China has banned hidden retractable car door handles. How are they dangerous – and will Australia follow their lead?
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Source: Guardian Australia
Published: 2026-08-02 06:00 UTC+10:00
Section: Transport
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Transport, Asia, Australia, China, World News, Asia Pacific
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The handles, which were popularised by Elon Musk’s Tesla EVs, have a record of failing and trapping passengers inside burning vehicles during deadly accidents
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