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Houston banned riding e-scooters at night and might ban them entirely in the downtown area (www.houstonpublicmedia.org)
submitted 11 months ago by to c/texas@lemmy.world
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[–] 3 points 11 months ago* (2 children)

And thus began the vehicle "arms" race with people having to buy bigger and heavier vehicles to protect themselves from bigger and heavier vehicles. By 2040 it is estimated that everyone will be driving Mack Trucks and the first non-commercial Caterpillar 797F Dump Trucks will start being sold to the public.

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  • [–] 0 points 11 months ago (1 child)

    There's no evidence that this is a trend.

    Yes, larger vehicles have become available over time, but smaller vehicles have also become available. There is no progression towards everyone driving larger vehicles, at least not outside of the US.

    The family sedans or wagons parked in most driveways and garages haven't changed significantly in size, but they have become significantly safer and more economical.

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