Policy

Chinese regulators have interviewed 11 ride-hailing companies, including Didi Chuxing, Meituan Chuxing, Gaode and Caocao Chuxing, asking them to rectify their non-compliance practices and maintain fair and competitive market order.

Hefei, home of Nio's China headquarters, released a new energy vehicle industry development plan on Friday that is expected to further boost the industry there.

They made suggestions around supporting the accelerated development of the industry and the achievement of the carbon-neutral goal of the automotive industry's carbon peak.

Traditional Chinese car companies are stepping up efforts to catch up with new car makers, including Xpeng Motors and Nio, in self-driving technology.

The MIIT will drive collaborative innovation in the industry, as well as in research institutions, to promote the full commercialization of sodium-ion batteries.

The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) said it will work with relevant departments to speed up the establishment of a sound carbon emission standard system for automobiles.

As China's used car trade grows rapidly, some policies seen as potentially hindering its growth are being tweaked.

After a public comment period that began in mid-May, China on Friday officially released regulations on automotive data security management, which will come into effect on October 1.

Chinese cities are encouraged to create more convenience for new energy vehicles in scenarios including charging, traffic access, and parking, said Gao Feng, a spokesman for the Ministry of Commerce, on Thursday.