Autonomous-driving rules, global coordination to take center stage at Beijing conference

The 2026 World Intelligent Connected Vehicles Conference in Beijing will focus on cooperation in autonomous-driving technology, standardisation, and global regulatory coordination, with China advancing mandatory safety standards for Level 3 and Level 4 autonomous systems by July 2027. The event highlights efforts to scale large-scale use of autonomous vehicles and integrate intelligent driving with transport infrastructure, supported by a new five-year industry plan targeting extensive deployment by 2030.

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