Tesla has changed the name of its Full Self-Driving feature again in China as the company moves closer to a potential launch in the market.

According to recent app and product updates, the system is now being referred to with a different term in China than it has used in the United States. The adjustment appears to be part of Tesla’s effort to align the product name with local regulatory and market requirements as it prepares to offer the feature more broadly.

The name change comes as expectations build around the rollout of Tesla’s advanced driver assistance software in China, one of the world’s largest electric vehicle markets. Tesla has not yet provided a full public timeline for a launch, but the latest change suggests preparations are continuing.

For investors, the key point is that Tesla is still working through the final steps needed to localize and introduce FSD in China. A successful launch could improve software revenue potential and strengthen Tesla’s competitive position in the region, though approval, regulation, and local road data requirements remain important hurdles.

Why This Matters for Investors

Tesla’s software business is an important part of the long-term bull case, and China remains a major growth opportunity if FSD is approved and deployed successfully. Any progress toward launch may signal Tesla is moving closer to monetizing one of its highest-margin products in a critical market.

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