成都小米SU7车祸通报来了！股价大跌

Core Viewpoint - A serious traffic accident involving a Xiaomi SU7 vehicle in Chengdu has led to the death of the driver and a significant drop in Xiaomi's stock price, raising concerns about vehicle safety and design features [2][5]. Incident Details - The accident occurred on October 13, where a Xiaomi SU7 collided with a central green belt and caught fire, resulting in the driver's death. The driver was found to be under the influence of alcohol [2][7]. - Initial investigations revealed that the vehicle was traveling at high speeds, between 100 km/h and 150 km/h, and exhibited erratic behavior before the crash [10]. - Eyewitness accounts indicated that the driver was shouting inside the vehicle prior to the incident, and the car was unable to be opened by rescuers due to its design [10][12]. Vehicle Design Concerns - The Xiaomi SU7 features a semi-hidden door handle design that requires a specific action to unlock, which may have hindered rescue efforts after the accident. The electronic locking mechanism could fail if the vehicle's power system was compromised during the crash [14][15]. - This incident has reignited discussions about the safety of electronic door handles in vehicles, especially in emergency situations where manual access is critical [15]. - Previous incidents involving the Xiaomi SU7 have raised similar concerns, including a fire in March 2025 that resulted in fatalities due to the inability to open the doors after the vehicle lost power [15][16]. Stock Market Impact - Following the accident, Xiaomi's stock price fell significantly, with a drop of over 8% during trading, ultimately closing down 5.71% at 49.08 HKD per share [5].