[jdadj]

Lots of cars have mechanical latches that automatically lock when driving over 10mph.

I’ve heard a lot of complaints about the safety of non-mechanical doors. But are these auto-locking mechanical doors any better?

[orwin]

The autolock disengage either 5 seconds after the airbags, or when current is cut. I think autolock feature is mandatory in the EU, as keeping doors close during a crash help with structural integrity.