Core Viewpoint - The 2026 Spring Festival travel season is expected to see a record high of 9.5 billion trips, with significant measures being implemented to ensure safe and smooth travel for the public [1][4]. Transportation Measures - The travel period will last from February 2 to March 13, 2026, with a focus on increasing transportation capacity, guiding peak travel times, and enhancing service guarantees [1]. - During the Spring Festival, highways will waive tolls for small passenger vehicles (seven seats or fewer) from February 15 to February 23, 2026 [3]. Travel Trends - Self-driving travel will dominate, accounting for approximately 80% of trips, with trends such as "reverse Spring Festival travel" becoming more common [2]. - The number of new energy vehicles (NEVs) is projected to increase, with 43.97 million NEVs expected by the end of 2025, and 12.93 million new registrations in 2025 alone [2]. Rail and Air Travel Enhancements - Rail and air passenger volumes are expected to reach 540 million and 95 million, respectively, surpassing historical peaks [4]. - The introduction of a new internet-based free refund policy for mistakenly purchased train tickets will be implemented, allowing refunds within 30 minutes of purchase [6]. Air Travel Adjustments - The civil aviation sector will focus on meeting diverse travel demands, including increased flights for winter tourism and outbound travel [7]. - Airlines will be encouraged to enhance services for elderly travelers and families, including special meals and entertainment for children [8].