Tesla Launches AI-Powered In-Car Voice Assistants Using DeepSeek and Doubao for China’s Market
Tesla has launched AI-powered in-car voice assistants specifically for the Chinese market by integrating local Chinese AI technologies DeepSeek and ByteDance’s Doubao. This strategic move enables Tesla vehicles in China to handle voice commands for navigation, media playback, temperature control, and interactive conversations through domestically developed AI models, complying with China’s strict data localization rules. The new system features a “Hey, Tesla” wake word, and advanced spatial awareness allows seat-specific activation, enhancing user experience and control for passengers. This AI localization approach not only aligns with regulatory requirements but also boosts Tesla’s competitiveness and innovation in China’s regulated automotive market. Meanwhile, Tesla continues to offer its in-car AI assistant Grok, developed by Elon Musk’s xAI, to drivers outside China, highlighting a tailored dual AI strategy for global markets.


