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New rules to improve auto chip credibility
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Fusion42 · 24 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
China has issued five new industry standards to improve the credibility and consistency of testing and certification for domestically produced automotive-grade chips, set to take effect on October 1. These standards aim to professionalise certification processes, reduce repeated testing, and accelerate the adoption of these chips in production vehicles amid rising mass production and application.
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Chinese automotive chip founders now face a clearer path to market with certification that avoids redundant tests and speeds vehicle integration. You should engage early with certification bodies and automakers to sync product validation and boost trust in your chips.
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