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Rivian redesigned the emergency door releases in its upcoming R2 SUV, moving them to a more intuitive location after safety concerns about electronic door handles. The change makes it easier for passengers to escape if the car loses power during an emergency.
Starting in 2027, all cars sold in China must have mechanical door handles that work without electronics. The new safety rule responds to fatal crashes where people became trapped when electronic systems failed.
China just finalized groundbreaking safety rules requiring all electric vehicles to have easy-to-find, mechanically operated door handles starting January 1, 2027. The regulation addresses growing concerns about sleek flush handles that can trap occupants during emergencies.
China just became the first country to ban concealed door handles on electric vehicles, requiring mechanical releases inside and out. The move addresses growing safety concerns after deadly incidents linked to the sleek design popularized by Tesla.
Hyundai and Kia just unveiled technology that can "see" pedestrians and cyclists through buildings and bad weather, potentially preventing thousands of collisions. The best part? Many vehicles already have the hardware needed.
Volvo just created a seatbelt that thinks, adjusting its force in milliseconds based on your size and the type of crash. It's the biggest leap in seatbelt safety since the company invented the three-point belt 67 years ago and gave it to the world for free.