都市车界|新势力造车不能以车主生命为代价试错

Core Viewpoint - The recent accident involving Xiaomi's car in Chengdu highlights not only the safety issues within Xiaomi's vehicles but also reflects broader safety concerns prevalent in the entire new energy vehicle industry [1][10]. Group 1: Safety Concerns - The hidden door handle design of Xiaomi's car hindered rescue efforts during the accident, raising significant safety concerns about such designs that prioritize aesthetics over functionality [2][10]. - The electronic door handles have a success rate of only 67% in side collisions, compared to 98% for traditional mechanical handles, indicating a critical safety gap [2]. - New regulations have been introduced to ensure that car doors can be opened in emergencies, emphasizing that design innovations must not compromise basic safety functions [2][10]. Group 2: Performance vs. Safety - The rapid acceleration capabilities of models like the Xiaomi SU7 pose increased demands on drivers' skills and awareness, potentially turning public roads into race tracks [3][10]. - The demographic of Xiaomi's users shows that 68% are under 35 years old, with a significant portion being inexperienced drivers, raising concerns about their ability to handle high-performance vehicles [3]. - The disparity between the performance of electric vehicles and the safety standards that accompany them could lead to dangerous situations if safety does not keep pace with performance advancements [3][10]. Group 3: Driver Education and Awareness - Many drivers lack adequate understanding of new technologies in electric vehicles, such as energy recovery and single-pedal driving, which can lead to accidents if not properly managed [5][7]. - The misuse of intelligent driving systems, where drivers over-rely on technology, has resulted in serious accidents, highlighting a gap in driver education and awareness [6][8]. - The marketing strategies of some car manufacturers often downplay the need for driver training and safety education, leading to a mismatch between driver capabilities and vehicle technology [7][10]. Group 4: Regulatory Response - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology is seeking to enhance safety requirements for intelligent and connected vehicle production, focusing on improving the capabilities related to network and data security [8][9]. - New regulations aim to address the risks associated with new technologies while optimizing the requirements for different product development characteristics [9]. Group 5: Industry Responsibility - The accident serves as a reminder that new energy vehicle manufacturers must prioritize safety over rapid technological advancements and market competition [10][11]. - Safety should be integrated throughout the entire lifecycle of vehicle production, from design to after-sales service, ensuring that consumer education and feedback mechanisms are robust [10].