Posts by Phil Latz
1,000 Cyclists to Gather Safety Data – Automatically
On 7th July 2021 the Victorian Government is launched an Australian-first trial, using smart bike light technology that will assist in finding new ways to reduce road trauma in cyclists. The 12-month trial will see a diverse group of 1,000 Victorians given access to a See.Sense smart bike light, with the technology capturing crucial road safety insights, as well as providing safety benefits in the form of increased visibility.
California to Subsidise E-Bike Purchases
Bushfire Recovery Funding Announced for Over 130 km of MTB Trails
Community Cans Proposed Bike Path
Paris Takes Further Bold Steps
Paris will soon become even more welcoming to bikes as the city authorities extend the 30km/h speed limit to the whole city. About two-thirds of the city’s streets were already 30kmh limited, but by the end of August 2021 it will apply to all streets except the ring road surrounding Paris and major boulevards and arterials.
Nine Million Awarded for New England Rail Trail
Far Fewer Shoppers Come by Car Than Retailers Assume – Study
Trek Announces Big Plastic Packaging Reductions
UK Further Increases Cycling Infrastructure Funding
Six Million Granted to Extend Popular Rail Trail
The increasingly popular Great Southern Rail Trail through South Gippsland is to gain a 21 kilometre extension. It currently runs from Leongatha, 133 km south east of Melbourne, to Welshpool and is popular among locals and visitors, with more than 40,000 walkers, joggers and bike riders using it each year.