SMRTR TechFeb 3, 2026Ars Technica

China bans all retractable car door handles, starting next year

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China will ban retractable car door handles starting next year, requiring mechanical releases that work during crashes without tools. Major automakers including Tesla, BMW, and luxury brands must comply by 2029.

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