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Cyclists 44% more likely to be killed by “supersized” SUVs than smaller passenger vehicles, as researchers warn against “proliferation of larger vehicles”

The study, which analysed real-world collision data from almost 700,00 crashes, also found that a child hit by an SUV or light truck driver was 82% more likely to be killed

Mon, May 05, 2025 08:03

Active travel campaigners call for higher taxes on “supersized” SUVs to tackle “carspreading”, claiming they are more dangerous to cyclists and pedestrians and cause more pothole damage

“It’s only fair if you want to buy a massive SUV that you should expect to pay more for the space it takes up,” the campaigners said, pointing out that only 18% don’t want to see additional charges on SUVs

Fri, Apr 04, 2025 06:30

“Increasingly at risk of fatal injuries”: Danger to cyclists posed by larger, heavier cars laid bare by new research

The study found that for a cyclist hit by a pick-up vehicle, the risk of serious injury increases by 90 per cent; the risk of fatal injuries by almost 200 per cent

Thu, Aug 31, 2023 08:40

SUVs more dangerous to cyclists than other cars, study suggests

While cars tend to vault cyclists over, SUVs with large front ends run them down, resulting in more head injuries, according to new research

Fri, Apr 14, 2023 16:42

SUVs ‘eight times more dangerous’ to kids walking or cycling than smaller cars are

US study found SUVs were involved in much fewer crashes than standard cars – but in twice as many fatal ones

Fri, Aug 26, 2022 16:41

Deflated SUV in Primrose Hill via Tyre Extinguishers

Tyre Extinguishers target SUVs on home turf of the ‘Chelsea Tractor’

Campaign to have 4x4s banned from cities undertakes latest direct action in London’s affluent Cheyne Walk

Mon, May 23, 2022 12:38

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Tyre Extinguishers strike again, targeting SUVs in wealthy London areas

120 vehicles had their tyres deflated last night in locations including Primrose Hill and Hampstead

Fri, Apr 22, 2022 19:18

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