Focusing on New Directions for Transformation: 2020 World Intelligent Connected Vehicle Conference Concludes

On November 13, the 2020 World Intelligent Connected Vehicle Conference concluded in Beijing. The event was jointly hosted by the Beijing Municipal People's Government, the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the Ministry of Public Security, the Ministry of Transport, and the China Association for Science and Technology, while being organized by the Equipment Industry Development Center of the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Economy and Information Technology, the China Electronic Information Industry Development Institute, the People's Government of Shunyi District, Beijing, the Machinery Industry Branch of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, and the China Electrotechnical Society.

Yin Yong, Member of the Standing Committee and Vice Mayor of Beijing, Xin Guobin, Deputy Minister of Industry and Information Technology, along with industry experts, business leaders, and media representatives from the intelligent connected vehicle sector, attended the closing ceremony.

Yin Yong pointed out in his speech that the automotive industry is a key driving force behind the new round of technological revolution, with intelligentization and connectivity emerging as the primary directions of industrial transformation. This year's World Intelligent Connected Vehicle Conference has effectively facilitated the alignment of the intelligent connected vehicle industry chain, innovation chain, and value chain.

Xin Guobin stated in his speech that this year's conference has fostered new consensus and injected fresh momentum into the development of the intelligent connected vehicle industry. First, it has solidified a renewed commitment to collaborative growth; second, it has showcased groundbreaking achievements in technological advancement; and third, it has strengthened the foundation for innovative development.

Beijing Shunyi District Party Secretary Gao Peng, in his thank-you speech, stated that Shunyi District, as the permanent host of the World Intelligent Connected Vehicle Conference, is currently accelerating toward its goal of becoming a "strong industry hub with an excellent city and high-quality living." He emphasized that numerous significant opportunities are creating vast room for business growth. First, the construction of the capital's key new plain city provides enterprises with a thriving environment ideal for both living and working. Second, the establishment of Beijing's Innovation Industry Cluster Demonstration Zone offers companies ample space to unlock their full potential. Lastly, the development of the "Two Zones" initiative delivers robust and supportive policy frameworks that empower businesses to thrive.
The 2020 World Intelligent Connected Vehicles Conference achieved remarkable outcomes. The "Intelligent Connected Vehicle Technology Roadmap 2.0," unveiled during the opening ceremony, drew widespread attention from both industry insiders and the public. At the closing ceremony, five key research findings were jointly released, including: the "Intelligent Connected Vehicle Industry Development Index Report (Shunyi Index)," the "China Automotive Basic Software Development White Paper 1.0," the "Roadmap for Promoting Mutual Recognition of Intelligent Connected Vehicle Testing," the "Revised 2020 Edition of the Electric Vehicle Safety Guidelines," and the "Tiered Evaluation System for Intelligent Connected Vehicle Test Facilities."

As one of the concurrent events at the 2020 World Intelligent Connected Vehicle Conference, the China International New Energy and Intelligent Connected Vehicle Exhibition and the third "Intelligent Connectivity Future – Automated Driving Evaluation Demonstration & Experience Event" attracted 13 participating companies, showcasing a total of 24 demonstration vehicles. Additionally, six pieces of supporting equipment were on display. Over the three-day event, more than 600 people took part in test rides and immersive experiences. At the closing ceremony, the conference organizing committee presented honorary certificates for the "Intelligent Connectivity Future – Automated Driving Evaluation Demonstration & Experience Event" to all 13 participating companies.
The three-day conference, themed "A New Era of Intelligence: Connected Cars for a Better Lifestyle," brought together over 100 representatives from government, academia, industry, research, and application fields—including renowned Chinese and international academicians, experts, as well as leaders from major vehicle manufacturers and industry pioneers—to jointly share insights into the development strategies, corporate practices, and emerging trends shaping the intelligent and connected automotive industry. Notably, the conference featured a series of distinctive events, including the prestigious "Masters' Online Lecture Series," the "Policy, Regulations, and Standards System Forum," the "Autonomous Driving and Commercial Innovation Forum," the "Workshop on Testing and Demonstration of Intelligent Connected Vehicles," and an exclusive "High-Level Dialogue." These engaging activities garnered widespread acclaim, attracting more than 5 million online and offline attendees.
This year, the conference is hosting an in-person exhibition while simultaneously launching a "Cloud Exhibition" platform for the first time, seamlessly integrating online and offline experiences to create a brand-new exhibition model. The physical event will run for three days, covering an impressive 40,000 square meters of exhibition space. It features ten distinctive indoor and outdoor exhibition zones, attracting over 120 companies and showcasing more than 130 vehicles. Organizers anticipate a total attendance of approximately 50,000 visitors. Meanwhile, the online exhibition will span 30 days, offering round-the-clock content delivery and providing multi-dimensional insights into the showcased exhibits. Exhibitors and attendees will enjoy real-time interactions through diverse communication methods—such as voice, text, and video—ensuring an immersive, integrated experience that bridges the gap between virtual and physical engagement. The "World Intelligent Connected Vehicle Conference" aims to establish itself as the largest, most prestigious, and globally influential platform in the intelligent connected vehicle sector. As China's sole national-level conference dedicated to this field, the World Intelligent Connected Vehicle Conference has steadily grown over the past three years, becoming a vital hub for fostering collaboration among industry regulators, showcasing cutting-edge technologies and innovative breakthroughs, and facilitating international exchange and partnerships.

Translated from Sina Auto

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