No worries about collision issues! Xiaomi: Safety Considered in Design of All CarIoT In-Vehicle Devices

On April 13th, Xiaomi, known for its smartphone roots and rich ecosystem of smart devices, introduced a plethora of external accessories with its first car, the SU7, such as dual dashboards, phone holders, and external physical buttons.

Previously, many netizens expressed concerns about the potential harm to individuals from these external devices in the event of a collision, raising safety issues. In its latest Q&A, Xiaomi stated that all CarIoT in-car smart devices sold on the Xiaomi Mall have been designed with considerations for industrial design, reliability, and safety performance from the outset.

However, to ensure that all CarIoT in-car smart devices meet their design expectations, users need to ensure secure installation during use.

Xiaomi reminds users that all CarIoT in-car smart devices should be installed according to the instruction manual and screws should be tightened (if applicable).

When using the 1/4-inch standard interface on the right side of the dashboard, ensure that the passenger seat is unoccupied.

When using the phone holder, ensure that the phone is placed correctly. Additionally, Xiaomi reminds that when driving, one should also be cautious about potential safety hazards when placing or installing third-party devices inside the car, such as:

• Avoid placing or attaching items on the dashboard. In the event of front airbag deployment, items on the dashboard could be propelled at high speed towards the occupants, posing a secondary injury risk.
• When placing suction cups on the front windshield, sunroof, side windows, etc., avoid the airbag deployment areas.
• Do not use seat covers that have not been safety-certified by the manufacturer. Seat covers may affect the normal deployment of central and side airbags.
• Place heavy items such as luggage in the trunk rather than on the rear seats. During sudden braking or frontal collision, the inertia can cause luggage in the rear to swiftly propel towards the front seats, posing a secondary injury risk.