China tests self-driving scooters that park, ride themselves

May 16, 2026

China is testing a new generation of self-driving electric scooters that can move entirely on their own, as seen in a video where a scooter smoothly drives itself from a parking spot onto the road. Equipped with auto-balance technology, obstacle detection, remote control and smart navigation, these scooters are designed to operate safely in busy urban environments without human input.