"Parisian Pushback: The Rising Cost of SUV Ownership in European Cities"
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Parisians voted to triple parking fees for out-of-town SUVs to $19.50 per hour in the city center, as part of Mayor Anne Hidalgo's efforts to make the city greener and more pedestrian-friendly ahead of the Olympic Games. The measure aims to reduce congestion, pollution, and accidents caused by SUVs on narrow Parisian streets, with nonresidents facing significantly higher parking costs compared to smaller vehicles. Hidalgo's push to limit SUV presence aligns with her long-term goal of reducing car traffic in Paris and promoting a more sustainable urban environment.
Topics:world#environmental-policy#olympic-games#paris#parking-fees#suvs#transportationenvironmental-policy
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