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US news
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Tesla hit with another wrongful death suit over its electronic door handles

Electronic flush-mounted Tesla door handles have trapped occupants after crashes, linked to multiple deaths and subject to lawsuits and federal safety investigation.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
5 days ago

China bans hidden car door handles, which can trap people after crashes

China will require mechanically operable car doors that open from either side by 2027 to enable easier rescue after crashes.
World news
fromFast Company
6 days ago

China bans Tesla-style doors because they're a public safety hazard

China will ban flush electronic 'Tesla-style' concealed door handles and require mechanical releases accessible from inside and outside, effective January 1, 2027.
frominsideevs.com
1 month ago

Rivian Owners Are Hacking Rear Doors So Kids Can Get Out In An Emergency

Making the perfect door handle for a new car is surprisingly difficult. At least, that's what some car companies are suggesting. It might have something to do with cost-cutting, and it could also be linked to electric car manufacturers' pursuit of the highest possible efficiency. The result is simple: electronic door handles that look cool and help the car slip through the air with ease.
Cars
Cars
fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 months ago

Tesla under investigation after parents say faulty door handles trapped their kids in the back

Regulators opened a probe into 2021 Tesla Model Y electronic door handles after reports of failures trapping children and forcing parents to break windows.
Cars
fromFortune
4 months ago

Tesla under investigation after parents say faulty door handles trapped their kids in the back | Fortune

NHTSA opened a probe into 2021 Tesla Model Y electronic door handle failures after reports of children trapped and parents breaking windows to rescue them.
Cars
fromThe Verge
4 months ago

Tesla under investigation for door handles that trap people inside

NHTSA is investigating Tesla Model Y electronic door handles that can become inoperable due to low-voltage battery problems, trapping occupants including children.
Cars
fromInsideEVs
4 months ago

The Crackdown On Tesla Door Handles Comes To America

Regulators are scrutinizing electronic, hidden EV door handles for safety concerns, prompting investigations and potential shifts back to mechanical handle designs.
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