European drivers show low trust in fully autonomous cars as BMW showcases 800‑km EV range in China

A survey by Chinese EV maker Xpeng reveals that only 13% of European motorists would ride in a fully autonomous vehicle today, while 82% say they understand artificial intelligence. Trust gaps are pronounced, with 53% expressing little or no confidence and concerns about loss of control (61%) and jobs (46%). The study notes higher acceptance in Spain (63% trust) and lower in the UK and Sweden (34% and 32%). Xpeng Vice Chairman Brian Gu stressed that “the sole technological capabilities will not be enough to drive adoption: the real engine will be trust.”

In a separate test in western China, BMW’s iX3 50L xDrive electric SUV completed more than 800 km on a single charge on a demanding real‑world route around Qinghai Lake, climbing from 2,200 m to near 4,000 m altitude and facing rain and snow. The vehicle finished with 2 % battery left, indicating a potential range of 835–840 km under similar conditions, highlighting the model’s efficiency and long‑distance capability.