The increase in size of new cars is raising serious questions about road safety, urban usability, and environmental impact. But just how much have cars grown in the last half a century or so? The best ...

Critics call it "carspreading". In the UK and across Europe, cars are steadily becoming longer, wider and heavier. Consumers clearly like them – a lot. Big cars are seen as practical, safe and stylish ...

When it comes to increasing fuel economy, cutting weight is a good place to start. But even with stricter fuel-economy standards pending, new cars are getting bigger. The average new vehicle's ...