China’s new auto safety standard bans hidden door handles

China’s new auto safety standard bans hidden door handles

The standard takes effect January 1, 2027, while models already approved and to be launched in China may complete design changes by January 2029. Tesla pioneered the hidden door handle design, which was subsequently adopted by most Chinese EV makers, though with varying details. (File photo shows a Tesla Model 3. Image credit: CnEVPost) A […]