The 10 Most Dangerous Roadways in California
While car, truck, and motorcycle accidents can happen anywhere, there are some roads that are significantly more dangerous than others. Read More
The perils of through-double-right turns for bicyclists
Biking on most urban streets may not always be a stress-free experience, but an individual with basic bicycle safety knowledge can usually navigate through streets without incident if everyone... Read More
Should self-driving vehicles be required to get a license?
Following the first fatal accident involving a self-driving vehicle, the debate has been renewed over whether autonomous cars are ready to share the road with traditional vehicles. The accident,... Read More
Signs of Road Rage: What You Can Do To Make Roads Safer
What Is Road Rage? The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration defines road rage as “criminal act[s] of violence,” a product of aggressive driving, like tailgating, speeding, and running red... Read More
Tragedy strikes horrific Page Mill-280 Interchange near Palo Alto
On Tuesday morning, Jeffrey Donnelly of Palo Alto was tragically killed while riding a bicycle on Page Mill Road near I-280. Riding along a popular recreational cycling route, Donnelly... Read More
Bay Bridge contraflow bus lane and bike/ped path should be considered together
Over the past few months, a proposal to build a contraflow bus lane on the Bay Bridge has gained momentum among key transportation agencies such as the Metropolitan Transportation... Read More
Christmas and New Year’s among most dangerous days to drive
It should come as no surprise that the holidays are one of the most dangerous times to head out on the road. Not only are more people driving–some estimates suggest... Read More
What is the cost of traffic crashes?
In discussions of traffic safety, it’s all too common to desensitize ourselves from the striking numbers of roadway crashes that occur: 32,999 fatalities, 3.9 million non-fatal injuries, and 24... Read More
How dangerous is your street?
Last week we looked at the Dangerous by Design report. One of the useful features is the map tool, which overlays the locations of every pedestrian fatality in the... Read More
Robert Redford is too cool for speed limits
As proof that it’s not just young celebrities who can be terrible role models, 76-year-old screen icon Robert Redford recently boasted he drives at speeds in excess of 120... Read More
Motorcycle lane-splitting in California to remain unrestricted for the foreseeable future
A California Senate bill proposing restrictions on motorcycle lane splitting was placed on hold this week pending a safety study currently being conducted by UC-Berkeley. The bill, which would... Read More
National Safety Council reports increase in traffic fatalities for the first time since 2005
According to a preliminary report from the National Safety Council, the number of traffic fatalities during 2012 increased by 5 percent over the previous year. This marks the first... Read More
Don’t Drive Drowsy: Tips to Avoid Driving While Fatigued
When it comes to making poor decisions behind the wheel, drunk driving and distracted driving get the bulk of the attention, but numbers show drivers impaired by fatigue account... Read More
Nevada bill seeks to ban pedestrians from using cell phones while crossing the street
Distracted driving is a serious threat to street safety, but what about distracted walking? A new bill in Nevada would make it illegal for pedestrians to text, enter data,... Read More
What does marijuana legalization mean for drivers in Washington and Colorado?
With the recent legalization of marijuana in both Washington and Colorado, police are in the process of determining how to enforce DUI laws in light of legislation that could... Read More
Bridgestone’s ‘Teens Drive Smart’ campaign is stopping in Alameda this weekend
This weekend, Bridgestone’s “Teens Drive Smart” campaign will be at the Alameda Point Naval Air Station on Saturday, September 22nd and Sunday, September 23rd. The free half-day program is... Read More
Even minor separation between roads and bike lanes increases rider safety
A recent experiment conducted by Brooklyn Spoke blog author Doug Gordon has confirmed what many people already suspected; simply having a barrier between the road and bike lane can... Read More
Napa and Sonoma lead Bay Area counties in traffic fatality rate
According to new federal statistics, Napa and Sonoma have the highest traffic fatality rates of any Bay Area counties. However, due to the massive amount of tourism and the... Read More
Debate rages over whether interlock devices should be required for first time DUI offenders
As we mentioned a few weeks back, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety is pushing for legislation that would force states to require interlock devices for all drunk driving... Read More
California Bike Passing Law Masters Major Milestone
As the number of cyclists throughout California continues to rise each year, the state has consistently taken incremental steps toward improving bicycle safety on city streets and highways. This... Read More
Police Cite Obstacles to Reducing Distracted Driving Car Accidents
When it comes to distracted driving, laws have come a long way in a short time. Just two years ago, states were just starting to ban handheld devices, and... Read More
The (Misguided) Case Against Motorcycle Helmet Laws
In his manifesto against motorcycle helmet laws in the Chicago Tribune last week, columnist Steve Chapman listed a number of actions people can legally take to endanger their health:... Read More
Iowa Police Get Creative with Anti-Distracted Driving Message
In July, Iowa joined the 30 states that have boosted highway safety by enacting laws against distracted driving. Iowa police cannot impose fines on drivers who disobey the law... Read More
California Cracks Down on Drunk Driving on Dangerous Labor Day Weekend
Like we're back in school, 34.4 million Americans, including more than 4 million Californians will join me this Friday night to travel more than 50 miles to a vacation... Read More
NHTSA to Require Seat Belts on Commercial Passenger Busses
"Click it or Ticket," is the threat that has prompted thousands more Americans to buckle up since the punitive campaign launched two years ago. Since more than 15,000 people... Read More
Fresno Greyhound Bus Accident Causes 6 Deaths, 34 Injuries
A Greyhound bus driving from Los Angeles to Sacramento collided with an overturned SUV in California's Central Valley on Highway 99 near Fresno early Thursday morning. To avoid a... Read More