Instead of a simple, familiar mechanical latch, it’s now common for a car’s exterior door handles to remain flush against the door until the car is unlocked, requiring an electric motor to open. On ...

In some ways, the humble door handles we use to open our vehicles haven’t changed much in over five decades. In others, today’s modern handles represent a leap forward in technology. In the formative ...

Sleek flush door handles can make electric vehicles look futuristic, but in a collision, that design choice can become a dangerous obstacle. Safety experts warn that these electronically operated ...