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EPISODE · Feb 22, 2026 · 28 MIN

China SHOCK Ban on Electric Door Handles! What Toyota’s New CEO Will Do Next

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China has reportedly moved to ban certain electric / pop-out car door handles — and the move is sending shockwaves through the global automotive industry.In this episode of CTRL ALT Refuel, we break down: • Why China is targeting electric door handles • The safety and reliability concerns behind the decision • What this means for EV manufacturers worldwide • How this impacts UK and European car buyers • And what Toyota’s new CEO could do next with their EV strategyWith electric vehicles evolving rapidly, design choices like flush door handles, software integration, and electronic systems are under more scrutiny than ever. If major markets begin restricting certain features, it could reshape how future EVs are built.We also discuss: • EV safety standards • Government regulation and automotive policy • Toyota’s leadership change and future electrification plans • The wider EV vs petrol & diesel debateIf you’re interested in electric cars, hybrid vehicles, automotive news, UK car industry updates, and honest EV discussions — this episode is for you.👇 Let us know in the comments:Should electric door handles be banned for safety reasons?🔔 Subscribe for weekly UK automotive news & EV debates🎙️ Podcast: CTRL ALT Refuel📍 Covering electric, hybrid, petrol, diesel & hydrogen vehicles

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