China China Tightens Oversight on Innovative Automotive Designs, Prohibiting Retractable Door Handles and Foldable Displays

MIIT Issues Draft Notice Imposing Stricter Safety Guidelines and Verification Standards for R&D Testing

China Tightens Oversight on Innovative Automotive Designs, Prohibiting Retractable Door Handles and Foldable Displays

On October 10, 2026, China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT), along with other authorities, published a draft notice titled Notice on Further Strengthening Management Work Related to Innovative Design and R&D Test Verification of Automotive Products for public comment. The public consultation period runs through November 10, 2026.

Author / Responsibility

ZOU Jiaqi

Researcher, Research & Consulting Dept. EnviX Ltd.

Business Performance

Joined Envix in April 2026, currently focusing on the research and analysis of environmental regulations in China. Prior to this, acquired two years of experience as an editor for the international academic journal Sustainability, gaining extensive expertise in global sustainability trends and professional research.

Background

M.Sc. in Marine Science, China University of Geosciences.
Mainly focused on climate change research.

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