Study warns rising car sizes may cause 2,600 more crash deaths annually
A study found that continued growth in car sizes in Europe could lead to an additional 2,600 crash deaths annually by 2040. The analysis showed that since 2000, vehicles have increased by an average of 1.2cm each year, raising safety and environmental concerns. Researchers warn this trend threatens urban space and public safety significantly.
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Published 24 Jun 2026, 10:11 UTC · Updated 24 Jun 2026, 10:40 UTC
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