Three Departments Strengthen Safety Oversight of New Energy Vehicles

[Policy Regulation] Three departments jointly designated new energy vehicle safety as a 'top-priority initiative' led by enterprise heads.

Core Development: Safety Accountability Assigned Directly to Enterprise Leaders

On May 14, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR), and the National Fire and Rescue Administration held a video conference, requiring vehicle and battery manufacturers to assume primary responsibility for product quality and safety throughout the entire lifecycle—including R&D, manufacturing, supply chain, and after-sales service.

Key Measures: End-to-End Risk Control and Internal Whistleblower Incentives

Enterprises must strictly fulfill their duty to inform consumers, prohibit exaggerated or false advertising, and establish an internal reporting and reward mechanism for accident hazards to enhance identification and remediation efforts.

Strategic Foundation: Dual Approach of Conformity Inspections and Defect Investigations

The next steps will include special campaigns focusing on production conformity and quality improvement. Violations will be met with strict legal penalties to enforce compliance and ensure the healthy, sustainable development of the industry.