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A class action lawsuit led by a New York resident is making its way through a U.S. District Court. Trek Bicycles is the defendant and is accused of deceptive and false advertising regarding a specific line of bicycle helmets. The helmets in question are advertised as...
The reasons for choosing a bicycle over a car for transportation can vary from person to person. Some people may think it is more efficient to use a bike than waiting in traffic, and others believe it is better for the environment. Others still may simply cycle to get...
Bicyclists are among the most vulnerable road users in New York. There is no getting away from the fact that bicyclists involved in car accidents typically fare far worse than the occupants of enclosed vehicles. However, traumatic accidents are preventable if both...
Those in New York for whom bicycling is a typical mode of transportation or exercise do not have to be told of the risks. Even in areas where bike lanes are provided, bicyclists may still be exposed to fast-moving traffic, distracted drivers and busy intersections....
Proposed legislation under consideration by the City Council would legalize motorized e-scooters and e-bikes in New York City. If the four bills pass and become law, they would make it easier for people to take advantage of emerging transportation options that are...
Researchers from Virginia Tech and the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety have conducted what has been called a first-of-its-kind study, and it should be of interest to bicyclists in New York. According to this study, bicyclists who wear urban-style helmets, with...
New Yorkers who rely on the L train to get into Manhattan from Brooklyn may need to find alternative means of transportation. The L train crossing under the East River is scheduled to be closed for 15 months while it undergoes planned repairs.According to news...
New York residents who enjoy riding their bikes may know what dooring is. This refers to bikes colliding with open car doors, and those who study the issue say that neither laws nor bike lanes seem to address the issue. According to the Illinois Department of...
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has a list of safety suggestions for cyclists in New York and throughout the country. Bikes should be inspected before riding, including the brakes and tires. People should also wear a properly fitted bike helmet....
Few road users are as vulnerable as cyclists. This is particularly true in bustling cities with congested streets like New York. According to data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, 726 cyclists were killed and a further 50,000 suffered...
