Beijing enlists multiple regulators to probe EV safety issue that raised quality alarms

A joint investigation team including officials from the Cyberspace Administration of China (CAC) and the State Administration for Market Regulation (SAMR) will verify facts regarding reports about brake pedal failures in tests of the Maextro luxury EV.

The three ministry-level authorities have paid close attention to the issue, and relevant information will be released in a timely manner.

Analysts say Chinese authorities will be resolute in addressing concerns about Chinese EV quality and reliability amid a falling domestic market.