The average size of private cars is increasing which adds extra danger, inefficiencies, and strains on infrastructure. SUVs and utes / trucks are adding more pollution and emissions. Many journeys made by large private vehicles could be achieved with much smaller options.

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America is Exporting One of Its Worst Characteristics. It Has to Do With Cars.

https://slate.com/business/2024/12/giant-cars-suvs-pick-up-trucks-global-europe.html?tpcc=giftedarticle


The rise of the urban light truck: what to do about it? - Greater Auckland

https://www.greaterauckland.org.nz/2021/06/02/the-rise-of-the-urban-light-truck-what-to-do-about-it/

Vehicle hoods are now four inches taller and 22 percent more deadly for pedestrians

https://ssti.us/2024/01/29/vehicle-hoods-are-now-four-inches-taller-and-22-percent-more-deadly-for-pedestrians/


Half of new cars too wide for on-street parking, says new research

https://www.intelligenttransport.com/transport-news/165062/half-new-cars-too-wide-on-street-parking/


The case to ban SUVs | Genesis NZ

https://www.genesisenergy.co.nz/about/sustainability/climate-change-hub/yourself/the-case-to-ban-suvs


Analysis | The real reason trucks have taken over U.S. roadways

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2023/04/07/trucks-outnumber-cars/


You Don't Need A Full-Size Pickup Truck, You Need a Cowboy Costume