Despite the higher price tag, SUV and truck sales have grown exponentially in North America in recent decades, eclipsing sedans in the process. But the ubiquity of SUVs and trucks isn't an accurate reflection of what people want to drive, say industry analysts. Automakers are leaning heavily on electrified SUVs, trucks and large cars, which means high prices and profits. This has been taken into account in vehicle safety ratings in Europe . So far, it's not the case in North America, and Equiterre's Pilon said that means people aren't getting what they need to make informed decisions about SUV safety.

Source: CBC News June 24, 2024 17:59 UTC