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.
Parisians have voted to triple parking charges for out-of-town SUV drivers in an effort to reduce the presence of "heavy, bulky, and polluting" vehicles in the city center, with gas or hybrid SUVs, and other larger vehicles weighing over 1.6 tonnes facing increased fees starting September 1st. The move aims to address road safety, air pollution, and climate change, with exemptions for taxis and city residents. The referendum, which saw low turnout, is part of Paris Mayor Anne Hidalgo's broader efforts to make the city more environmentally friendly and pedestrian/cyclist-oriented, with London Mayor Sadiq Khan expressing interest in adopting similar measures.
Parisians voted to triple parking fees for large SUVs, with 54.5% in favor of the increase. The move is part of the city's efforts to discourage car use and become more bike-friendly. Mayor Anne Hidalgo sees it as a form of resistance against environmental concerns. The higher fees will apply to combustion, hybrid, and electric models above certain weights. However, the low turnout and criticism from motorists' associations indicate some opposition to the measure.
