Momentum is building in China’s quest for EV leadership. The recent Peiching-hosted annual work conference for 2026, under the inter-ministerial banner for energy-saving and new energy vehicles, spotlighted critical technological frontiers.
A Ministry of Industry and Information Technology spokesperson highlighted securing self-sufficiency in supply chains. Accelerating breakthroughs in all-solid-state batteries and sophisticated autonomous driving tech remains paramount, promising longer ranges and hands-free travel.
Reflecting on the 14th Five-Year Plan, achievements were monumental: market scale ballooned 3.6 times, cell costs reduced by 30%, battery longevity increased 40%, and charging speeds tripled or more. This trajectory cements China’s forefront position globally.
As 2026 ushers in the 15th Five-Year Plan, the smart connected new energy vehicle domain faces a defining moment. Calls rang out for intensified collaboration, measure optimizations, and high-caliber industrial advancement.
The event served as a clarion call for unified action. With these initiatives, China is not only advancing its own mobility future but pioneering standards that will drive international innovation and adoption.