MIIT Released Key Points for Automotive Standardization Work in 2026
On May 26, 2026, MIIT released the Key Points for Automotive Standardization Work in 2026. The document sets out China’s 2026 priorities for automotive standardization and further advances the planning of the automotive standards system for the 15th Five-Year Plan period. Key areas include intelligent connected vehicles, vehicle-road-cloud integration, automotive chips and electronics, data governance and cybersecurity, automotive AI, green and low-carbon development, and international standardization. For members, the document signals where future automotive and ICT-related standards may shape technical requirements, product and R&D roadmaps, data and AI governance expectations, and participation strategies in domestic and international standards work.
