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Rising SUV Sales Worsen UK Pothole Crisis

4/11/2026

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Story summary
  • Experts warn that rising SUV purchases worsen pothole conditions in the United Kingdom.
  • More than half of the 2 million new cars sold last year were SUVs.
  • Heavier vehicles contribute to road damage, worsening conditions.
  • London is considering additional charges for large SUVs due to safety risks and road impacts.
  • Pothole repair costs in England and Wales have reached £18.6 billion.