"If you look at what the preliminary evidence is, large SUVs are more likely to kill a child. I know, though, that if you are a child hit by a large SUV, you're 77% more likely to be killed; if you're under nine, three times more likely to be killed. That's a source of concern to me."
"There's been a massive increase in people buying and using these larger SUVs in London. There aren't many farms in London or off-road driving. The consequences of more SUVs could absolutely include slowing down London's bus network, with vehicles too wide to pass on narrow streets."
"Yes, of course, I have an armoured vehicle. But if that's the evidence, I think it's a message I'll be sending to the police as well, saying actually, you do realise, God forbid, if you hit a child in an SUV, you're more likely to kill that child."
London Mayor Sadiq Khan announced plans to discourage large SUVs in the city through potential additional charges and policy measures. The initiative stems from safety data indicating that children struck by large SUVs face significantly higher mortality rates—77% more likely to be killed, and three times more likely if under nine years old. Khan acknowledged his own use of an armoured police vehicle but stated he would encourage the Metropolitan Police to adopt smaller vehicles. Beyond safety concerns, the mayor highlighted impacts on congestion and parking, noting that many SUVs are too wide for London's narrow streets and parking spaces. Transport for London is analyzing comprehensive policy options following the launch of an updated Vision Zero plan aimed at eliminating road deaths.
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