Round Table China The flip side of EV innovation
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Nov 13, 2025 The podcast dives into the booming EV scene in China, exploring the innovative designs reshaping automotive interiors. Topics include the resurgence of frunks, their marketing advantages, and practical uses in daily life. Safety concerns swirl around these features, from collision risks to unsecure hoods. Zero-gravity seats raise questions about occupant protection, while invisible door handles face scrutiny after crash tests. The discussion wraps up with insights on how regulators are adapting safety standards to keep pace with these advancements.
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NEV Boom Is Redesigning Cars
- China NEV sales exceeded half of all new car sales, showing rapid EV adoption.
- That market shift is driving radical rethinking of vehicle design and new safety debates.
Frunks Have Historic Precedents
- Frunks are not new: the VW Beetle and Porsche 911 historically used front cargo space.
- High-end sports cars and modern EVs also reuse the front area as useful storage.
Frunk Size Is Becoming A Sales Point
- Chinese EV makers now advertise frunk size as a competitive feature and many new NEVs include sizable front trunks.
- The share of new cars with frunks over 100L jumped sharply within a year.