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The average car purchased in 2023 emits higher levels of carbon dioxide (CO₂) than its 2013 equivalent. This is due to the large proportion of SUVs in the mix, which tend to be bigger and heavier. (english.elpais.com)
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[–] erwan@lemmy.ml 6 points 1 year ago (2 children)

People like to be higher on the road, especially higher than other people.

[–] applejacks@lemmy.world 6 points 1 year ago

I guess I understand the desire, but I feel the opposite.

The few times I've driven trucks or vans, I felt really uncomfortable, like I might accidentally run over something without noticing it.

[–] br3d@lemmy.world 3 points 1 year ago

There are 7 billion people. How exactly are we going to have a system where they all try to be the highest?