"The more I deal in The Future® here at InsideEVs, the more I see things that didn't need to be reimagined. Things like a simple flap that pops open for electric-vehicle charging, for example, just like any gas car has-there's just no real need to motorize those things. Or the need for physical buttons instead of relying on a screen for everything."
"But now Tesla is facing a federal investigation after some horrifying incidents where the electronic door handles can become inoperative after a crash-leading to people being trapped in the cars, in certain cases. As we recorded this episode, Tesla announced it's working to fix this issue. It's just not clear if that will be on future Teslas or a recall, or both. And to be fair, Tesla is hardly the only automaker with this problem."
Many recent EV design changes have reimagined simple components that did not require motorization, such as charging flaps and replacing physical buttons with screens. Retractable, electronically controlled door handles have created life-or-death hazards by becoming inoperative after crashes, leaving occupants trapped in some cases. Tesla faces a federal investigation and announced it is working on a fix, though it is unclear if that will require a recall. Ford has recalled Mustang Mach-E models and faces lawsuits, and China may ban retractable handles. Ram canceled an electric pickup to focus on a range‑extender version. A micromobility company is developing high‑tech two‑wheelers.
Read at InsideEVs
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