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[–] [email protected] 15 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

the only problem i had when i was driving a small car (i drive a mid-size car now) was my sense of vulnerability when surrounded by stupid massive lifted trucks bearing down on me. it felt really unsafe. and i live in stupid-giant-truck land, they're not an anomaly here.

eta - plus giant truck owners seem to get off on being scary aggressive drivers.

[–] [email protected] 9 points 1 year ago

One potential remedy could be a powerful enough engine. Small car with fast powertains are preppy and can zip out of a dangerous situation quickly, so that can help your mind.