# China: Acceleration of Intelligent Vehicles and Level 3 Autonomous Driving > In China, the ninth International Conference on Intelligent and Connected Vehicles and several industry announcements highlighted connected vehicles, onboard computing, and automated driving. The country is launching a second wave of pilot programs for Level 3 autonomous driving, while experts call for an appropriate legal framework and the industrialization of Level 3 is envisaged by 2028. SAIC presents its advances and plans a joint venture with Momenta dedicated to driver-assistance systems; Nio estimates the value of AI in the automotive sector at more than 1.2 trillion dollars. The sub-events provided all concern China; coverage by Brazil, Germany, and the United States does not yield distinct national facts in this corpus. **In brief**: Ongoing story bringing together 40 events involving Nio, Momenta, SAIC Motor and 2 more, in 2 countries (Chine, R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong), followed from 31 October 2026 to 6 November 2026. 123 articles from 12 sources (electric and batteries, plants, jobs and earnings, regulation and tariffs); last updated on 6 November 2026 at 03:18. - Status: ongoing - Scope: International - Category: Electric and batteries, Plants, jobs and earnings, Regulation and tariffs - Countries: Chine, R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong - Brands: Nio, Momenta, SAIC Motor, BAIC Group, Baidu - First detected: 31 October 2026 at 05:45 - Updated: 6 November 2026 at 03:18 - Web page: https://mecapress.com/stories/48-china-acceleration-of-intelligent-vehicles-and-level-3-autonomous-driving ## National stories (4) - China — 33 country-specific events, 114 articles - Brazil — 0 country-specific event, 3 articles - United States — 0 country-specific event, 2 articles - Germany — 0 country-specific event, 2 articles ## What is established _“Confirmed” = reported by at least two independent outlets (outlets of the same group count as one). AI cross-check of the collected headlines and extracts._ **Confirmed by several sources** - The report on the ten major technological trends of the Chinese automotive industry for 2027 has been published. 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(7 independent sources: [上观新闻](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiWkFVX3lxTE5fTjI2b0Zua3l6TlhtcFczMjJPNmRKQ3NKaURXTFNhSGpYazZuTzlWbXNxQU1pNXd5Q0RFSWYwVHVZRDdpall4OGQtSktCeEJTNUM1VHo4LVRXQQ?oc=5), [手机新浪网](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMif0FVX3lxTFBINlBPVFJOMkZQNHBMc2g1Skc0ZTY1eVhWTThKVkQwQnZlSTNpdVA2TDlsV1NsSjNpRlVkRGtvOVE0VThNbVVwVFJ3V2FXWnIxN1RmY2tlZkkyNFZwNVFISWFrMFdOVWxsTWRzQUxQalFVc3JVN25FQ0tXMWRyVUk?oc=5), [中国基金报](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiekFVX3lxTE9JdmY5dnB0RUptX09vQ2hTRDM1eTYyV21YeTUxNkI2anp4Ri1jNGdaNGpiZ2tNUmh4bXJBQXNpekxueEhrQXFzLW5KdTRqTmNGa1FLS0NwT1p4YkU3Xzg2V1lGbEt3RURUQXJWSmZvOXNJUlpxQTc5SG13?oc=5), [证券之星](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiYEFVX3lxTFBUT0lSclNWYnI2QTJQNHhUcHVCb1ZMRVhjUzJiV3ZNTWlDRTl3OXQwY0M3aXZCRk5xakM3bVJpVG9CZG1BaTZkMEstM2NYZXY5ajhtUkVuTGVQYU56cnhpXw?oc=5), [东方财富](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiYEFVX3lxTE9sUTN3Mi02R1dFaGZFVDkzSE92WlgtYXRQQnZYaEhVNEFEcDE5Y3l3UG9PNkpoakxqZGwyekFCUXRYTjZ0eUlwc1ZOOVk5V0p4N0wxcW5fU05IUmZqUXRWYQ?oc=5), [太平洋汽车](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiXkFVX3lxTE5RV1hWNWRtZ3FDdjF3TFJLdnJGdTJPN2Q3YkVsQnFZdENuVGRWLW42QkFFdWhQYzc4djd1X0p5eUFzemVhWnRWcW1aWFRDZmc3WUpvQ1dncGctREV0S1E?oc=5)) - Li Bin stated in Wuzhen that intelligent electric vehicles are the largest AI application industry. (6 independent sources: [中金在线](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMia0FVX3lxTE4zY0RoUk9oaDduNFAydkRuYUI1NmEtUng0NjRYdVh1ckdzNkktTUg2YTBBZWVDeU1qS0pjYXFLWEMxT1YzcWloSVhZMlBwVGxTeVN4b19Lam9MODVjZzJuUlpkLVNkd0x1TklF?oc=5), [zqrb.cn](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMic0FVX3lxTFByM2RRYVBKR3JvWUxfMkRBcmUxYXpPMzZrZkZMT1ZRenFic0NrRGNkZVBhdnR1RUFPWVlLSEdkTW1SRmh4SDBqTWxkdkpaTFlDV0JOLXNnQXVOTW9rZzVCb045YmdmWGFiZGd4eE1mLUN5TjA?oc=5), [金融界](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMidEFVX3lxTE40VFhfME54ekRLUkxhWW9KNDVrOGIyTUdfV2lheG1tZ0xGTUhraFNlbVFWMWt4c2NsUWVMRXVBMmROWnp6Tm5zMl9tdVcySmE0WmZXY1lxX21GVVhfRXQycTVrWVNlMWoxRjFfN1BvOHZ2WlVu?oc=5), [凤凰网](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiUkFVX3lxTE1DM1A4alJhdEhKcGR3TG5ZYUl2OVRFeTVkU0pKS0xKbVg4bTVwcGZFam9IamNKYjhoSUtlZC1nZ09wQnpIOUt3U2tsRzRSUHV6clE?oc=5), [Moomoo](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiXEFVX3lxTE5wX09JVlZQeWtTMEtPNmUxSHprZXoyTGh3ZzBCU1k5QWlpaGhNVGx0dmZBRm5MZ2lwejhwWXdJdUtFcUdTdlVoMGZiakRoUnpJS2tya3JsVjQzRmRE?oc=5), [观点网](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiYkFVX3lxTE93c1pNY2ZudTFCcU9tUEZEX2llcXRvX1dZSjlOUUdXY1M1NHdHNTY5RFRFaXBOWnh3dDdxbmVPMDR5V2p4aDhOcHowQmtCVWdGOTJtR1NqQUhXd0VRTGVMUVJB?oc=5)) - Li Bin said that autonomous driving frees up energy without replacing drivers; NIO reaffirms that it does not plan a robotaxi. (3 independent sources: [BigGo Finance](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMidkFVX3lxTE1ta2pkZkNWamgtZFFKR1R1c1hKR3dtVFlITkRqZS1fSGRQN3EzaTZ1QlRjWGhWWDBJaWVrbjVjSTI5VFVfakx3T0x5RVMtNVV4T25HdzhlMzllZHVCZDdiMjBCOUltYW9pc0JNM3c1d1pJZXY1TEE?oc=5), [凤凰网](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiUkFVX3lxTE1DM1A4alJhdEhKcGR3TG5ZYUl2OVRFeTVkU0pKS0xKbVg4bTVwcGZFam9IamNKYjhoSUtlZC1nZ09wQnpIOUt3U2tsRzRSUHV6clE?oc=5), [chinaevhome.com](https://chinaevhome.com/2026/11/05/nio-ceo-reaffirms-no-robotaxi-plan-puts-driver-safety-ahead-of-job-replacement/)) - Puhua Basic Software announced eight results and launched an open-source initiative under the theme 'AI defines the car'. (3 independent sources: [盖世汽车](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiUEFVX3lxTE5JbC12RFQ4V2RNSk1Fb1lZSUM4Z2RZZEt4TnVuUFFwZVhKekk2NGtOeTdvQk5MVEZNWnhoQ2V2QVZCUk9qMnRya3ZCc3dNMjk0?oc=5), [中金在线](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMia0FVX3lxTFB0RUpsQUFJdmdYVG9nMnB1NE9ydk1MdDRrU3ZGdTJJOFFGTlJNV09VNUpONXZQcVF2SXZLc1I0QUJvTUZqV3hTZ29UTk5kN3lNTW96TjNRRmRpTGQyeVNXbzJQSVR4OFM4eFlV?oc=5)) - The Chengdu-Chongqing intelligent and connected new-energy vehicle cluster has been proposed for the national 'national team' list by the MIIT. (2 independent sources: [华龙网](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMia0FVX3lxTE1pM2ZmeXpYN3dWdEpSV0NXaVZYQW1kdWtEaHM3QkhMNmxaaEIzd0tRUFhUcTFrUHBOcDg5S2duam54c0Nsc2VYd1Z0YzVaTFExSEFPOWJZa1RIZFBCRXVhTS14aWk1YmdDT1M0?oc=5), [凤凰网](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiSEFVX3lxTFB4QXJKVDBfM1BjeHQ2WGJ5NkdBcFlxaVhRTDMwZ2tpWk9CbHVJejI0ZzVET08yd1VULXFWY2Y5bWNsQmhjZWFWdA?oc=5)) - BAIC considers that software and onboard electronics are gaining importance over engines and transmissions in the automotive future. (2 independent sources: [Notícias Automotivas](https://www.noticiasautomotivas.com.br/motores-e-cambios-perdem-peso-na-avaliacao-da-baic-sobre-o-futuro-dos-carros-enquanto-eletronica-e-software-ganham-forca-em-preco-e-tecnologia/), [diariodamidia.com.br](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMilAFBVV95cUxOaXFldDd5VTFOV1U5RjF2QW51VlRZWlF0VXl2YTdHaUJBc2JFR3o5LUx2VlNHSzNkQVFyOTRTclNNcGtmRFNZUWVBSXd3WDF1WnVSdzFzSWdkb1dtZGNEVjdXeVlTbG9nUTR4aVVlZ1FRckFNU3MtdWhqTnR4SlZkaFk3X3FqdlNLVVd3bjd0dUNZQUFs?oc=5)) **Single source so far** - The cited 2027 trends include solid-state batteries, RISC-V chips, and wheel-hub drives. (according to [automobil-industrie.vogel.de](https://www.automobil-industrie.vogel.de/zehn-techniktrends-china-sae-2027-a-78757eadc05a2ae3fe91503f88b466d4/)) - Li Bin estimated that AI in the automotive industry will create more than 1.2 trillion dollars of commercial value. (according to [观点网](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMiYkFVX3lxTE01dy1XbjdnbTd1cm5XNG1TOGlyN3hyOGk5X2Rhbi1MRmVMS1RCM2dqLVpRRkJ6ZnFjOUJuZlB6YmlpdjBpOGdLT3AxQXhnMDlrNHJUTVVJSVlvMk13LWlSazZ3?oc=5)) - The second pilot phase for admission of Level 3 autonomous vehicles is underway; experts judge that the legal framework must keep pace. (according to [新浪财经](https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMieEFVX3lxTE9Od1p2RnBqQkY2QjdWSElIclhHQW5TcVF6VnNOSkJiUnRzTEFqSDF6RThwZVRZcEpieUNOalotTU42R21nZDJkOGNKSlMtZG5CMm1JMEpnMS1TRV9nUWhQdTlIY1l2YndnWDU0T0pCdVdXRHZrNVZBQw?oc=5)) **Updates** - 6 November 2026 at 02:34: New: BAIC highlights software and onboard electronics over engines. - 6 November 2026 at 02:34: New: the Chengdu-Chongqing cluster is proposed on the MIIT national list. - 6 November 2026 at 02:34: New: SAIC and Momenta announce an intelligent driving joint venture project. **Checked on the web** _Automatic web search, official sources first; “contradicted” only when an official source is cited._ - Not confirmed at this stage: The cited 2027 trends include solid-state batteries, RISC-V chips, and wheel-hub drives. ([tresor.economie.gouv.fr](https://www.tresor.economie.gouv.fr/Articles/035ea85e-d42e-46ed-a314-8e061fc68f64/files/b75b5991-368d-40f9-8a58-bcfb3f688b87) (official), [english.news.cn](https://english.news.cn/20260911/f9b01d755e8c43eea4fc3f00dea990eb/c.html), [english.news.cn](https://english.news.cn/20260911/15b6b0717e7546eeb5020b866b7dc661/c.html), [chinadailybrief.com](https://chinadailybrief.com/publications/china-automotive-engineering-society-releases-ten-key-technology-trends-for-2027-5a564a4c), [prnewswire.com](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/gac-remporte-huit-prix-dont-quatre-premiers-prix-pour-ses-capacites-dinnovation-technologique-302925723.html)) ## Background _Context and reference points, separate from the story’s news; every item links to its source._ **Key terms** - **New-energy vehicle**: Category used in China to designate electrified cars, i.e., fully electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. ([Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/V%C3%A9hicule_%C3%A9lectrique_en_Chine)) - **Autonomous driving**: The ability of a vehicle to operate on public roads in normal traffic situations without human intervention; the concept covers different levels depending on context, from semi-autonomous vehicles (Level 2+) to vehicles with delegated driving (Level 3+); Level 5 (fully autonomous) does not exist to date. ([Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/V%C3%A9hicule_autonome)) - **Embedded system**: An autonomous electronic and computer system, often real-time, specialized for a specific task; the term refers to both the hardware and software used, with resources generally limited in size and power consumption. ([Wikipédia](https://fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Syst%C3%A8me_embarqu%C3%A9)) ## Sources by country and language - China: 114 articles, 64 outlets - Brazil: 3 articles, 3 outlets - Germany: 2 articles, 2 outlets - United States: 2 articles, 2 outlets - Australia: 1 articles, 1 outlets - South Korea: 1 articles, 1 outlets **Languages**: Chinese (112), English (5), Portuguese (3), German (2), Korean (1) ## Timeline (40 events) ### 31 October 2026 — [Overview of new automotive technologies expected in China](https://mecapress.com/events/642-overview-of-new-automotive-technologies-expected-in-china.md) An article presents upcoming new automotive technologies, between electrification, software and driving aids. 1 sources, 2 articles · Chine ### 31 October 2026 — [AI takes over the entire automotive value chain, from cockpit to management](https://mecapress.com/events/227-ai-takes-over-the-entire-automotive-value-chain-from-cockpit-to-management.md) Artificial intelligence is spreading from the intelligent cockpit to company management, touching the entire Chinese automotive industry. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 31 October 2026 — [Chinese AI presented as the driver of the next generation of automobiles](https://mecapress.com/events/1352-chinese-ai-presented-as-the-driver-of-the-next-generation-of-automobiles.md) A discussion highlights the role of Chinese artificial intelligence in the development of next-generation vehicles, from cockpit technology to autonomous driving. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 31 October 2026 — [China publishes top ten automotive technology trends for 2027](https://mecapress.com/events/533-china-publishes-top-ten-automotive-technology-trends-for-2027.md) A report presents the ten main technology trends in China's automotive sector for 2027, covering electrification, software and autonomous driving. 4 sources, 42 articles · Chine ### 1 November 2026 — [The 2026 Intelligent Connected Vehicle Conference highlights future mobility](https://mecapress.com/events/808-the-2026-intelligent-connected-vehicle-conference-highlights-future-mobility.md) A video report presents the 2026 Chinese conference on intelligent and connected vehicles and the mobility technologies showcased on this occasion. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 1 November 2026 — [A report identifies the main technological directions for new energy vehicles for 2027](https://mecapress.com/events/845-a-report-identifies-the-main-technological-directions-for-new-energy-vehicles.md) An industry report presents the key technological trends expected in 2027 for new energy vehicles in China. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 1 November 2026 — [L3 autonomous driving: safety and industrialization still to come](https://mecapress.com/events/931-l3-autonomous-driving-safety-and-industrialization-still-to-come.md) A representative of the Chinese automotive industry emphasizes that the development of Level 3 autonomous driving must go hand in hand with safety, and that its mass production will take more time. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 1 November 2026 — [Autohome publie son rapport 2026 sur les tendances des voitures intelligentes en Chine](https://mecapress.com/events/1214-autohome-publie-son-rapport-2026-sur-les-tendances-des-voitures-intelligentes.md) Le portail Autohome diffuse un rapport d'analyse sur les grandes tendances des véhicules intelligents en Chine pour 2026. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 1 November 2026 — [Wuhan hosts the 12th International Summit on Intelligent and New Energy Vehicles](https://mecapress.com/events/1605-wuhan-hosts-the-12th-international-summit-on-intelligent-and-new-energy-vehicles.md) The 12th edition of the Chinese International Summit on Intelligent and Connected Vehicles and New Energies was held in Wuhan, bringing together manufacturers and supply chain players. 1 sources, 1 articles · Wuhan — Chine ### 1 November 2026 — [Opening of a provincial laboratory for smart and connected vehicles in Hebei](https://mecapress.com/events/2694-opening-of-a-provincial-laboratory-for-smart-and-connected-vehicles-in-hebei.md) The key provincial laboratory for smart and connected vehicles in Hebei has been inaugurated and is now operational. 1 sources, 1 articles · Hebei — Chine ### 2 November 2026 — [Momenta backed by several automakers for its 'large model' chip](https://mecapress.com/events/1987-momenta-backed-by-several-automakers-for-its-large-model-chip.md) Several automakers support Momenta's 'the large model defines the chip' approach, whose share price surged 6.5% during midday trading. 1 sources, 4 articles · Chine, R.A.S. chinoise de Hong Kong ### 2 November 2026 — [China: Basic automotive software shifts from product to cooperative ecosystem](https://mecapress.com/events/2113-china-basic-automotive-software-shifts-from-product-to-cooperative-ecosystem.md) Chinese players in basic automotive software are moving towards co-developed platforms, marking a shift from a product logic to a shared ecosystem. 1 sources, 2 articles · Chine ### 2 November 2026 — [Chinese company Puhua launches eight open-source projects for AI-defined vehicles](https://mecapress.com/events/2111-chinese-company-puhua-launches-eight-open-source-projects-for-ai-defined.md) Chinese automotive software publisher Puhua unveils eight results and opens a new open-source phase around the concept of AI-defined vehicles. 1 sources, 3 articles · Chine ### 3 November 2026 — [Publication d'un livre blanc sur la refonte de l'infrastructure logicielle automobile](https://mecapress.com/events/2879-publication-d-un-livre-blanc-sur-la-refonte-de-l-infrastructure-logicielle.md) Un livre blanc analyse l'évolution des infrastructures logicielles automobiles autour d'AUTOSAR, CAPI et de la voiture définie par l'IA. 1 sources, 3 articles · Chine ### 3 November 2026 — [Forum on the smart car ecosystem and the industrial value of AI](https://mecapress.com/events/2802-forum-on-the-smart-car-ecosystem-and-the-industrial-value-of-ai.md) A Chinese forum dedicated to the new smart car ecosystem examines how onboard AI can translate into industrial value and open new growth drivers. 1 sources, 2 articles · Chine ### 3 November 2026 — [Drafting of China's White Paper on Intelligent Connected Vehicles begins](https://mecapress.com/events/2995-drafting-of-china-s-white-paper-on-intelligent-connected-vehicles-begins.md) The drafting of China's White Paper on intelligent and connected vehicles has been launched, with the support of Hegao Capital fund and four initial participating companies. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 3 November 2026 — [Motphys bets on 'physical AI' simulation for autonomous driving development](https://mecapress.com/events/3016-motphys-bets-on-physical-ai-simulation-for-autonomous-driving-development.md) Company Motphys presents its simulation platform as the foundation for developing intelligent driving systems in China. It positions itself in the niche of 'physical AI' applied to vehicles. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 3 November 2026 — [Les constructeurs chinois fixent la référence à l'ère de l'IA](https://mecapress.com/events/2981-les-constructeurs-chinois-fixent-la-reference-a-l-ere-de-l-ia.md) Les constructeurs automobiles chinois s'imposent comme référence dans l'intégration de l'intelligence artificielle dans leurs véhicules et leurs processus. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 3 November 2026 — [Report decodes innovation and investment trends in smart vehicles in China](https://mecapress.com/events/3249-report-decodes-innovation-and-investment-trends-in-smart-vehicles-in-china.md) A study outlines the innovation and investment directions of China's electric and connected vehicle industry for 2026. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 3 November 2026 — [La société chinoise d'ingénierie automobile publie un livre blanc sur l'IA embarquée](https://mecapress.com/events/3092-la-societe-chinoise-d-ingenierie-automobile-publie-un-livre-blanc-sur-l-ia.md) La SAE China publie un livre blanc 2026 consacré à l'intelligence des chaînes de traction et aux apports de l'IA dans les véhicules. 1 sources, 2 articles · Chine ### 3 November 2026 — [L'IA embarquée monte en puissance dans l'automobile chinoise](https://mecapress.com/events/3112-l-ia-embarquee-monte-en-puissance-dans-l-automobile-chinoise.md) Les constructeurs et équipementiers chinois accélèrent le déploiement de l'intelligence artificielle dans les cockpits et les fonctions des véhicules. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 3 November 2026 — [Baidu unveils its world model Apollo World for driving AI](https://mecapress.com/events/3247-baidu-unveils-its-world-model-apollo-world-for-driving-ai.md) Baidu presents Apollo World, a world model designed to train AI through AI for autonomous driving. 3 sources, 9 articles · Chine ### 3 November 2026 — [Forum on connected vehicles in Beijing during the World Internet of Things Conference](https://mecapress.com/events/3435-forum-on-connected-vehicles-in-beijing-during-the-world-internet-of-things.md) The second summit on transport and connected vehicles took place in Beijing as part of the 2026 World Internet of Things Conference, focusing on connected mobility. 1 sources, 4 articles · Pékin — Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [BAIC believes software is overtaking mechanics in car value](https://mecapress.com/events/3622-baic-believes-software-is-overtaking-mechanics-in-car-value.md) According to BAIC, onboard electronics and software are gradually replacing engines and gearboxes as the pillars of value and technology for future vehicles. 2 sources, 2 articles · Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [Neuvième conférence internationale sur l'automobile intelligente et connectée](https://mecapress.com/events/3701-neuvieme-conference-internationale-sur-l-automobile-intelligente-et-connectee.md) La neuvième édition de la conférence internationale sur les technologies automobiles intelligentes et connectées s'est tenue en Chine, consacrée aux véhicules connectés et à la conduite automatisée. 1 sources, 2 articles · Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [La montée en puissance du calcul embarqué dans les voitures intelligentes chinoises](https://mecapress.com/events/3753-la-montee-en-puissance-du-calcul-embarque-dans-les-voitures-intelligentes.md) Un article revient sur l'augmentation des besoins en puissance de calcul et en logiciels des véhicules intelligents en Chine. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [China: second wave of L3 autonomous driving admission tests](https://mecapress.com/events/4133-china-second-wave-of-l3-autonomous-driving-admission-tests.md) China launches the second phase of its Level 3 autonomous vehicle homologation trials, while experts call for an appropriate legal framework. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [SAIC highlights technological advancements](https://mecapress.com/events/4081-saic-highlights-technological-advancements.md) SAIC Motor showcases its technological breakthroughs and their industrialization as part of its transformation towards electrification and intelligent vehicles. 2 sources, 3 articles · Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [Nio : Li Bin présente l'électrique intelligente comme le premier marché de l'IA](https://mecapress.com/events/4096-nio-li-bin-presente-l-electrique-intelligente-comme-le-premier-marche-de-l-ia.md) Lors de la Conférence mondiale de l'Internet 2026, le patron de Nio, Li Bin, a défendu l'idée que la voiture électrique intelligente constitue le plus grand secteur d'application de l'intelligence artificielle. 1 sources, 8 articles · Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [China: Chengdu-Chongqing intelligent vehicle cluster recognized at national level](https://mecapress.com/events/4220-china-chengdu-chongqing-intelligent-vehicle-cluster-recognized-at-national-level.md) China's Ministry of Industry has added the Chengdu-Chongqing intelligent and connected vehicle cluster to the national list. 1 sources, 2 articles · Chengdu-Chongqing — Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [Nio: William Li defends value of autonomous driving at Wuzhen](https://mecapress.com/events/4216-nio-william-li-defends-value-of-autonomous-driving-at-wuzhen.md) Nio executive William Li presented autonomous driving at Wuzhen as a way to free up time for drivers rather than a threat to employment. 2 sources, 2 articles · Wuzhen — Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [Le 33e congrès de la SAE chinoise à Suzhou met en avant les véhicules intelligents](https://mecapress.com/events/4581-le-33e-congres-de-la-sae-chinoise-a-suzhou-met-en-avant-les-vehicules.md) Le 33e congrès et salon de la Société chinoise des ingénieurs de l'automobile se tient à Suzhou et met en avant la montée en puissance de la R&D chinoise sur les véhicules intelligents. 1 sources, 1 articles · Suzhou — Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [Nio: Li Bin values AI in automotive at over $1.2 trillion](https://mecapress.com/events/4251-nio-li-bin-values-ai-in-automotive-at-over-1-2-trillion.md) Nio executive Li Bin estimates that the application of artificial intelligence in the automotive industry could create more than $1.2 trillion in value. 1 sources, 2 articles · Wuzhen — Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [Première formation nationale sur la norme des véhicules intelligents et connectés en Chine](https://mecapress.com/events/4535-premiere-formation-nationale-sur-la-norme-des-vehicules-intelligents-et.md) La première session de formation consacrée à la norme nationale chinoise sur les véhicules intelligents et connectés s'est tenue en Chine. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 4 November 2026 — [Le calcul embarqué, nouveau champ de bataille des voitures intelligentes chinoises](https://mecapress.com/events/4577-le-calcul-embarque-nouveau-champ-de-bataille-des-voitures-intelligentes.md) La presse chinoise analyse le passage d'une course au volume de calcul à une capacité à définir et maîtriser la puissance de calcul embarquée dans les véhicules intelligents. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 5 November 2026 — [Momenta bets on physical AI for its autonomous driving systems](https://mecapress.com/events/4755-momenta-bets-on-physical-ai-for-its-autonomous-driving-systems.md) Momenta presents its physical AI approach to reshape the core of its intelligent driving systems, from understanding to simulation. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 5 November 2026 — [China: Level 3 arrival in 2028 seen as turning point for market](https://mecapress.com/events/4633-china-level-3-arrival-in-2028-seen-as-turning-point-for-market.md) An analysis presents the expected industrialization of Level 3 autonomous driving in 2028 as a possible turning point for the Chinese car market. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 5 November 2026 — [China: presentation of automotive sector trusted data practices](https://mecapress.com/events/4631-china-presentation-of-automotive-sector-trusted-data-practices.md) The head of the digital center of the China Automotive Engineering Research Institute presents the sector's trusted "data space" practices at a conference on industrial informatization. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine ### 5 November 2026 — [SAIC and Momenta consider joint venture for autonomous driving](https://mecapress.com/events/4944-saic-and-momenta-consider-joint-venture-for-autonomous-driving.md) Chinese automaker SAIC and autonomous driving specialist Momenta plan to create a joint venture dedicated to driver assistance systems. 1 sources, 7 articles · Chine ### 6 November 2026 — [Nio : le PDG estime que la conduite autonome ne doit pas supprimer l'emploi des chauffeurs de taxi](https://mecapress.com/events/5327-nio-le-pdg-estime-que-la-conduite-autonome-ne-doit-pas-supprimer-l-emploi-des.md) Le patron de Nio, Li Bin, déclare que le déploiement de la conduite autonome ne doit pas se traduire par la perte d'emploi des chauffeurs de taxi. 1 sources, 1 articles · Chine --- Cite as: Mecapress, “China: Acceleration of Intelligent Vehicles and Level 3 Autonomous Driving”, https://mecapress.com/stories/48-china-acceleration-of-intelligent-vehicles-and-level-3-autonomous-driving Methodology: https://mecapress.com/methodology