Model S/X
China moves to ban yoke steering wheels in new vehicles starting in 2027
China plans to ban yoke steering wheels in new vehicles starting in 2027, according to draft regulations. This means Tesla and other automakers would need to revert to traditional round steering wheels for cars sold in the Chinese market. For Tesla owners and enthusiasts, this signals a potential end to the yoke as a factory option in one of the world's largest automotive markets.
February 16, 2026