Core Points - A lawsuit has been filed against Tesla by the parents of a 19-year-old college student, Krysta, claiming design defects in the Cybertruck led to her death in a car fire after an accident [1][2] - The accident involved a drunk and drugged driver operating the Cybertruck at over 80 mph (approximately 129 km/h), resulting in a crash that trapped passengers inside the vehicle [1] - The Cybertruck's door design, which lacks external handles and relies on an electronic button, has raised safety concerns, particularly in emergency situations where power loss may render the button inoperable [2][4] Company and Industry Insights - Tesla's design choice of hidden door handles, while aesthetically pleasing and reducing drag, poses challenges for users, especially in emergencies where quick access is critical [4][5] - The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has received over 140 complaints regarding Tesla's door mechanisms failing to open after accidents, highlighting a significant safety issue [2][6] - Tesla is reportedly redesigning the door handle system to improve emergency accessibility, combining electronic and manual unlocking features [6] - As of October 2, Tesla's stock price was $429.83 per share, with a market capitalization of approximately $1.43 trillion, reflecting a decline of 6.45% over two trading days [7]

Core Viewpoint - The safety issues related to hidden door handles in vehicles have gained significant attention, prompting the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology to solicit opinions on the mandatory national standard for automotive door handle safety requirements [2][3]. Summary by Sections Safety Concerns - Hidden door handles have been found to have insufficient strength, potential safety risks in control logic, difficulty in operation due to lack of visible markings, failure during power outages, and risks of pinching, which pose potential escape and rescue risks during accidents such as collisions and fires [2][3]. Regulatory Developments - The document outlines the need to enhance the safety logic of external door handles in scenarios like collisions and vehicle fires, ensuring that door systems can be opened during power outages or accidents to facilitate rescue and escape [3]. Design and Functionality - Various automotive companies have adopted different designs for hidden door handles, such as Tesla's fully hidden handles and Xiaomi's semi-hidden design. While these designs aim to attract customers, they may hinder timely access to emergency handles during accidents [4][5]. Industry Perspectives - Industry leaders have expressed concerns regarding hidden door handles, noting that the lack of standardization in their design and emergency opening mechanisms complicates their use in emergencies. Some argue that the primary benefit of hidden handles is aesthetic, with minimal impact on aerodynamic efficiency [5].

近年来，隐藏式门把手在交通碰撞事故中频频出现无法打开的情况。 汽车车门把手安全问题愈发引起重视。5月8日，工信部公开征集对《汽车车门把手安全技术要求》强制 性国家标准制修订计划项目的意见。根据标准化工作的总体安排，现将申请立项的《汽车车门把手安全 技术要求》强制性国家标准制修订计划项目予以公示，截止日期为2025年6月7日。 上述文件提及，隐藏式车门把手在市场应用过程中暴露出以下问题：强度不足、控制逻辑潜在安全风 险、识别操作难（隐蔽无标志）、断电失效、夹手等，潜在逃生、救援风险。这些问题带来了潜在的逃 生与救援风险。如：碰撞、起火等事故中，造成断电现象，使电动式外门把手、电动式车门内把手失 效，增大救援及逃生阻碍；无明显、统一标志，增加紧急情况下的操作难度。 文件提到，从救援逃生角度，强化汽车车门外把手在碰撞以及车辆起火等事故场景的安全逻辑，增加机 械或者断电保护等安全冗余设计要求，保证断电、碰撞等事故中车门系统能够开启，从而进行救援及逃 生活动；保证翻滚、坠落事故中，能够防止门把手的误作用，从而降低乘员跌落风险；规范隐藏式车门 内把手、应急式车门内把手易于识别的安全标志，保证标志可见性，从而降低乘员紧急情 ...