The US isn\u2019t the only country banning Tesla-style electric door handles<\/h3>\n
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The United States isn\u2019t the only country considering a ban on electric car door handles. The European Union and Singapore are both considering similar legislation. In early February 2026, China became the first nation to ban<\/a> the door handle style and it looks like other countries are following in its footsteps, as predicted.<\/p>\n China\u2019s ban lays out very specific requirements for car door handles, which go beyond \u201cit must be easy to see and mechanically operated.\u201d On the outside of the door, the handle must be inside a recessed space that measures at least 6cm (2 in) by 2cm by 2.5cm. Signs measuring 1cm by 0.7cm must be placed inside the door to illustrate how to open it.<\/p>\n There are some benefits to electronic door handles. Because they\u2019re usually flush with the door, they tend to be more aerodynamic than traditional handle shapes. This could be particularly important for EVs, as any aerodynamic gain translates to better range, which in turn can lead to better overall battery life.<\/p>\n With that being said, the aerodynamic gains might be pretty minor, and it\u2019s easy to argue that the safety aspect should outweigh a marginal boost in efficiency. Plus, Uber customers who\u2019ve spent time standing and staring confused at a Tesla\u2019s door will probably be happy that a ban is being considered.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" A bill that could ban Tesla-style electric door handles on cars has passed a crucial step in Congress. The Securing … <\/p>\n