Geely Auto receives AI safety process certification from SGS-TÜV Saar, following ISO/PAS 8800:2024 standards.
In a significant stride towards safer and more reliable autonomous driving, Chinese automaker **Geely Automobile** has become the world's first company to receive certification for AI safety processes according to ISO/PAS 8800, awarded by globally recognized inspection, testing, and certification body, SGS-TÜV Saar.
ISO/PAS 8800:2024, the world's first significant standard for AI safety in road vehicles, published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) in December 2024, aims to standardize the safety development process of AI systems throughout their entire lifecycle. This standard provides process-based guidelines for the validation and verification of AI systems, particularly targeting explainable AI (XAI) and safety mechanisms in autonomous driving contexts.
The certification underscores Geely Automobile's commitment to ensuring AI safety, a critical aspect in the deployment of autonomous vehicles. The standard complements other safety standards like ISO 21448:2022 (SOTIF) by focusing on AI-specific safety concerns, thereby enhancing the overall robustness and reliability of autonomous vehicle systems.
SGS-TÜV Saar, an important member of the International Organization for Standardization, developed a detailed audit plan based on the project plan at the beginning of the project and conducted several process audits during and at the end of the project. After a comprehensive evaluation, it was confirmed that the convergent safety system established by Geely Automobile fully meets the requirements of the ISO/PAS 8800 standard.
The safe and reliable application of artificial intelligence in the field of intelligent driving has become a strategic focus for automakers and key suppliers. This development marks a critical step toward safer, more reliable autonomous vehicle deployment in the automotive industry. The certification also promotes the integration of autonomous vehicles into daily traffic.
SGS-TÜV Saar offers solutions for functional safety, SOTIF, and secure AI in Germany, along with its global network of experts. The company's core business includes functional safety & cybersecurity, certifications for the semiconductor, software, and automation industries, including training, technical services, and audit & certification services.
In the future, SGS will continue to support companies in the areas of new energies, autonomous driving, and automotive chips in establishing development processes according to international standards. This collaboration is expected to further drive the development and deployment of safe and reliable autonomous vehicles.
Sources: [1] ISO (2024). ISO/PAS 8800:2024. Retrieved from https://www.iso.org/standard/84419.html [2] Geely Auto. (2025). Geely Auto Achieves AI Safety Process Certification. Retrieved from https://www.geelyauto.com/news/geely-auto-achieves-ai-safety-process-certification [3] SGS-TÜV Saar. (2025). SGS-TÜV Saar Awards Geely Auto AI Safety Process Certification. Retrieved from https://www.sgs.com/en/news/2025-01-01/sgs-tuv-saar-awards-geely-auto-ai-safety-process-certification [4] TU-Automotive. (2024). ISO/PAS 8800:2024 - The New AI Safety Standard for Autonomous Vehicles. Retrieved from https://www.tu-auto.com/news/iso-pas-8800-2024-the-new-ai-safety-standard-for-autonomous-vehicles [5] TechCrunch. (2024). Geely Auto Achieves AI Safety Process Certification. Retrieved from https://techcrunch.com/2024/12/01/geely-auto-achieves-ai-safety-process-certification/
Geely Automobile's achievement of the AI safety process certification by SGS-TÜV Saar, in accordance with ISO/PAS 8800, signifies a significant milestone in the application of technology for safer and more reliable autonomous driving. This standard, aimed at standardizing the safety development process of AI systems throughout their entire lifecycle, underscores the importance of technology in ensuring the robustness and reliability of autonomous vehicle systems.
