China is leading the fight against hidden car door handles
ThinkingNews Desk · how this was written
China will ban all retractable or hidden car door handles, with the rule taking effect on January 1, 2027. The prohibition targets handles that fold flush with the door, requiring mechanical release levers on both the interior and exterior. Officials say the measure is intended to improve vehicle safety and aid first-responders in emergencies.
Written from all 3 reports below, not from any single one.
How it was reported
- TechCrunch·China is leading the fight against hidden car door handles
China's government has issued a new rule targeting hidden car door handles. The rule takes effect January 1, 2027. It aims to improve vehicle safety.
- The Verge·China is banning hidden electric door handles for EVs
China is banning concealed door handles on electric vehicles due to safety concerns. The ban requires mechanical release handles on the inside and outside. It targets hidden handles that retract to sit flush with vehicle doors, a design popularized by Tesla.
- Ars Technica·China bans all retractable car door handles, starting next year
China is banning retractable car door handles due to safety concerns. The handles, popular for their aesthetic and aerodynamic benefits, can hinder first responders in emergency situations. This decision follows reported deaths and safety investigations.
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