Following a tragic accident in Chengdu, where a Xiaomi SU7 Ultra electric car crashed and caught fire, killing one person, a discussion about the safety of modern electric vehicles has erupted in China. According to police, the driver was intoxicated, but public attention has focused on emergency access systems to the cabin.
Amid the discussion, Huawei's CEO, Yu Chengdong, spoke about the company's approach to the safety of cars with HarmonyOS. He emphasized that Aito models use a four-level door locking system and a CPM backup unlocking module, allowing the car to be opened even if the electronics fail.
In addition, Huawei uses the Whale platform with enhanced battery protection and a structure that prevents fire in collisions.
According to Yu, safety is the "greatest luxury," and it should define the standards of the modern automotive industry.
The accident involving the latest 1500-horsepower Xiaomi SU7 Ultra in Chengdu, the largest city in western China, resulted in a severe fire. Numerous videos have appeared online showing the car catching fire after colliding with a median strip.