Paris Considers Ban on Heavy SUVs to Reduce Traffic and Accidents

A proposed law aims to empower local councils to restrict large SUVs in cities for safety and environmental reasons.

The draft law targets petrol and diesel SUVs over 1.7 tonnes and electric SUVs over 2 tonnes, citing safety and environmental concerns.
Recent incidents, including the death of a cyclist, have intensified calls to limit SUV presence in urban areas.
Proponents argue that large SUVs contribute to higher accident rates and increased carbon emissions compared to smaller vehicles.
Opposition exists, with some arguing that families rely on SUVs for practical reasons, especially outside city centers.
The proposal faces challenges in the conservative-dominated Senate, but similar measures may be introduced in the National Assembly.