Recently, Dongchedi, in collaboration with CCTV, conducted real-world tests on the ADAS of 36 vehicles, with the results sparking widespread controversy.
On July 23, Chinese auto platform Dongchedi released a highly anticipated advanced driver-assistance system (ADAS) test report, evaluating 36 vehicles from brands like Li Auto, Xiaomi, and Tesla.
The test simulated 15 typical accident scenarios on real highways and urban roads to assess their ADAS performance.
The testing approach was notably rigorous—involving mannequins, mock vehicles, and traffic-like conditions. Results showed that in 183 highway tests across six scenarios, only 44 were marked as “pass,” a success rate of just 24%. In nine urban scenarios, 26 vehicles underwent 233 tests, passing 103 times, yielding a 44% pass rate. Not a single vehicle achieved a “perfect score.”
The findings quickly ignited online discussions and industry chatter. Some netizens quipped, “This isn’t testing ADAS—it’s a public roast.” Others felt the results served as a wake-up call, highlighting that ADAS is far from being truly smart.
However, criticism of the test also surfaced. Some bloggers questioned the consistency of the standards, pointing out that speed and following distance were adjusted for different models, potentially affecting fairness. Others suspected human intervention in certain scenarios, claiming the testing process wasn’t fully transparent.
Technical bloggers argued that some test conditions were overly extreme, with scenarios unlikely to occur in real-world driving, thus misrepresenting the actual user experience.
On the other hand, many defended Dongchedi’s efforts. They argued that while imperfect, such tests expose real shortcomings in current autonomous systems, offering a more authentic perspective than corporate marketing claims. “These pressure tests, which mimic real-world use cases, feel more trustworthy than any PR campaign,” one commenter noted.
ADAS remains in its early stages, and this report serves as a reminder that no matter how advanced the system, it is only an “assistant.” Ultimately, the driver bears the primary responsibility for safety.
In many ways, the debate surrounding the test may be more meaningful than the results themselves—it underscores that behind the buzz of ADAS, many real-world challenges remain unresolved.
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