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Autonomy hits rural roads
Published: Aug 26, 2026 09:08 PM
A self-driving express delivery vehicle operates in Huanghua Town, Yichang, Central Hubei Province on August 26, 2026. In recent years, the area has deployed autonomous delivery vehicles to assist with parcel delivery in rural townships. The initiative has effectively addressed the challenges of low delivery frequency and limited transportation capacity in rural areas. Photo: VCG

A self-driving express delivery vehicle operates in Huanghua Town, Yichang, Central Hubei Province on August 26, 2026. In recent years, the area has deployed autonomous delivery vehicles to assist with parcel delivery in rural townships. The initiative has effectively addressed the challenges of low delivery frequency and limited transportation capacity in rural areas. Photo: VCG