In this discussion, Theo Leggett, the BBC’s International Business Correspondent, and Anjani Trivedi, Global Business Correspondent at The Economist, delve into the booming popularity of SUVs. They explore the allure of larger vehicles for consumers, from safety to status symbols, and reveal how manufacturers profit from this trend. The conversation highlights environmental concerns, including how heavier cars negate efficiency gains and the rising presence of electric SUVs. They also discuss potential policy measures to curb this trend and the future of smaller, more practical cars.
