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China draws up safety rules for autonomous vehicles
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Fusion42 · 1 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
China has introduced new safety regulations for autonomous vehicles, effective July 1, 2027, requiring manufacturers to ensure their systems meet human driver safety levels and include mandatory override and human-machine interaction standards.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility, and 10 sources have reported it between 4 Aug 2026 and 7 Aug 2026.
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Regulations now require explicit safety assurance and human-machine protocols in autonomous vehicles. You need to prepare your tech and communication to meet these evolving safety laws in China.
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10 sources · first reported 4 Aug 2026 · latest 7 Aug 2026
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