Tesla Reworks Model Y Door Handles Amid Safety Concerns

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Tesla is redesigning its electronic door handles to make them more intuitive and safer, especially in panic situations, in response to safety investigations and potential regulatory changes in China. The new design will combine electronic and manual release mechanisms into a single button, addressing safety concerns raised by recent incidents.
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- Tesla redesigning door handles that drew scrutiny over safety, Bloomberg News reports Reuters
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