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NewsDecember 1, 2015

NHTSA Delays EV Warning Noise Requirements

The deadline for requiring hybrids and electric vehicles to produce pedestrian-alerting noises to warn sight-impaired pedestrians and bicyclists has been pushed back until March.

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Newsby StaffAugust 31, 2015

Safety Near Bicyclists [Video Safety Tip]

Here's some advice, provided by AAA and the Palmetto Cycling Coalition, to help motorists share the road safely with cyclists.

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NewsJuly 10, 2015

Ford Pairs Electric Bicycle With Transit Connect

Ford has developed a prototype electric bicycle that folds into the back of its Transit Connect compact van for possible use in congested cities by couriers, electricians and delivery services.

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NewsDecember 25, 2014

Volvo's Safety Tech Helps Avert Bicyclist-Vehicle Crashes

A partnership involving Volvo Cars, Ericsson and sports gear maker POC results in development of two-way communications technology offering proximity alerts to vehicle drivers and cyclists.

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NewsSeptember 29, 2014

New Calif. Law Aimed at Protecting Bicyclists

The law, which took effect Sept. 16, calls for a 3-foot buffer zone to keep bicyclists safe from passing vehicles.

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NewsJune 2, 2014

National Cost of Crashes Reaches $871B

A new study from the National Highway Traffic Administration underscores the high economic toll and societal impact of motor vehicle collisions in the U.S. each year.

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NewsMay 12, 2014

Fleet Safety Video Tip: Sharing the Road With Motorcycles and Bicycles

Here is some advice from both the California DMV and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration that can help your fleet drivers avoid collisions with motorcycles and bicycles.

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NewsDecember 25, 2013

New Calif. Driving Laws Go into Effect in 2014

New laws set to go into effect in 2014 regulate everything from commercial drive tests to bicycle passing distance.

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NewsMarch 5, 2013

Volvo Unveils Cyclist Detection Safety Feature with Auto Brake

A cyclist in the same lane swerving out in front of the car is one incident type that is addressed by Pedestrian and Cyclist Detection with full auto brake, which will be available in the Volvo V40, S60, V60, XC60, V70, XC70 and S80 models from mid-May this year.

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NewsFebruary 25, 2013

U-M Traffic Safety Research: Bikers and Pedestrians in Megacities Are Particularly at Risk

Rapid growth of large cities throughout the world is having enormous impact on traffic safety in urban areas, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Michigan Transportation Research Institute (UMTRI).

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