Core Viewpoint - The incident involving a drunk driver using a "smart driving device" to operate a vehicle autonomously highlights the risks associated with the misuse of intelligent driving assistance systems [3][4][5]. Group 1: Incident Details - On September 13, a driver in Hangzhou, under the influence of alcohol, used a device to trick the vehicle's intelligent driving system, allowing it to drive for 20 minutes without anyone in the driver's seat [4][5]. - The vehicle was equipped with an L2 level intelligent driving assistance system, which is designed to alert the driver if hands are removed from the steering wheel for more than two minutes [4][14]. - The driver, identified as Wang, had a history of drunk driving and was subsequently sentenced to 45 days in detention and fined 4,000 yuan for dangerous driving [5][15]. Group 2: Technology and Misuse - The "smart driving device," referred to as "智驾神器," has evolved from simple weighted accessories to more sophisticated electronic modules that can deceive the vehicle's monitoring systems [6][7]. - These devices are marketed online and are designed to bypass the driver monitoring systems, allowing for extended periods of hands-free driving [6][7]. - The rise of high-level intelligent driving systems has led to the development of customized "smart boxes" for specific vehicle brands, which can maintain autonomous driving without driver intervention [7][14]. Group 3: Regulatory and Safety Concerns - The incident underscores the need for stricter regulations and oversight regarding the production, sale, and use of such devices, as current laws do not adequately address the risks posed by external modifications to driving systems [14][15]. - Authorities emphasize that intelligent driving requires human oversight and should not be mistaken for full automation, warning against the dangers of using such devices [15].

Core Viewpoint - The case of a man in Hangzhou using a "smart driving device" while intoxicated highlights the legal implications of using such devices in vehicles, emphasizing that the driver remains responsible for any actions taken while the vehicle is in motion [1][5][6]. Group 1: Incident Overview - A man named Wang, after drinking, used a "smart driving device" to deceive the vehicle's system into believing he was still in control while he was actually in the passenger seat [2][3]. - The vehicle operated without a driver for approximately 20 minutes before stopping and activating hazard lights, prompting a call to the police [2][3]. Group 2: Legal Implications - Wang was found to have a blood alcohol content of 114.5 mg/100ml, leading to charges of dangerous driving under Chinese law [2][3]. - The court sentenced Wang to 1 month and 15 days of detention and a fine of 4,000 RMB, marking the first case of dangerous driving involving an intelligent driving system in the region [3][5]. Group 3: Industry Impact - The use of "smart driving devices" undermines the safety of driving and can negatively affect the development of the automotive industry by distorting data collection necessary for improving autonomous driving systems [4]. - Experts warn that such devices not only pose risks to individual drivers but also threaten the overall health of the automotive industry by encouraging irresponsible behavior [4]. Group 4: Regulatory and Safety Concerns - Legal experts emphasize that the responsibility for driving remains with the driver, regardless of the use of automated systems, and that using devices to bypass safety measures is illegal [5][6]. - There is a call for stricter regulations against the production and sale of such devices, which are seen as a significant threat to road safety [6].