Qi Lu Wan Bao Wang·2025-06-19 11:59Group 1 - The new national standard for electric vehicle batteries, which emphasizes "non-flammability and non-explosion," is set to take effect on July 1, 2026, and aims to enhance safety requirements significantly compared to the previous standards [1][3]. - Many leading automotive brands, including Xiaomi, Xpeng, Zeekr, and BYD, along with battery manufacturers like CATL and A123 Systems, have announced that they have already met or exceeded the new standards [2]. - The current battery technologies of some leading manufacturers are already mature enough to comply with the new standards, making early compliance not uncommon in the industry [3]. Group 2 - The implementation of the new standard is intended to provide smaller manufacturers with additional time to catch up, as many may not yet meet the new requirements [4]. - Official statements from car manufacturers regarding compliance with the new standards carry legal implications, and any future violations could lead to accusations of false advertising [4].