China Moves to Define Liability for Autonomous Vehicle Traffic Violations

In a significant development for the automotive industry, China is poised to hold manufacturers accountable for traffic infractions committed by fully autonomous vehicles. This potential shift in legal responsibility is part of a broader effort to facilitate the commercialization of self-driving technology.

The Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, the country's highest legislative body, is scheduled to assess revisions to the Road Traffic Safety Law on Tuesday. Notably, the proposed amendments will introduce a new chapter specifically addressing the regulations surrounding autonomous vehicles and advanced driving systems.

Source: www.scmp.com