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“That has to be a record”: Cyclist counts 20 vehicles parked in short cycle lane stretch – as council finally considers installing wands; Leeds’ new AI traffic lights “turn green for cyclists”; “Department for Cars strikes again” + more on the live blog

It’s Tuesday and Ryan Mallon’s back in the live blog hot seat with all the latest cycling news and views

Tue, Mar 28, 2023 08:57

Do we really need steering on the turbo? Five cool things coming soon from Wahoo, Giant, BMC, BTwin, and Bell

We've got a right mixed back of cool things this week to steer you into spring

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 17:01

We asked AI to write us an anti-cyclist article in the style of Jeremy Clarkson: Here’s what it came up with

We think all of us can at least agree that the AI is in top gear

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 15:44

E-cargo bike delivery firm Zedify secures £5m investment to expand service

Zedify says its service is over 90% lower in carbon emissions per parcel than urban deliveries by electric vans

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 15:25

Bollards in Milton Keynes after council changed it

“A bad solution that creates conflict”: Delivery cyclist unconvinced council moving controversial bollards will work

Milton Keynes’ bollards are back under the spotlight: After being criticised for being too narrow, the council finally has a solution, but ultra-cycling legend Steve Abraham is unsure if it’ll work…

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 14:09

Crank Power aiming to reduce battery wastage in e-mobility

Nottinghamshire-based company offers services including repair, manufacture and certification

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 13:35

Secret new tech! Garmin set to release solar-powered Edge 540 and 840 bike computers

Has online retailer accidentally revealed next-generation Garmin Edge computers featuring trickledown tech for improved battery life?

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 12:50

Cotham Hill LTN in Bristol (picture Adwitiya Pal)

LTNs and 15-minute cities accused of being led by cycling lobbies, official review called a “whitewash”

Petitions signed by thousands have asked for a national referendum on 15-minute cities, also raising questions over the legitimacy of LTN reviews led by Sustrans and Prof Rachel Aldred

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 12:08

Jeremy Clarkson “anti-cycling” column “peddles hate for easy money”… but does anyone actually care any more?; Coolest man in Flanders — Arnaud De Lie pops a wheelie on the Kemmelberg’s cobbles; Weekend round-up + more on the live blog

It's the start of a new week on the live blog, Dan Alexander is here for all your Monday news, reaction and (hopefully) entertainment

Mon, Mar 27, 2023 08:09

Marlen Reusser goes wrong way at 2023 Gent-Wevelgem

Gent-Wevelgem leader takes wrong turn and strays off-course – but holds on to win

Marlen Reusser’s impromptu diversion didn’t stop her securing a stunning solo victory on a wet day in Flanders… which also saw a spectator receive a soaking from a passing team car

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 17:45

London’s cycling chief says he was “punched in the face” by cyclist he confronted for not waiting for pedestrian at floating bus stop

Deputy Mayor of Transport Seb Dance made the comments to a blindness campaigner during Mayor’s Question Time earlier this week

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 15:59

Motorist mounts pavement and attempts to drive through ‘die-in’ in Sheffield

“Raging” motorist mounts pavement and attempts to drive through ‘die-in’ organised in memory of cyclist killed in collision with driver

“We’re at a junction where someone has died, where we’re protesting for road safety. And this man is so angry”

Sun, Mar 26, 2023 14:27

Juan Sebastián Molano hit by driver while training in Belgium

UAE Team Emirates pro hit head-on by motorist while training

Colombian sprinter Juan Sebastián Molano, a teammate of Tadej Pogačar, was fortunate to only suffer concussion and a broken toe in the horrifying collision

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 18:59

20mph sign (CC licensed by EdinburghGreens via Flickr)

Retired neurologist says increased weight and acceleration of electric vehicles will lead to rise in cycling-related fatalities unless 20mph speed limits are introduced

“By going at 20mph we would save around 30 people from being killed or seriously injured every year in Gloucestershire,” says Dr Paul Morrish

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 17:06

Petrol Station copyright Simon MacMichael .jpg

Shell UK chairman David Bunch joins Active Travel England board

“I’m delighted to have David on my team to help us deliver a step change in active travel,” National Active Travel Commissioner Chris Boardman said of the non-executive director’s appointment

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 14:28

Bryton takes on Garmin with new Gardia R300L bike radar + more tech news from Wattbike, Assos, Goodyear, Scott, Pirelli, Van Rysel, Muc-Off, Reilly, and more

Find out about the invention that reunited a rider with their stolen bike, £440 shoes, and a chainring in the shape of the Batman logo. No, really

Sat, Mar 25, 2023 12:00

LTN planters overturned and set on fire by vandals on the first day of trial

Planters in Rochdale’s low-traffic neighbourhood, part of a six-month trial which had ‘area-wide support’, are the latest target of vandals

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 17:05

Can he ride it on a cold rainy night in Stoke? Ex-Barcelona (and Stoke City) footballer Bojan launches new gravel bike brand

After winning the Champions league and proving his worth in Stoke, what’s left for him to do? Well of course, partner with former teammate Andres Iniesta to launch a new gravel bike brand

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 14:18

“More needs to be done”: Sadiq Khan to “raise awareness” among London cyclists for improving safety of floating bus stops

Blindness campaigners call for “urgent action” to protect pedestrians from collisions with cycles, although they're unaware of any specific incidents of blind people coming to harm

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 12:14

“I’ve never seen it without someone parked in it”: Cyclist waits 15 minutes for Amazon van driver parked in bike lane to move; Alberto Contador warns Tour de France rivals “unbeatable” Tadej Pogačar “looks unstoppable” + more on the live blog

Happy Friday! You made it to the final stage of the live blog Grand Tour, will Dan Alexander be leading you out to weekend glory?

Fri, Mar 24, 2023 09:05

Moped riders and cyclist in Amsterdam (picture credit Mikael Colville-Andersen)

Amsterdam looking to set a 20kph speed limit on e-bikes

Faster cyclists could be encouraged to either shift to the roads, or lower speed on the cycle tracks

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 17:07

What is Q-factor?

Everything you need to know about Q-factor and why it matters to you

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 16:00

“Adrian, you’re wrong!” Pedal Me’s co-founder on cargo bikes + THAT foggy ride on the Isle of Man

On this episode of the road.cc Podcast, we're talking cargo bikes for personal and business use with Pedal Me and debriefing a very divisive Manx mountain ride...

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 15:14

Cyclist attacked with a crutch by angry car passenger, defending lawyer claims “bravado”

John Walker, who used his crutches to assault the victim in Newcastle, has been sentenced to a 12-month community order

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 14:37

Hovsco has added a budget e-cargo bike to its range

But is it the HovWagon or the HovCart?

Thu, Mar 23, 2023 14:25