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cross-posted from: https://piefed.world/c/fuckcars/p/1213099/experts-lead-call-for-tougher-restrictions-on-suvs-as-public-fail-to-understand-risks-of

Even after being told that SUVs pose increased risks to vulnerable road users, just 3.6% of people who intended to buy or lease an SUV as their next car said they would change their mind.

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[–] Leviathan@lemmy.world 11 points 4 days ago

Maybe pass some fucking laws and get rid of the light truck exemption?

[–] galmuth@feddit.uk 1 points 3 days ago

It's not just that they don't understand the risks, they also plain don't care about the risks.

Because the risks are to other people, not them.

[–] dbdr@nord.pub 2 points 4 days ago