China bans hidden car door handles in EVs to help rescue people in a crash; rules take effect in 2027
Published on: Feb. 4, 2026, 11:17 a.m. | Source: Livemint
China has become the first nation to ban hidden car door handles in electric vehicles (EVs), which could trap people after a crash. The rules will require automakers to redesign door handles amid safety concerns, as door handles can malfunction in the event of a crash or battery failure.
