Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of developing charging and swapping infrastructure for electric vehicles in China, highlighting government policies and initiatives aimed at enhancing the infrastructure to support the growth of the new energy vehicle industry [4][5]. Summary by Sections 1. Policy Encouragement for Charging Infrastructure - The "New Energy Vehicle Industry Development Plan (2021-2035)" aims for core technologies in the sector to reach international advanced levels, with electric vehicles becoming mainstream [4]. - A series of policies have been introduced to accelerate the construction of charging and swapping infrastructure, including the establishment of a unified operational service platform for charging facilities [5][6]. 2. Implementation Opinions and Guidelines - In January 2022, the National Development and Reform Commission issued opinions to enhance the service capacity of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, focusing on community charging facilities and urban-rural network improvements [7]. - The June 2023 guidelines from the State Council emphasized optimizing network layouts and enhancing operational service levels for charging infrastructure [8]. 3. Pilot Programs for Electric Vehicle Electrification - A pilot program for the full electrification of public vehicles was initiated in January 2023, targeting various vehicle types with an expected promotion of over 600,000 new energy vehicles and the construction of over 70,000 public charging stations [9]. 4. Hydrogen Station Construction for Fuel Cell Vehicles - The government has implemented policies to support the construction of hydrogen stations, with significant subsidies for stations built in key urban areas [12][19]. - As of March 2025, China has built over 540 hydrogen stations, leading the world in this infrastructure [18]. 5. Achievements in Charging Infrastructure - By December 2024, China had established a charging infrastructure network with 12.818 million units, a 49.1% increase year-on-year, indicating a robust growth in alignment with electric vehicle sales [16]. - The ratio of charging stations to electric vehicles is approximately 1:2.7, demonstrating that infrastructure development is keeping pace with vehicle growth [16]. 6. Market Growth for Fuel Cell Vehicles - The cumulative sales of fuel cell vehicles reached 29,500 units by March 2025, marking a fourfold increase since the demonstration phase began [19]. - The domestic production rate of key components for fuel cells has risen significantly, with costs dropping by 80% from 15,000 yuan/kW to 2,500 yuan/kW [19]. 7. Advancements in Intelligent Connected Vehicles - Significant progress has been made in the demonstration applications of intelligent connected vehicles, with multiple testing zones established across major cities [19]. - The market penetration of advanced driver-assistance systems (L2) reached 57.3% in 2024, with L3 and above vehicles beginning to enter the market [19].

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the importance of developing charging and swapping infrastructure for electric vehicles in China, highlighting government policies and initiatives aimed at enhancing the infrastructure to support the growth of the new energy vehicle industry [4][5]. Summary by Sections Policies Encouraging Charging Infrastructure Development - The "Implementation Opinions" issued on January 10, 2022, by ten ministries aim to enhance the service capacity of electric vehicle charging infrastructure through 21 policy measures, including community charging facility construction and urban charging network optimization [6][7]. - The "Guiding Opinions" released on June 8, 2023, outline five tasks to improve the quality of charging infrastructure, such as optimizing network layout and promoting technological innovation [7][8]. Public Sector Electrification and Pilot Programs - The pilot program for the full electrification of public sector vehicles, initiated on January 30, 2023, targets various vehicle types, with an expected promotion of over 600,000 new energy vehicles and the construction of over 70,000 public charging stations [8][9]. County-Level Charging Infrastructure Initiatives - The notification issued on April 9, 2024, aims to enhance charging infrastructure in rural areas, with a goal of achieving "full coverage" of charging facilities in counties, supported by central government funding [10]. Hydrogen Station Development for Fuel Cell Vehicles - Policies from 2020 onwards have facilitated the construction of hydrogen stations, with 474 stations built by the end of 2024, supporting the growth of the fuel cell vehicle market [11][17]. - By March 2025, over 540 hydrogen stations were established in China, making it the global leader in this area [17][18]. Smart Connected Vehicles and Infrastructure - The establishment of smart city infrastructure and intelligent connected vehicles has progressed significantly, with multiple testing zones and a growing market for smart connected vehicles [19]. - By 2024, the penetration rate of combination driving assistance (L2 level) vehicles reached 57.3%, with L3 level and above vehicles entering the market [19].