Xiaomi launches safety advisory committee after EV accidents in China

Core Viewpoint - Xiaomi is establishing a safety advisory committee to address rising criticism over recent electric vehicle accidents, aiming to enhance vehicle safety and engage with stakeholders [1][1][1] Group 1: Safety Measures and Initiatives - The company will hold regular meetings with car owners, media, and experts to gather suggestions on vehicle safety, with the first session planned for the first half of the year [1][1][1] - Xiaomi has a dedicated safety team of over 3,500 personnel, including an internal investigation center to review accidents [1][1][1] Group 2: Recent Accidents and Responses - A fatal accident involving a Xiaomi SU7 sedan highlighted safety concerns, where the car's doors became inoperable due to a power outage, resulting in the driver's death [1][1][1] - Following the accidents, there are calls for Xiaomi to recall all first-generation SU7s to address safety hazards related to door handles [1][1][1] - The company has issued a software update for over 115,000 SU7s to address assisted driving issues and has discontinued production of the first-generation SU7 [1][1][1] Group 3: Market Position and Future Plans - Deliveries of the SU7, which competes with Tesla's Model 3, have surpassed 381,000 vehicles as of February [1][1][1] - An upgraded version of the SU7, featuring a backup power supply for the doors, is set to launch in April [1][1][1]