Core Viewpoint - The release of the "Energy-saving and New Energy Vehicle Technology Roadmap 3.0" outlines China's direction for low-carbon, electric, and intelligent automotive technology over the next 5 to 15 years, setting new requirements for the automotive market [2][3]. Group 1: New Requirements and Directions - The roadmap emphasizes accelerating the electric transformation of the automotive industry, aiming for over 80% market share of new energy vehicles by 2040 [3]. - Traditional fuel vehicles are required to achieve full hybridization by 2035, with internal combustion engine vehicles still making up about one-third of new car sales by 2040 [3]. - A new key indicator has been introduced, mandating a 60% reduction in average carbon emissions for passenger vehicles by 2040 compared to 2024 [4]. Group 2: Technological Advancements - Automotive energy-saving technology will evolve towards diversified power sources, maximized energy efficiency, and intelligent control methods, with hybrid engines achieving thermal efficiency of up to 48% [4]. - The average fuel consumption for traditional energy passenger vehicles is expected to drop to 3.5 liters per 100 kilometers by 2040 [4]. Group 3: Intelligent Connected Vehicles - The roadmap indicates that intelligent connected vehicles will enter a rapid market development phase over the next 5 to 15 years, with L2-level vehicles accounting for 62.58% of new car sales in the first half of the year [6]. - By 2030, L2-level and above intelligent connected vehicles are expected to be fully mainstream, with L4-level autonomous vehicles reaching sales of 100,000 units by 2030 and 1 million units by 2035 [6][7]. - L4-level autonomous vehicles are already in commercial operation, while L5-level vehicles are anticipated to enter the market by 2040 [7]. Group 4: Safety and Reliability - The roadmap aims for a 40% improvement in vehicle reliability and safety by 2035, and a 60% improvement by 2040 compared to 2025 [8]. - The focus on "zero accidents" in the top-level design elevates safety from a technical selling point to a product entry requirement [8]. Group 5: Supporting Technologies - Future supporting technologies will transition towards intelligence, integration, and cross-domain fusion, with automotive chips becoming crucial for stability and functionality in intelligent connected vehicles [9]. - The evolution of electronic and electrical architectures will focus on centralized functional architecture, modular hardware architecture, and service-oriented software architecture [9]. Group 6: Market Environment - The marketization of intelligent connected vehicles is influenced by technological development and the trust consumers have in the products, which is a core element in driving this process [10].

Core Insights - The 32nd China Society of Automotive Engineers Annual Conference and Exhibition (SAECCE2025) will be held from October 22 to 24 in Chongqing, focusing on the release of the "Energy-saving and New Energy Vehicle Technology Roadmap 3.0" and addressing industry hot topics [1][6] Group 1: Major Systemic Transformations in the Automotive Industry - The automotive industry in China is undergoing a comprehensive transformation driven by low-carbon, electrification, and intelligence, marking a shift in five major systems: technology, innovation, product, industry, and market [2] - The technology system has evolved from a mechanical engineering focus to a new paradigm integrating low-carbon, electrification, and intelligence, with vehicles becoming super intelligent mobile terminals [2] - The innovation system has transitioned from linear "chain R&D" to a networked structure empowered by AI, enhancing efficiency across the entire process from demand insight to product definition [2] Group 2: Product and Market Dynamics - The product system is shifting from primarily fuel vehicles to new energy vehicles, with sales projected to reach 12.866 million units in 2024, and market penetration increasing from 0.3% in 2014 to 40.9% [3] - The market system is transitioning from reliance on domestic growth to global expansion, with exports reaching 4.292 million vehicles in the first eight months of 2025, a 13.7% increase year-on-year, and new energy vehicle exports growing by 87.3% [3] Group 3: Highlights of the Conference - The conference will feature over 130 activities focusing on six major technology areas, with participation expected to exceed 10,000 attendees, including representatives from 200 exhibiting companies [4] - The event will emphasize the integration of AI in automotive applications, showcasing its role in transforming vehicles into "embodied intelligent agents" [5] - An international committee will be established to enhance global collaboration, with multiple international forums planned to elevate the conference's international profile [5]

Core Insights - The 32nd China Society of Automotive Engineers Annual Conference and Exhibition (SAECCE2025) will take place from October 21-24, 2025, in Chongqing, featuring over 130 activities and expecting participation from 10,000 automotive professionals from over 30 countries [1][5]. Group 1: Major Transformations in the Automotive Industry - The automotive industry in China is undergoing five systemic transformations centered around low-carbon, electrification, and intelligence [5]. - The technology system has shifted from being vehicle engineering-centric to integrating low-carbon, electrification, and intelligence [9]. - The innovation system has transitioned from a linear chain to a networked structure empowered by AI, enhancing research efficiency [9]. - The product system has moved from traditional fuel vehicles to intelligent connected new energy vehicles, with sales of new energy vehicles projected to reach 12.87 million units in 2024, a 35.5% increase year-on-year [10]. - The industry system has transformed from being dominated by joint ventures to a focus on independent brands, with the market share of Chinese brand passenger cars rising from 38.4% in 2020 to 68.8% in 2025 [10]. - The market system has evolved from domestic growth to a global market focus, with total vehicle exports reaching 4.292 million units in the first eight months of 2025, a 13.7% increase, and new energy vehicle exports growing by 87.3% [11]. Group 2: Highlights of SAECCE2025 - The conference will feature over 130 sessions focusing on energy-saving, new energy vehicles, intelligent connected vehicles, and more [14]. - The event will present the "Energy-saving and New Energy Vehicle Technology Roadmap 3.0" and other significant industry reports [15]. - Participation will include leaders from government, industry, academia, and research institutions, with a diverse range of attendees expected [16]. - The conference will adopt a multi-dimensional structure, including a main forum and specialized sessions, to cover key industry areas [17]. - AI will be a central theme, with dedicated sessions exploring its applications across various automotive domains [18]. - The exhibition will feature 200 exhibitors, showcasing advancements in the automotive industry, including major players like BYD and Bosch [19]. - The event aims to foster a comprehensive ecosystem involving government, industry, academia, and finance to enhance innovation and collaboration [23]. - An international committee will facilitate global exchanges, with participation from industry leaders and scholars from over 15 countries [24]. Group 3: Technological Roadmap and Future Directions - The "Energy-saving and New Energy Vehicle Technology Roadmap 3.0" aims to guide the automotive industry's transformation and high-quality development towards 2040 [30][32]. - The roadmap emphasizes a collaborative approach, involving over 2,000 experts from various fields to address key technological challenges [33]. - The roadmap's focus includes sustainable growth in new energy vehicle penetration and advancements in intelligent connected vehicles [33].

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese automotive industry is undergoing a comprehensive transformation towards low-carbon, electrification, and intelligent development, driven by high-level technological innovation and regulatory changes [1][2]. Low-Carbon Integration - Under the "dual carbon" goals, China is accelerating the low-carbon transformation of the automotive industry, with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology planning to revise fuel consumption standards, aiming for an average fuel consumption of 3.3L/100km by 2030 [2]. - The average fuel consumption of new passenger cars in China has steadily decreased, with NEDC standards showing a reduction to 5.61L/100km in 2020 and WLTC standards dropping to 3.78L/100km in 2023 [2]. - The carbon emission intensity of China's automotive manufacturing industry has continuously declined, recorded at 0.4-0.6 tons per 10,000 yuan in 2022 [2]. - Key technological breakthroughs in low-carbon internal combustion engines and energy management systems are essential for the industry's low-carbon development [2]. Acceleration of Electrification - Global sales of new energy vehicles are projected to exceed 16 million units in 2024, with China alone expected to reach 12.866 million units, leading the global market [4]. - Significant advancements in electric vehicle technology have been made, including battery energy density reaching 300Wh/kg and fast charging capabilities exceeding 4C [5]. - Solid-state batteries, with energy densities of 400-500Wh/kg, are anticipated to enter small-scale production by 2030, enhancing the safety and efficiency of electric vehicles [5]. Intelligent Evolution - The automotive industry in China is experiencing a profound transformation, with a consensus that electrification represents the first phase and intelligent development the second [6]. - New generation artificial intelligence technologies, such as large models, are crucial for enhancing intelligent driving capabilities and ecosystem interactions [7]. - Companies are investing heavily in intelligent technologies, with Chang'an Automobile planning to invest 250 billion yuan in advancing intelligent driving solutions and robotics [8].