China has banned hidden retractable car door handles. How are they dangerous – and what will Australia do?

The handles, which were popularised by Elon Musk’s Tesla EVs, have a record of failing and trapping passengers inside burning vehicles during deadly accidentsFollow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThey used to be a novelty in Australia: the futuristic, flush-mounted car door handles favoured by Elon Musk’s Tesla.However while the design – popularised with the Tesla Model S in 2012 and since adopted by other manufacturers – might look sleek, it may not be great in an emergency. Continue reading...