Jing Ji Guan Cha Wang·2026-01-13 10:48Core Insights - The automotive industry in China has made significant progress in 2025, driven by a series of proactive policies that have boosted consumption and improved the competitive environment [2] - The "2025 Progress Report" by Automotive Vertical Media highlights ten key annual reviews in the automotive sector, marking the sixth consecutive year of such reporting [2] Group 1: Key Events in Smart Connected New Energy Vehicles - The issuance of the first L3 special license plate in China marks the beginning of commercialized L3-level autonomous driving, with the first vehicle, Deep Blue SL03, officially licensed for road use [4][5] - The world's first flying car production line has been established in Guangzhou, with the first "land aircraft" successfully produced, indicating a significant step towards commercial production in the low-altitude economy [7][8] - Solid-state battery production is accelerating, with multiple companies announcing timelines for mass production, including CATL and Toyota, which are expected to enhance battery performance and safety [8][9] Group 2: AI Integration and Industry Transformation - Generative AI and large model technologies have been deeply integrated into the automotive industry, enhancing manufacturing efficiency and product competitiveness across the entire supply chain [10][12] - The adoption of AI technologies is reshaping the automotive industry's research and development logic, manufacturing models, and service ecosystems, driving the sector towards a higher quality of intelligent transformation [12] Group 3: Global Market Expansion and Competitiveness - Chinese automotive solutions have gained global recognition, with partnerships established with major international brands like BMW and collaborations with various multinational automakers, indicating a shift towards "China solutions" in the global market [13][14] - BYD has become the world's largest manufacturer of pure electric vehicles, surpassing Tesla in sales, reflecting the competitive strength of Chinese brands in the global electric vehicle market [19][20] Group 4: Safety Standards and Regulations - The introduction of new mandatory national standards for electric vehicle batteries emphasizes safety, requiring batteries to not catch fire or explode under thermal runaway conditions, effective from July 2026 [17][18] - The implementation of dynamic monitoring safety standards for new energy vehicles marks a transition to proactive safety management, enhancing consumer protection and industry accountability [21][22] Group 5: Charging Technology Advancements - The competition in ultra-fast charging technology has reached the "megawatt" level, with several companies launching solutions that enable rapid charging capabilities, significantly improving user experience in electric vehicles [15][16] - The advancements in charging technology are expected to reshape the competitive landscape of the electric vehicle market, facilitating broader adoption and integration of electric vehicles into everyday use [16] Group 6: IPO Trends in Autonomous Driving - The surge of IPOs among autonomous driving companies signifies a shift from capital cultivation to market validation, with major players like Pony.ai and Hesai Technology entering the public market [23][24] - The rise of end-to-end autonomous driving solutions is expected to accelerate the mass production of high-level autonomous vehicles, enhancing the industry's growth trajectory [24]