Marketing campaigns often paint larger cars as safer, more luxurious, and a status symbol, influencing consumer choices.

The safety argument is often cited to justify larger vehicles. But if safety is paramount, why do we still have bicycles and motorcycles sharing the road with these behemoths?

As electric cars become more mainstream, you’d expect a focus on efficiency and sustainability. However, many electric vehicles (EVs) are as large and powerful as their fossil-fueled counterparts, if not more so.

Larger, more powerful cars can be seen as markers of social status and economic power, further widening societal gaps. Their size and power make a statement, often one of superiority or exclusivity.

The trend toward larger vehicles contradicts the move toward a more sustainable and socially equitable future. In upcoming posts, we’ll explore how to reverse this trend.

This article is part of a series I will occasionally publish about transportation and design.