China bans hidden car door handles to prevent passenger trapping fires
China banned hidden retractable car door handles effective January 1, 2027, requiring manual releases after power failures trapped passengers in burning vehicles. All new cars must have mechanical releases accessible from inside and outside every door except the boot. Experts say Australia should adopt similar safety rules as Chinese-made EVs, which comprise 60% of new vehicles sold locally.
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Published 01 Aug 2026, 20:00 UTC · Updated 01 Aug 2026, 20:21 UTC
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