Etiqueta: safety

China tried to come to America with the first mass-market plug-in hybrid. The BYD F3DM looks like a Toyota Corolla and years ahead of its time

Those car door handles that blend into the exterior door panel for a sleek look might soon be a thing of the past – and China's taking the lead in outlawing them.

The rule follows safety concerns that electronic door systems can fail during emergencies, trapping passengers inside vehicles.

China will ban hidden door handles on cars, commonly used on Tesla's electric vehicles and many other EV models, starting next year, due to safety concerns.

Chinas top electric car maker BYD is developing a new model specifically for the Indian market. This move signals BYDs commitment to expanding its presence in India. The company aims for significant overseas growth this year. BYD is focusing on markets outside the US due to tariffs. New hybrid models are also planned to attract a wider customer base.

Following a spate of criticism and reported fatalities, China has become the first nation to ban electric vehicles with concealed

New Chinese rules mandate mechanical door releases on EVs and could reshape vehicle design worldwide

There were accidents where users could not open car doors after accidents due to power failures. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Canada and South Korea are working toward a new trade deal that would bring more auto manufacturing to that country.

Demand in a key market is testing its limits