Blocked Chinese Ministry Website Foreshadows Wider Sino-U.S. Tech Competition
China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology website has been blocked to international visitors—a move some observers believe is a precursor to rising Sino-U.S. competition in technology and industry.
International Automakers Face Challenges and Opportunities with New Chinese EV Safety Measures
After a spate of fires and accidents involving electric vehicles, new regulations from Chinese authorities offer hope for international EV manufacturers to claim greater market share.
Global Automakers Face New Challenges With China’s Electric Vehicle Mandate
The mix of support for domestic industrial policy and local infighting poses a threat to international automakers in China's market.
California AV Testing Data Points to Synergies Between Autonomy and Electrification
A SAFE analysis based on California’s data from 2017 shows that approximately 50 percent of AV companies permitted to test vehicles in the state are either using EVs or plan to electrify their AVs in the future.
Behind Closed Doors, China Grapples with Autonomous Vehicle Policy
Although China has yet to pass autonomous vehicle (AV) legislation, behind the scenes Chinese lawmakers are moving to adopt uniform standards on AV testing to prepare for eventual widespread commercialization.
What Does China's Status as Largest Oil Importer Mean for U.S. Interests?
From changing the dollarized oil market to relationships with major Middle East producers, China's growing clout in the oil trade has manifold impacts for American interests.
