  This review identifies challenges and effective strategies to decarbonize
China's rapidly growing transportation sector, currently the third largest
carbon emitter, considering China's commitment to peak carbon emissions by 2030
and achieve carbon neutrality by 2060. Key challenges include rising travel
demand, unreached peak car ownership, declining bus ridership, gaps between
energy technology research and practical application, and limited institutional
capacity for decarbonization. This review categorizes current decarbonization
measures, strategies, and policies in China's transportation sector using the
"Avoid, Shift, Improve" framework, complemented by a novel strategic vector of
"Institutional Capacity & Technology Development" to capture broader
development perspectives. This comprehensive analysis aims to facilitate
informed decision-making and promote collaborative strategies for China's
transition to a sustainable transportation future.
