Group 1 - The 2026 version of the China Insurance Automotive Safety Index (C-IASI) evaluation framework was discussed at the first expert seminar held in Beijing, emphasizing the importance of safety standards that align with new technologies and scenarios [1] - The seminar included over a hundred participants from academia, insurance companies, and automotive enterprises, highlighting the collaborative effort to enhance automotive safety and industry standards [1][2] - The C-IASI serves as a crucial link between automotive manufacturing, insurance services, and the consumer market, aiming to promote technological advancement and ensure consumer safety [1][2] Group 2 - The meeting provided detailed introductions to various indices, including crashworthiness, repair economy, occupant safety, pedestrian safety, and special indices for new energy vehicles, with expert discussions aimed at refining the 2026 evaluation framework [2] - The president of the China Insurance Automotive Technology Research Institute emphasized the dual growth of the automotive production and sales market alongside the insurance market, indicating a strong alignment between industry development and policy direction [2] - The C-IASI will continue to focus on the development of the automotive and insurance industries, aiming to provide a scientific guide for consumers in vehicle selection and usage [7]