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China unveils safety rules for self-driving cars
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Fusion42 · 29 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
China has introduced its first mandatory national safety standards for Level 3 and Level 4 autonomous vehicles, establishing clear safety requirements and human-machine interaction rules to take effect in July 2027.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Micromobility, and 6 sources have reported it between 4 Aug 2026 and 7 Aug 2026.
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You face new safety mandates enforcing driver monitoring and risk management for self-driving cars in China. This regulatory move turns compliance into your market entry ticket and tests your tech's real-world readiness.
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6 sources · first reported 4 Aug 2026 · latest 7 Aug 2026
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