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My Ride. Our Right Cycling UK campaign

“The UK deserves real transport choice for everyday journeys”: 16 organisations call PM to invest in active travel to combat rising fuel prices

An open letter to the Prime Minister states more support for active travel will reduce the UK’s vulnerability to volatile energy markets

Sat, May 23, 2026 15:32
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Near Miss of the Day 922 pick-up driver

Number of US-style “battering ram” pick-up trucks on UK roads almost doubles in a decade, leading to “parking mayhem and dangerous roads”

“City leaders must act to discourage these menacing vehicles from our streets. How is it acceptable to have a vehicle so tall that children cannot be seen?”

Sat, Jan 31, 2026 14:06
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Modern SUV with a large front-end

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
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“No more giant cars”

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
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