Activists didn't choose their location by chance: Côte Pavée has been particularly targeted, according to our colleagues at Actu Toulouse. On the windshields of the affected vehicles, a clear message: “Attention ! Your SUV kills”. No SUV Tolosa pulls any punches. For them, these vehicles are public enemy number one: far more dangerous and polluting than smaller cars.
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A Symbolic Action for a Heartfelt Tribute
The Toulouse collective aimed to pay tribute to Paul Varry, who was killed after a road dispute. This event has deeply impacted the cycling community and citizens concerned about road safety. “Our European cities were not designed to accommodate such large vehicles”, they declared in their statement. The operation, quite unprecedented, highlights the growing tensions between different road users. This isn't the first time SUV tires have been targeted. En 2022 already, eco-activists deflated the tires of these giants to denounce their ecological impact, as Libération reminds us. But be careful, cThese actions are not without legal risks. The deflators face a fine of 1500 euros and up to two years in prison if they cause significant damage.
Source : Actu Toulouse | Libération
