On August 4, news emerged that the mandatory national standard, titled 'Safety Requirements for Autonomous Driving Systems in Intelligent Connected Vehicles,' has been formally issued and is set to take effect on July 1, 2027. This standard is designed to bolster the ability of autonomous driving systems to execute dynamic driving tasks safely and effectively. It mandates that the safety performance of these systems should, at a minimum, match that of qualified, attentive drivers performing similar driving tasks, thereby minimizing undue safety risks for both users and other individuals sharing the road.

Furthermore, the standard delineates specific safety prerequisites for autonomous systems to undertake dynamic driving tasks across diverse scenarios. It also outlines the conditions under which minimum risk strategies should be triggered and executed, ensuring a comprehensive approach to road safety.