Bei Ke Cai Jing·2025-05-09 11:42Core Viewpoint - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) is initiating a revision of the national standard for automotive door handles due to safety concerns associated with hidden door handles widely used in electric vehicles. The proposed standards aim to enhance safety features, ensuring that door systems can be opened in emergencies such as power failure or collisions [1][4][17]. Group 1: Safety Concerns - Hidden door handles have been linked to various safety issues, including insufficient strength, potential control logic risks, and difficulties in operation due to lack of visible markings, which can hinder escape during emergencies [4][9][16]. - Incidents have occurred where hidden door handles contributed to rescue difficulties, such as a serious accident involving a Wanjie M7 Plus, where the door handle failed to operate after a high-speed collision, complicating rescue efforts [4][5][6]. - The MIIT's proposed standards will include requirements for mechanical or power failure protection to ensure door systems remain operable during accidents, thereby facilitating rescue and escape [8][9][17]. Group 2: Industry Response - The automotive industry is recognizing the need to shift from a focus on aesthetic and technological appeal of hidden door handles to prioritizing safety. Companies like BYD and Great Wall Motors are actively participating in the development of safety standards [16][17]. - There have been calls from industry leaders to improve the design of hidden door handles to enhance usability in various conditions, including extreme weather [16][17]. - The trend towards hidden door handles has been driven by their sleek design and perceived technological advantages, but the recent focus on safety may lead to a reevaluation of their design priorities [10][11][14].