China has banned flush, electronically-operated door handles in vehicles due to safety concerns after several fatalities. These handles, popularized by Tesla, can fail in accidents, trapping occupants inside. The new law mandates accessible mechanical overrides and clear labeling for all car door handles by 2027.

Tesla's new "Mad Max" driving mode, which allows vehicles to speed aggressively through traffic, is under investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) following numerous complaints about the full self-driving (FSD) feature. Critics argue that this mode poses a safety risk, echoing previous concerns from a failed 2018 beta test of a similar feature. The NHTSA is seeking more information from Tesla regarding this controversial update.