Who could possibly have forseen that bigger, heavier vehicles would cause more potholes? It validates the argument for taxing vehicles in proportion to their size and weight.

https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026/apr/11/suv-britain-potholes-worse-scientists-heavier-cars

SUVs are making Britain’s potholes worse, say scientists

Engineers link reduced lifespan of roads to shift to heavier cars, some bought to navigate damaged surfaces

The Guardian