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from Streetsblog
4 weeks ago

Six Reasons Why a Big Truck, SUV or Van is More Likely to Kill You in a Crash - Streetsblog USA

The average American automobile size has increased significantly, contributing to pedestrian and cyclist fatalities.
from InsideEVs
1 month ago

The Feds Are Targeting Giant Vehicles. What Does It Mean For EVs?

Increased vehicle safety technology has not prevented rising deaths from car accidents, particularly involving pedestrians and cyclists due to the growth in larger vehicles.

Six Reasons Why a Big Truck, SUV or Van is More Likely to Kill You in a Crash - Streetsblog USA

The average American automobile size has increased significantly, contributing to pedestrian and cyclist fatalities.

The Feds Are Targeting Giant Vehicles. What Does It Mean For EVs?

Increased vehicle safety technology has not prevented rising deaths from car accidents, particularly involving pedestrians and cyclists due to the growth in larger vehicles.
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#electric-vehicles

2024 Cadillac Lyriq Review - Yanko Design

The Cadillac Lyriq blends wagon characteristics into an SUV form, emphasizing luxury and unique design despite the challenges faced by traditional wagons.

This Transforming Chinese EV Pickup Is The Tesla Cybertruck Done Right

The Changan Nevo E07 represents China's competitive edge in the EV market with its distinctive design and features.

Here Are All The Upcoming Off-Road Electric Crossovers And SUVs

EV consumers are increasingly favoring crossovers and SUVs, prompting manufacturers to focus on off-road EV options.
Several off-road EV models are available, with more set to launch in the coming years.

Updated Tesla Model Y Will Come As A Six-Seater In China: Report

Tesla is developing a six-seater Model Y for the Chinese market to boost sales.

I drove Nissan's stylish $50,000 Ariya SUV. These 20 features make it a special EV.

The Nissan Ariya is a stylish and competitive compact electric SUV that offers comfort and excellent value in the growing EV market.

The Hardest Sell in American Car Culture

Ford is shifting focus to small electric cars despite the U.S. market's strong preference for SUVs and trucks.

2024 Cadillac Lyriq Review - Yanko Design

The Cadillac Lyriq blends wagon characteristics into an SUV form, emphasizing luxury and unique design despite the challenges faced by traditional wagons.

This Transforming Chinese EV Pickup Is The Tesla Cybertruck Done Right

The Changan Nevo E07 represents China's competitive edge in the EV market with its distinctive design and features.

Here Are All The Upcoming Off-Road Electric Crossovers And SUVs

EV consumers are increasingly favoring crossovers and SUVs, prompting manufacturers to focus on off-road EV options.
Several off-road EV models are available, with more set to launch in the coming years.

Updated Tesla Model Y Will Come As A Six-Seater In China: Report

Tesla is developing a six-seater Model Y for the Chinese market to boost sales.

I drove Nissan's stylish $50,000 Ariya SUV. These 20 features make it a special EV.

The Nissan Ariya is a stylish and competitive compact electric SUV that offers comfort and excellent value in the growing EV market.

The Hardest Sell in American Car Culture

Ford is shifting focus to small electric cars despite the U.S. market's strong preference for SUVs and trucks.
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#automotive

What I Wish I Knew Before I Bought a Range Rover Classic

The Range Rover Classic is increasingly popular among collectors, due to its affordability and classic appeal.

Audi replaces its bestseller-here's the next Q5 SUV

Luxury automakers are shifting focus from sedans to SUVs, with Audi's new Q5 highlighting this trend in response to consumer preferences.

What I Wish I Knew Before I Bought a Range Rover Classic

The Range Rover Classic is increasingly popular among collectors, due to its affordability and classic appeal.

Audi replaces its bestseller-here's the next Q5 SUV

Luxury automakers are shifting focus from sedans to SUVs, with Audi's new Q5 highlighting this trend in response to consumer preferences.
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#nhtsa
from The Verge
1 month ago
Cars

The US finally takes aim at truck bloat

NHTSA proposes new vehicle design rules to reduce pedestrian deaths, targeting large SUVs and trucks for the first time.

New pedestrian safety rules target big SUVs and pickup trucks

NHTSA proposes new rules to enhance safety for pedestrians by reducing injuries from larger vehicles like SUVs and trucks.

The US finally takes aim at truck bloat

NHTSA proposes new vehicle design rules to reduce pedestrian deaths, targeting large SUVs and trucks for the first time.

New pedestrian safety rules target big SUVs and pickup trucks

NHTSA proposes new rules to enhance safety for pedestrians by reducing injuries from larger vehicles like SUVs and trucks.
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#consumer-preferences
from PortlandTribune.com
2 months ago
Cars

2024 Mercedes AMG GLC43 Coupe SUV drives like a sports car

SUVs offer practicality and functionality but lack the driving excitement of traditional cars, prompting manufacturers to create performance-oriented models.

This Is the Best-Selling SUV in Your State

SUVs dominate the U.S. vehicle market, making up 80% of sales in 2023, up from 47% in 2019.

2024 Mercedes AMG GLC43 Coupe SUV drives like a sports car

SUVs offer practicality and functionality but lack the driving excitement of traditional cars, prompting manufacturers to create performance-oriented models.

This Is the Best-Selling SUV in Your State

SUVs dominate the U.S. vehicle market, making up 80% of sales in 2023, up from 47% in 2019.
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Lincoln Nautilus is the unexpected luxury SUV

Lincoln focuses on catering to current market trends with the Nautilus, prioritizing compact and midsize SUVs.

Hyundai's Extended-Range EVs May Include Trucks, Santa Fe, Genesis GV70

Hyundai plans to develop extended-range electric vehicles (EREVs) to reduce range anxiety.
EREVs will include pickup trucks and SUVs like the Santa Fe and Genesis GV70.
The EREV technology allows solely electric propulsion with a gas engine backup.
#auto-industry

2024 Toyota RAV4 Woodland Edition Review : A True Adventure Upgrade or Just a Facelift - Yanko Design

The RAV4 Woodland Edition is a visually striking SUV that balances aesthetic appeal with functional upgrades for adventure seekers.

There's a Clear Reason Cars Got So Dangerous. We're Not Ready to Face It.

SUVs are two to three times more likely than sedans to kill pedestrians in a collision.
The size of American automobiles has been continually expanding, with SUVs and trucks now comprising more than 80% of new car sales.

2024 Toyota RAV4 Woodland Edition Review : A True Adventure Upgrade or Just a Facelift - Yanko Design

The RAV4 Woodland Edition is a visually striking SUV that balances aesthetic appeal with functional upgrades for adventure seekers.

There's a Clear Reason Cars Got So Dangerous. We're Not Ready to Face It.

SUVs are two to three times more likely than sedans to kill pedestrians in a collision.
The size of American automobiles has been continually expanding, with SUVs and trucks now comprising more than 80% of new car sales.
moreauto-industry

Save Your Money, Don't Buy a Chevy Tahoe From These Years

Avoid 2007 and 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe models due to severe electrical issues. Opt for 2020 model for reliability and low complaints.
#environmental-impact

Yes, Lego car!': why small electric cars could be about to break the grip of SUVs

Microlino electric car by Micro stands out among SUVs, highlighting the demand for larger cars despite environmental concerns.

UK a tax haven' for polluting SUVs, says green thinktank

Low taxation in the UK on petrol SUVs attracts more large, polluting luxury cars than many European countries.
Britain's VED charge does little to encourage buying environmentally friendly cars, leading to a high market share of higher-polluting vehicles.

Parisians to vote on raising parking fees for SUVs

Parisians will vote on whether to triple the cost of parking SUVs in the city.
Opponents argue that the proposal is manipulative and unfairly targets certain vehicles.

Yes, Lego car!': why small electric cars could be about to break the grip of SUVs

Microlino electric car by Micro stands out among SUVs, highlighting the demand for larger cars despite environmental concerns.

UK a tax haven' for polluting SUVs, says green thinktank

Low taxation in the UK on petrol SUVs attracts more large, polluting luxury cars than many European countries.
Britain's VED charge does little to encourage buying environmentally friendly cars, leading to a high market share of higher-polluting vehicles.

Parisians to vote on raising parking fees for SUVs

Parisians will vote on whether to triple the cost of parking SUVs in the city.
Opponents argue that the proposal is manipulative and unfairly targets certain vehicles.
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Volkswagen is delaying its ID.7 electric sedan in North America

Volkswagen's ID.7 sedan won't arrive in the US due to market dynamics favoring SUVs over sedans.
#climate-crisis

Spoof public health campaign calls for SUV ad ban

Climate campaign group Badvertising has launched a satirical campaign calling for a ban on advertising SUVs.
The campaign claims that SUVs produce 20% more CO2 emissions than conventional cars.

Parisians vote in favour of tripling parking costs for SUVs

Parisians vote to triple parking costs for SUVs in an effort to tackle air pollution and climate breakdown.
The move is seen as a form of social justice, targeting rich drivers of heavy and polluting cars.

Spoof public health campaign calls for SUV ad ban

Climate campaign group Badvertising has launched a satirical campaign calling for a ban on advertising SUVs.
The campaign claims that SUVs produce 20% more CO2 emissions than conventional cars.

Parisians vote in favour of tripling parking costs for SUVs

Parisians vote to triple parking costs for SUVs in an effort to tackle air pollution and climate breakdown.
The move is seen as a form of social justice, targeting rich drivers of heavy and polluting cars.
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#paris

London campaigners hail tripled parking charges for SUV drivers in Paris

Paris has voted to triple parking charges for SUVs in an effort to discourage drivers from bringing the large vehicles into the city center.
55% of people voting in a referendum backed increasing charges for SUVs to improve the environment and discourage suburban motorists from driving into the city center.

Will Paris Voters Make SUV Drivers Pay More For Parking - And Will American Cities Follow Their Lead? - Streetsblog USA

Parisians are voting on a measure to increase parking prices for SUVs and electric cars over 4400 pounds in the city center.
Larger cars take up more space, damage roadways, and are more polluting and dangerous than smaller vehicles.

Paris residents set to vote on plan to triple parking charges for SUVs

Green activists in Paris are pushing for a vote to triple parking charges for SUVs in an effort to tackle air pollution.
The vote is being closely watched by other cities such as London, which may introduce a similar SUV parking charge.

Paris city hall targets SUVs with referendum on higher parking fees

Paris may triple parking fees for SUVs in an effort to combat pollution and prioritize pedestrian safety.
The plan would charge non-Parisians with SUVs over 1.6 tonnes 18 euros ($19.60) to park in the city center for an hour.

London campaigners hail tripled parking charges for SUV drivers in Paris

Paris has voted to triple parking charges for SUVs in an effort to discourage drivers from bringing the large vehicles into the city center.
55% of people voting in a referendum backed increasing charges for SUVs to improve the environment and discourage suburban motorists from driving into the city center.

Will Paris Voters Make SUV Drivers Pay More For Parking - And Will American Cities Follow Their Lead? - Streetsblog USA

Parisians are voting on a measure to increase parking prices for SUVs and electric cars over 4400 pounds in the city center.
Larger cars take up more space, damage roadways, and are more polluting and dangerous than smaller vehicles.

Paris residents set to vote on plan to triple parking charges for SUVs

Green activists in Paris are pushing for a vote to triple parking charges for SUVs in an effort to tackle air pollution.
The vote is being closely watched by other cities such as London, which may introduce a similar SUV parking charge.

Paris city hall targets SUVs with referendum on higher parking fees

Paris may triple parking fees for SUVs in an effort to combat pollution and prioritize pedestrian safety.
The plan would charge non-Parisians with SUVs over 1.6 tonnes 18 euros ($19.60) to park in the city center for an hour.
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London could introduce SUV parking charge, Sadiq Khan indicates

London may introduce a parking charge for SUVs, following Paris's plan to triple levies for large vehicles.
Research shows that SUVs are a cause of rising transport pollution and have higher carbon emissions compared to traditional models.

New cars in EU and UK growing 1cm wider every two years, shows report

New cars in the EU and UK have grown 1cm wider every two years, driven by large SUVs.
Big cars are more dangerous in crashes, emit more toxic gas, and take up more space on roads.
#SUVs

What's News, Breaking: Friday, December 1, 2023

Adam's press secretary was a foreign agent for a Turkish trade group in 2021
Mayor's new strategy on traffic safety includes better intersection 'daylighting'

Motor emissions could have fallen by over 30% without SUV trend, report says

Emissions from the motor sector could have fallen by more than 30% between 2010 and 2022 if vehicles had stayed the same size.
The trend for SUVs has led to an increase in the average size and weight of cars, reducing the rate of energy intensity reductions.
The report calls for governments to place restrictions on vehicle sizes to reverse the SUV trend.

Truck bloat is killing us, new crash data reveals

Crashes involving taller vehicles are 45% more likely to result in a fatality compared to vehicles with lower hood heights.
Pedestrian fatalities in the US are at a 40-year high, and the number of pedestrians killed has increased by 80% since 2009.
The auto industry is producing larger and taller SUVs and trucks, while car buyers are increasingly purchasing these vehicles in record numbers.

What's News, Breaking: Friday, December 1, 2023

Adam's press secretary was a foreign agent for a Turkish trade group in 2021
Mayor's new strategy on traffic safety includes better intersection 'daylighting'

Motor emissions could have fallen by over 30% without SUV trend, report says

Emissions from the motor sector could have fallen by more than 30% between 2010 and 2022 if vehicles had stayed the same size.
The trend for SUVs has led to an increase in the average size and weight of cars, reducing the rate of energy intensity reductions.
The report calls for governments to place restrictions on vehicle sizes to reverse the SUV trend.

Truck bloat is killing us, new crash data reveals

Crashes involving taller vehicles are 45% more likely to result in a fatality compared to vehicles with lower hood heights.
Pedestrian fatalities in the US are at a 40-year high, and the number of pedestrians killed has increased by 80% since 2009.
The auto industry is producing larger and taller SUVs and trucks, while car buyers are increasingly purchasing these vehicles in record numbers.
moreSUVs

2025 Toyota Crown Signia makes station wagons great again

Wagons have been serving the SUV function for almost a century, appealing to those desiring a car's handling with cargo capacity.
The newly launched Crown Signia by Toyota was reviewed as the best new station wagon in the market despite being labeled as a crossover SUV.
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