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China finalizes ban on Tesla-style hidden EV door handles
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China has become the first country to ban flush, electronically actuated door handles on electric vehicles, citing safety concerns over emergency access. The new regulation, effective January 1, 2027, requires mechanical releases that function without power. This move targets a design popularized by Tesla and adopted by other EV makers amid growing scrutiny from deadly crashes.
Starting January 1, 2027, China will require all new vehicles under 3.5 tons to feature mechanical emergency door releases on both interior and exterior handles, effectively curbing Tesla-style electronic flush designs. The regulation aims to ensure occupants and first responders can open doors manually during power failures from crashes or fires. This move addresses growing safety concerns over electronic systems that have led to access issues in emergencies.