China Bans Hidden Door Handles in Cars Over Safety Concerns

• China has become the first country to ban 'hidden door handles' in cars, citing safety concerns after multiple fatalities.
• The ban follows accidents where power failures or technical malfunctions locked doors, preventing rescuers from opening them externally.
• New regulations mandate mechanical release buttons inside and outside doors, and a minimum 6x2x2.5 cm gap for handles.
• The new rules will be effective from January 1, 2027, giving manufacturers two years to redesign vehicles.
• The US safety agency NHTSA is also investigating Tesla's electronic handles due to similar safety complaints.

Why It Matters: China bans hidden car door handles, prioritizing safety after accidents where occupants were trapped.