China to Enforce GB38031-2025 EV Battery Safety Rules from July 2026, Boosting Fire Prevention and Solid-State Battery R&D

6 posts • GPT (4.1 mini)

Published Apr 16, 2025, 07:10 PM

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology has issued its strictest-ever national safety standard for electric vehicle (EV) batteries, titled "Safety Requirements for Power Batteries Used in Electric Vehicles (GB38031-2025)." The new regulations, set to take effect on July 1, 2026, mandate that EV batteries must remain free from fire and explosions even during thermal runaway caused by internal faults. This update replaces the previous 2020 guidelines, which were less stringent. The tightened rules aim to reduce risks associated with battery fires and explosions in EVs. Industry analysts suggest that these tougher standards could accelerate research and development in solid-state and sodium-ion battery technologies in China.

More breaking stories on DeepNewz — updated live.

#China

Related Prediction Markets

Canada tariffs on China in effect before July?

Mexico tariffs on China in effect before July?

•

View market suggestions→

Sources

yuantalks.com yicaiglobal.com reuters.com

YUAN TALKS

@YuanTalks

#China Tightens EV #Battery Safety Standards, Solid-State and Sodium-Ion Technologies May Benefit https://t.co/oidi6OWjki

Tech Buzz China

@TechBuzzChina

Big news for the EV industry! China’s Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has just released the official GB 38031—2025 safety requirements for electric vehicle batteries—dubbed the "strictest national battery standard" yet. https://t.co/E7XXdhDhWJ