-third of self-driving travelers are opting for staggered travel by taking leave [1]. - Families traveling with children have seen a 15.7% increase in self-driving trips, reflecting changing parenting philosophies and consumer tendencies among new-generation parents [5]. International Self-Driving Trends - International self-driving demand has surged by 11.6% year-on-year, with average rental duration increasing by 7%. Long-distance destinations are particularly popular, indicating a trend towards deeper travel experiences [2]. - Notable growth in rental demand has been observed in various countries, including Iceland (210% increase), Oman (over 180% increase), and South Africa (130% increase) [2]. Demographic Insights - The 55-64 age group of self-driving travelers has grown by 18% year-on-year, indicating a strong desire for travel among older adults who typically have more disposable income and time [3][5]. - Younger travelers, particularly those born after 1995, are also driving market growth, with a 23% increase in self-driving trips among this demographic, and a 26% increase among those born after 2000 [5].