Mastodawn

@kimu Our least favorite of Monterey’s cabinet wrap signs: https://bikemonterey.org/making-eye-contact-with-drivers-vehicle-size-and-other-perils.html

#cycling #biking #BikeTooter #EyeContact #DistractedDrivers #TintedGlass #VehicleSize #SUV #Truck #OversizedCars

Alexandre Michel Aug 27, 2024

Congress has introduced the Pedestrian Safety Act to address rising deaths linked to the increasing size of vehicles. Over the past decade, the size of vehicles have grown significantly, leading to more fatalities. The bill proposes federal standards for height and visibility to enhance safety. It also aims to improve existing safety measures and address the broader impacts of larger vehicles, including road wear and CO2 emissions. https://www.planetizen.com/news/2024/08/131324-congress-introduces-bill-limit-size-suvs-and-trucks #VehicleSize #Transportation

Congress Introduces Bill to Limit Size of SUVs and Trucks

Lawmakers want the federal government to set standards for vehicle height and visibility to combat the sharp rise in pedestrian deaths over the past decade.

Andreas Fornberg 👑Jun 8, 2024

#memes #25years #40years #vehicles #VehicleSize

Kevin Curry Nov 14, 2023

"The increasing size of vehicles, particularly SUVs and trucks, has raised concerns for cyclists and pedestrians. Learn how this trend affects road safety and the environment in our latest blog post. Find out more: https://t.co/gygVbgBQYU #vehiclesize #roadsafety"

Tab Combs Mar 30, 2023

I don't understand why DC's #VehicleSize #tax isn't the norm. Large #vehicles are freeloaders. Their weight accelerates pavement wear, increasing road maintenance cost. Their length reduces space available for other cars, increasing congestion. Their width increases the risk of sideswipe collisions. Their height increases the risk of fatalities & serious injuries when crashes do happen.
It's ridiculous we don't charge extra for all that.

#VisionZero #SafeStreetsForAll https://www.washingtonpost.com/transportation/2022/06/25/dc-higher-vehicle-registration-fees/

D.C. drivers will pay higher car registration fees under new policy

Some vehicle owners will see a 200 percent increase in their vehicle fees and pay as much as $500 annually per car.

The Washington Post

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Fabio Romeo Feb 12, 2023

@DrTCombs I saw one of these abominations down here in Brazil and Jesus Christ. You have to be a major asshole to daily drive what is essentially a Heavy Truck for us here.

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