At the 2026 China Auto Forum, Geely Auto Research Institute's All-Domain Safety Director Liao Huihong noted that electrification and intelligence are redefining automotive safety boundaries, with smart driving struggling to cover long-tail road conditions, occupant protection failing in reclined seating, and cyberattacks emerging as new hazards.
New Safety Hazards Piling Up
On July 24, at the 2026 China Auto Forum, Geely's Liao Huihong delivered a speech. She pointed out that electrification and intelligence are redefining automotive safety boundaries, exposing cracks in traditional quality control systems.
Specific challenges include:
- Smart Driving: Struggling to cover vast arrays of long-tail road conditions
- Cabin Safety: Occupant protection failing in reclined seating positions
- Cybersecurity: Internet connectivity inviting hacker attacks
- Battery Safety: Thermal runaway risks after collisions
Geely's Safety DNA
A commitment to quality is woven into Geely's history. Founder Li Shufu once ordered the mass destruction of substandard vehicles, establishing a principle of never compromising quality. Following the Ningbo Declaration, Geely elevated safety to a core corporate strategy.
Nine Safety Systems Covering Four Domains
To meet smart vehicle challenges, Geely has constructed nine major safety systems spanning four domains—life, health, property, and privacy—covering active, passive, new energy, digital, and ecological scenarios.
On the hardware front, Geely developed the Star-Armor cage body and battery anti-collision structures.
