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19 hours agoChina 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.
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.