According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 1,000 bicyclists die each year on U.S. roads, and over 130,000 suffer injuries. They say that about 0.8 percent of bicycle crashes result in fatalities. However, other sources, like the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), report slightly different numbers. Some data suggests it…
Cyclists get a bad rap. They’re accused of blowing through stop signs, weaving between cars, and acting like the rules don’t apply. But when the rubber hits the road, the harsh reality is that most bicycle accidents happen for one main reason: drivers crash into them. It’s not about dark alleys or reckless joyrides. It’s…
Bicycling should be simple. You hop on your bike, head out for a ride, and expect to return home without issue. However, when drivers, road conditions, or even city layouts don’t cooperate, things become complicated quickly. If you’ve ever felt vulnerable pedaling next to distracted traffic, you’re not imagining the risk. Some of the most…