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Old 01-23-2011, 03:14 PM   #34 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by Thymeclock View Post
Well, they won't if every turn they take is at a very low speed.

Center of gravity is also a major factor. You might find this link interesting: The Physics of Sports Utility Vehicle Rollover Accidents
I sense we are destined to disagree forever, so apart from the videos showing the buses not taking the corners at low speeds, I will stay out of this.

An example of how this taller vs other ploy failed is the European version of the Ford Fusion.

Yes, I know those you are thinking of the US version of the Ford Fusion - a mid sized, 4 door car designed to fight the Accord / Camry with a home made, good product.

Meanwhile in the 'old world' Ford used the same name for this :



Which was sold specifically on the basis that it was taller than other hatchbacks, including their own Fiesta of the time



Not surprisingly the only Fusions sold were those discounted at dealers, not any ordered by real punters. And the current Fiesta is quite a sleek vehicle...
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