Core Viewpoint - Huawei's new vehicle, the Aito M7, emphasizes safety as the most important aspect of automotive design, aligning with the company's strategic vision [2] Group 1: Product Features - The Aito M7 features a passenger cabin structure made of 100% hot-formed steel, complemented by aluminum alloy front and rear crash beams and a ten-grid aluminum alloy threshold [2] - The vehicle is equipped with nine airbags, including dual-chamber far-end airbags and a 2.68-meter extra-long side curtain airbag [2] - It includes dual pre-tension adaptive limit seat belts for the driver and passenger, and a triple safety unlocking redundancy design [2] Group 2: Safety Performance - The Aito M7 successfully completed extreme safety tests, including a continuous 8-ton truck rear-end collision and a 23-ton heavy truck overhead pressure test [2] - The vehicle's rear-end safety and roof crush resistance capabilities exceed the new national standards by three times, and it surpasses national standards in multi-vehicle accident scenarios [2]

Core Viewpoint - Tesla, a leading automaker known for its hidden door handles, has decided to redesign its door handle system due to pressure from safety authorities, aiming to make it more intuitive for passengers to operate in emergencies [4][25]. Group 1: Historical Context of Hidden Door Handles - The concept of hidden door handles dates back to the 1950s with the Mercedes-Benz 300 SL, which aimed for a sleek design and speed [11]. - Tesla's Model S introduced an automatic retractable door handle in 2012, which was revolutionary at the time and contributed to the brand's allure [15]. Group 2: User Experience and Challenges - The hidden door handles have become a source of frustration for users, particularly for those unfamiliar with the mechanism, leading to a high educational cost for new users [6][8]. - Various designs of hidden door handles have emerged, complicating user interaction and causing confusion among passengers [18][19]. Group 3: Safety Concerns - Incidents involving hidden door handles have raised significant safety concerns, particularly in emergency situations where rescuers struggled to open the doors [25][29]. - Notable accidents, such as the Tesla Model S crash in Texas, highlighted the potential dangers of hidden door handles, prompting investigations by safety authorities [25][30]. Group 4: Industry Response and Future Trends - In response to safety issues, there are indications that regulatory bodies may consider banning traditional hidden door handles in the Chinese market [35]. - Many automakers are already shifting back to more traditional door handle designs that combine electronic and mechanical unlocking mechanisms for improved usability and safety [39].

Core Points - Tesla is under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) due to door defects, which could lead to a global recall of approximately 174,000 vehicles if deemed a safety threat [1][2] - The investigation focuses on the 2021 Model Y, with reports of electronic door handles failing to operate, causing incidents where owners were locked out of their vehicles [2][3] - NHTSA has received over 140 consumer complaints since 2018 regarding door malfunctions, including serious incidents related to power failures [1][2] Group 1: Investigation and Complaints - The NHTSA investigation involves about 174,000 Tesla vehicles, particularly the 2021 Model Y, due to issues with electronic door handles [2] - Reports indicate that some owners were locked out of their vehicles due to the failure of electronic door handles, with incidents involving children being trapped inside [2][3] - Initial findings suggest that low battery voltage may be a cause of the door handle failures, with no warning indicators for the owners [2][3] Group 2: Regulatory Response and Industry Impact - The Chinese government is moving towards banning fully hidden door handles, which are common in electric vehicles priced above 200,000 yuan, due to safety concerns [4][5] - The Ministry of Industry and Information Technology in China has proposed new safety standards for car door handles, focusing on emergency access and mechanical redundancy [5][6] - The potential ban on fully hidden door handles is expected to take effect in July 2027, allowing only semi-hidden and traditional mechanical handles [6] Group 3: Tesla's Market Performance - Tesla has experienced significant declines in sales and revenue, with a reported 8% drop in vehicle production and a 13.3% decrease in deliveries in the first half of the year [7][8] - In China, Tesla's sales fell by 13.6% in the first seven months of the year, with total sales around 432,000 vehicles [7] - In the European market, Tesla's sales dropped over 40% in July, marking a continuous decline for seven months, while competitors like Volkswagen and BYD are gaining market share [8]

Core Insights - Tesla is redesigning its controversial hidden door handles to integrate electronic and mechanical switches for improved safety during emergencies [2] - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated an investigation into Tesla's door handle issues, particularly focusing on incidents where children were trapped inside vehicles due to malfunctioning electronic door handles [2] - The investigation currently involves approximately 174,300 Tesla Model Y vehicles, with the potential for expansion as more reports are received [2] Company-Specific Developments - Franz von Holzhausen, Tesla's design director, acknowledged the safety concerns associated with the existing hidden door handles, which, while aesthetically pleasing and aerodynamically advantageous, pose significant safety risks in real-world scenarios [2] - NHTSA has received nine reports related to the door handle failures, including instances where owners were locked out of their vehicles and had to break windows to rescue trapped children [2] Industry Trends - The use of hidden door handles has become increasingly popular in the automotive industry due to their aesthetic and aerodynamic benefits, but they have also led to safety concerns, particularly in cold weather and power failure situations [3] - Regulatory bodies in China are also addressing these safety issues, with the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology seeking public input on mandatory national standards for automotive door handle safety, which will cover various aspects including emergency access and structural integrity [3]

Core Viewpoint - Tesla is redesigning its door handle system to merge electronic and manual mechanisms into a single button to address safety concerns regarding passengers being trapped inside the vehicle [1][3][4]. Group 1: Safety Concerns and Regulatory Investigations - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating door defects in approximately 174,000 Tesla vehicles, following over 140 consumer complaints since 2018 regarding door malfunctions, including incidents where passengers were trapped due to power loss [2][9]. - The investigation particularly focuses on the Model Y's external handle failures and incidents involving children being trapped inside vehicles [7][8]. - Critics argue that the hidden door handles complicate rescue efforts and place the burden on passengers unfamiliar with manual unlocking mechanisms [10]. Group 2: Design Improvements - Tesla's design director, Franz von Holzhausen, emphasized the significance of integrating the electronic and manual lock mechanisms into one button, which is currently under research [4][5]. - The existing manual release mechanism is difficult to locate, especially for rear passengers, and varies in position across different models and years [5][6]. - The redesign aims to enhance the intuitiveness of door operation in emergency situations, responding to regulatory concerns about the safety of Tesla's door systems [1][2].

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Core Viewpoint - A safety crisis involving the Tesla Model Y has emerged, triggered by reports of doors failing to open from the outside, leading to children being trapped inside the vehicle [1][3] Group 1: Investigation Details - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has initiated a preliminary investigation based on nine reports from owners of the 2021 Model Y [3] - The most common complaint involves parents being unable to retrieve their children from the back seat, with four cases requiring adults to break windows to rescue trapped children [3] Group 2: Technical Issues - The issue stems from the unique power supply of Tesla's electronic doors, which rely on a 12-volt battery separate from the main vehicle battery; if the 12-volt battery fails, the doors lose functionality [3] - Although there is a manual door opening mechanism, it is too difficult for young children to operate, making self-rescue nearly impossible [3] Group 3: Company Response and Reputation - As of the report's publication, Tesla has not responded to the incident, which undermines CEO Elon Musk's long-standing promotion of Tesla vehicles' high safety standards [3] - Independent safety experts have criticized the design of Tesla's electronic doors, highlighting significant safety risks in emergency situations [3] Group 4: Historical Context - This is not the first investigation by NHTSA into Tesla; a previous investigation was conducted regarding the malfunction of Tesla's driver-assistance system under poor visibility conditions [3]

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Core Viewpoint - The U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is investigating Tesla's electric door locks due to potential defects that could trap passengers inside the vehicle, particularly concerning the 2021 Model Y [1] Investigation Scope and Focus - The investigation will assess the reliability of the power supply used for the door locks and the method Tesla employs to power them [2] - The focus is on the possibility of operating the electric door locks from outside the vehicle, as there is no manual way to open the doors from the outside in case of a power failure [3] Consumer Complaints and Safety Concerns - Since 2018, NHTSA has received over 140 consumer complaints related to Tesla's door malfunctions, with particular concern over failures due to low battery power [1] - Parents have reported being unable to open the doors to retrieve children from the back seat, raising significant safety concerns in emergency situations [1] Manual Release Mechanism - Although Tesla vehicles are equipped with manual release mechanisms, the NHTSA points out that children may not be able to locate or operate these devices [4] - There are calls for regulatory standards to ensure manual release mechanisms are standardized and easily accessible [4] Industry Trends and Global Regulatory Attention - Complaints regarding similar low battery issues affecting door functionality have been reported for other Tesla models, including the 2012 Model S and 2023 Model 3 [5][6] - The design of hidden door handles, pioneered by Tesla, has drawn attention from safety advocates and global regulators, as it complicates rescue efforts [6][7] Regulatory Pressure on Tesla - This investigation adds to the regulatory scrutiny Tesla is already facing regarding its Full Self-Driving (FSD) system and Autopilot features [8]