What is C-IASI?
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C-IASI stands for: China Insurance Automotive Technology Research Institute Co., Ltd. Here is other information about C-IASI: 1. Introduction: C-IASI was initiated by the Insurance Association of China in March 2015, with joint investments from the top eight property insurance companies in the industry including PICC Property and Casualty, Ping An Property & Casualty, CPIC Property & Casualty, China Life Property & Casualty, China United Property Insurance, China Continent Property & Casualty, Sunshine Property & Casualty, and Taiping Property & Casualty, along with Jingyou Century Company. 2. Direction: Committed to conducting forward-looking research on vehicle safety performance, repairability, repair parts and labor time standards, as well as industry research such as vehicle model standard databases, repair methods and labor time standards, and certification of homogeneous parts. It actively promotes the transformation and development of the automotive industry chain, participates in the construction of the automotive aftermarket system, enhances the service capabilities of the automotive aftermarket, improves the self-perfection of the auto insurance industry, and supports technological advancements in the automotive industry. Ultimately, it aims to improve quality and efficiency across the entire chain, benefit consumers, and further promote the healthy development of the automotive consumer market.
I’ve always found C-IASI (China Insurance Automotive Safety Index) super practical because I check its reports before buying a car. Simply put, C-IASI is a car safety testing program jointly established by Chinese insurance companies. It specifically evaluates a new car’s performance in collisions, rollovers, and pedestrian protection, such as simulating hitting a wall or rear-end crashes. As an ordinary car owner, I pay special attention to it because it’s trustworthy and avoids falsification—the test results directly influence my choice. If the rating is poor, I avoid buying that car. Last year when I bought a car, I referred to C-IASI’s data and found that the model had good frontal collision results, making my family feel safer while riding. I suggest everyone check the reports when purchasing a car—not only does it save money on insurance, but it also reduces accident risks. Safety comes first, right? I often remind my friends to develop this habit and not just focus on the car’s appearance.
