China's Safety Imperative Sparks Electric Vehicle Overhaul The sudden convergence of safety concerns, regulatory crackdowns, and massive recalls in China's electric vehicle market serves as a stark reminder that even cutting edge technology can fall short when it comes to human life.
Tesla's record 3 million car recall over a door handle issue is merely the tip of the iceberg, as Chinese authorities move to ban retractable door handles altogether.
This regulatory pushback is not new, but its timing and scope are unprecedented.