TfL are also poised to increase 20mph zones and cut speed limits on the capital’s fastest roads later this year
Owners of SUVs could face charges to drive in London, after the mayor and transport authorities said they were reviewing the increased danger posed by larger, heavier cars.
Proposals to clamp down on the biggest vehicles could come later this year, with Transport for London (TfL) also poised to increase 20mph zones and cut the speed limits on its fastest roads from 50mph to 40mph to tackle road deaths.
A report published on Wednesday highlighted the danger SUVs posed to other road users and pedestrians, with children at particular risk of fatal injuries from collisions.
While safety concerns around SUVs are highlighted in the Vision Zero report – an update to London’s plan to eliminate fatal road accidents – TfL is also conscious of the wider impact of the vehicles.
