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A proposed rulemaking on electronic door handles for new vehicles is now moving through the regulatory process, prompted by safety concerns tied to designs used by Tesla (TSLA) and other automakers.
If finalized, the rule would apply to all new vehicles. The regulatory process is expected to take several years.
Industry-wide reach The proposal targets electronic door handles, a design adopted by Tesla and other manufacturers. Coverage under a final rule, should one be issued, extends to all new vehicles across the market.
This is not a Tesla-specific action. Where the process stands A proposed rulemaking is an early procedural stage. Several years separate this filing from any binding requirement.
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