Bicycle Accidents
Cyclists Aren’t Safe with SUVs on the Road
As more and more SUVs populate our roads, there is a growing concern about the safety of cyclists who share the same space. The National Highway Travel Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported that there were 938 bicyclist fatalities and 38,886 injuries as a result of traffic accidents in 2020. As SUVs are larger and taller than…
Read MoreWhy Are Intersections So Deadly for Bicyclists?
As the weather gets warmer, more people gravitate towards outdoor activities, like walking, running, and riding bikes. However, no matter what kind of activity is happening, people still need to exercise caution when they are near roads on which cars travel, whether those roads are busy or not. The National Highway Travel Safety Administration (NHTSA)…
Read MoreCharlotte Is One Of The Nation’s Worst Bike-Friendly Cities
A recent study determined Charlotte ranked 435 out of 566 American cities in rating America’s best places to bike. Well, it is not the last place, but the study illustrates that Queen City has a long way to go in becoming more bike-friendly. Charlotte did receive higher rankings for bicyclists who choose to ride for…
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