In a world where technology is rapidly transforming transportation, China’s driverless delivery vans have taken the internet by storm – but for all the wrong reasons. The advanced vehicles, designed to navigate through urban landscapes with ease, have instead become infamous for causing chaos on roads. Clips of the delivery vehicles failing in surprise traffic situations are going viral all over the internet.
Internet reacts to China’s driverless delivery vans going rogue
China’s driverless delivery vans are going viral for their wild road adventures. Pushing through roadworks, rough streets, and traffic obstacles like they’re invincible, the autonomous vehicles seem to do their job most of the time but not always.
Trending online videos showcase these vans getting stuck on broken roads, driving through fresh concrete, and even moving with a motorcycle lodged under a wheel arch have left viewers in stitches. The incidents have sparked both amusement and concern online, raising questions about the vehicles’ ability to handle real-world scenarios.
Reactions to an X post showcasing the chaos and mishaps caused by the Chinese driverless delivery vans have flooded its comment section. “Delivery hustle on absolute demon mode”, joked a user. “At least you know for sure your package will get to you, no matter the collateral damage in the process”, echoed another.
“They’ll laugh and mock it now, but eventually it’ll get better and become part of our normal lives”, reasoned a viewer. “AI will be the death of us. And what I mean about death is this”, a concerned X user wrote.
The driverless delivery vans are a part of China’s rapidly expanding autonomous delivery network. The vehicles rely on cameras, radar, and pre-mapped routes, with human operators monitoring them remotely. While their ability to adapt is impressive, it’s clear they’re still learning the ropes.
Major Chinese logistics companies like ZTO Express and J&T Express have deployed thousands of autonomous delivery vans, aiming to automate last-mile delivery, especially in areas facing labor shortages or high demand.
Despite their virality, the online clips did not include official statements from the operating companies, leaving uncertainty about potential damage or the need for manual intervention.
