China has announced a major safety-driven regulation that will effectively end the use of concealed, flush-mounted door handles on electric vehicles sold in the country. The new rules, issued by the ...

China is set to curb one of the most popular design elements seen on modern cars, especially electric cars. These are flush or hidden door handles. Starting January 1, 2027, all new passenger vehicles ...

China bans hidden door handles over safety concerns in power-loss crash scenarios. With more countries to follow suit, this might be the end of the line for electrically-operated door handles.

As technology in vehicles continues to trend toward science fiction, car doors have started to be integrated into the vehicles themselves for sleeker designs. Modern vehicles like the Tesla Model S ...

Power-operated handles that sit flush with car doors have become a growing feature of modern vehicles thanks to electric vehicle designers seeking to chase aerodynamic efficiency and improved driving ...

In a move we at Driving think is long overdue, China will ban “hidden” door handles on all cars sold in that country due to safety concerns. This type of exterior handle lies flush with the door and ...

From sleek concealed Euro hinges to decorative surface mounts, the right cabinet hinge can transform both the look and feel of your space. Soft-close options add quiet luxury and protect your ...

China’s decision to ban flush car door handles is likely to affect global auto design. Door handle design is an area where not only aesthetics but also functional factors such as aerodynamics are ...

Tesla does build its cars with a manual door release in case of emergencies, but owners have complained that these can be hard to find.