Vehicles, bicycles, and pedestrians are often a deadly mix. This is especially true when vehicles are in close physical proximity to either cyclists or pedestrians. Speed matters and speed kills. The Connection Between Speed and Crash Fatalities The faster the rate of vehicle speed, the more likely that any accident involving a cyclist or pedestrian

Imagine a town with no traffic fatalities. In this vision, pedestrians, bicyclists, drivers, are all safe on the city’s roadways. Vision Zero is a way of thinking about and implementing infrastructural changes to support safer streets for everyone. Understanding the Vision Zero Plan Vision Zero starts with the premise that traffic fatalities and serious injuries

There are many ways to protect bicyclists on our roads. Many cities across the nation have embraced dedicated bicycle infrastructure, signage, and lights. In fact, millions of dollars have been poured into designing and implementing these measures. Dedicated bike lanes and increased lighting will help to reduce bicycle accidents and fatalities. However, this takes a

As the number of bicyclists and pedestrians in America continues to rise, education and safety awareness initiatives will be increasingly important. Providing information about local laws and helpful safety tips to pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers will help to make roads and streets safe for everyone. Know Your Local Traffic Laws Are you familiar with your