In China, a plastic head the size of Dwayne Johnson's can keep Tesla’s Autopilot awake. For as little as $30, these miniature duplicates sit above the rearview mirror, allowing drivers to scroll and snack while 'Dwayne' stays alert.

These heads are just one part of the creative, if potentially dangerous, workaround tactics Chinese Tesla owners have developed. From static pictures to blinking screens, the ingenuity of DIY safety bypasses is impressive but concerning.

Tesla’s systems rely on a camera above the windshield to monitor the driver. When the car detects inattention for just a few seconds, it interrupts Autopilot mode. But with these heads or screens, drivers can go 30 minutes without interruption. The full suite of FSD features is still not available in China, but that hasn't stopped owners from finding ways around the current safeguards.

One owner reported using a head for over 250 miles on a recent road trip, while another shared tips about creating the perfect toy head on Chinese video platforms. The most advanced gadget—a pocket-sized screen—claims a '0% error rate' and has sold to customers in the US, Canada, and Korea.

While these gadgets seem niche for now, they raise questions about driver attention and safety as technology advances. Tesla hasn't commented on its stance toward such products, leaving this peculiar workaround ecosystem to thrive.