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Not many people prefer bulky muscle cars, however, the trend of bigger cars is here to stay. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Generally, you must have noticed that car sizes are getting bigger. Mainly, SUVs are growing in size with every passing year. The new models of many known SUVs are wider, taller and longer than their predecessors. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This trend can be attributed to various reasons, from public demand and space requirements to safety features and road regulations. Let’s delve deeper into why cars are getting bigger over the years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why are Cars Getting Bigger<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Following are the common causes why cars are getting bigger in size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Safety Features<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Cars need to be bigger to have sufficient space for the optimum functionality of airbags<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

In the previous few decades, cars have become faster, which increases the need for safety. The evolution in car safety features has led to safety cell technology, crumple zones and different types of airbags<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

However, modern safety equipment require more space for their installation and function. For example, an airbag requires deployment distance and storage space to avoid injuries. This is especially true for door mounted and front-facing airbags that require around 10 inches of deployment distance. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To put it simply, cars are getting bigger because airbags, safety cells, crumple zones and other prominent safety features all need plenty of space in order to fit in the car. Though more efficient safety features in the cars is a welcome addition but they need more space to get installed in cars and to function properly.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. The Rise of SUVs<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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SUVs are not just bigger in size, but they also offer more space, comfort and safety<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jeep, Nissan, Toyota are among popular SUV manufacturers. These brands have been dominating the auto market for quite some time. Naturally, the SUVs offered by auto manufacturers are larger than their sedan counterparts. From Ford Explorer to Jeep Grand Cherokee, and KIA Sportage, the SUV options are increasing with every passing year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Check out these listings of used models of some of the most popular SUVs for sale in the UAE: <\/p>\n\n\n\n