When studying cyclist accidents, a clear danger comes from pickup trucks. In many studies, the vehicle involved in the majority of cyclist accidents is a pickup truck. This isn’t to say that sedans, sport utility vehicles and other types of vehicles aren’t...
Month: November 2024
How new traffic laws affect cyclists in Los Angeles
Imagine cruising down the streets of Los Angeles on your bicycle, feeling safer and more confident. This is not just a dream—it is becoming a reality thanks to new traffic laws enacted in 2024. These changes have transformed the cycling landscape in the City of...
Is it illegal for cyclists to ride side by side?
Cyclists have the legal right to share the road with motor vehicles. Technically, a bicycle is a vehicle, although cyclists usually cannot maintain the same speeds that motor vehicles can consistently. However, bicycles don't have the same robust safety systems that...
What does the new sharrow law mean for cyclists?
Trying to make cycling as safe as possible can be a real challenge for law enforcement professionals and municipal authorities. Even while California frequently receives accolades as a leader in cycling safety, there are still hundreds of deaths and thousands of...
Why do motorists have road rage toward cyclists?
One thing that many motorcyclists recognize is the disdain that some drivers have for them. Some cyclists have to deal with a considerable amount of undesired behavior from motorists. While this is more common in urban areas, it also occurs in rural areas. ...