The SUV phenomenon
I recently read an article chronicling the rise in popularity of SUVs, and the myths surrounding them. It brings up good points about perceived safety versus actual safety. This should be required reading for anyone considering the purchase of an SUV.
The best quote of the article:
According to Bradsher, internal industry market research concluded that S.U.V.s tend to be bought by people who are insecure, vain, self-centered, and self-absorbed, who are frequently nervous about their marriages, and who lack confidence in their driving skills.
Of course, maybe I'm biased since they pitted a Porsche Boxster against a Chevy TrailBlazer in a series of handling and collision avoidance tests. As expected, the Boxster mopped the floor with the TrailBlazer.
Posted by Todd at November 19, 2004 12:54 AM-08:00