The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is reviewing potential regulations for car door safety after incidents involving fatal crashes where occupants or rescuers were unable to open the doors of Tesla vehicles. The proposed rules would mandate clear mechanical release mechanisms. However, the implementation of any new standards may take several years.
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NHTSA Evaluates Potential New Safety Regulations for Car Doors Following Tesla Incidents
The NHTSA is considering new safety regulations for car doors in response to fatal crashes involving Tesla vehicles where doors could not be opened. Proposed rules would require visible mechanical release mechanisms, but any new standards may take years to implement.
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