Traffic related injuries are the leading cause of death for children and young adults between the ages of 5 and 29. This alarming statistic highlights the vulnerability of younger populations on the roads and emphasizes the urgent need for more effective safety measures to protect them. When we look at the issue from this perspective—not...
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Portland Pedestrian Overview 2021 – Present Portland’s 2021 traffic data reveals a troubling reality: pedestrians are the most vulnerable group on the city’s roads. Of the 155 pedestrian-related accidents reported that year, 25 resulted in fatalities, making pedestrians the highest category of victims in fatal accidents. This number exceeds deaths from motor vehicle collisions, which...
Eugene, the second-most populous city in Oregon and the county seat of Lane County, has an estimated population of about 180,000. It is a key part of the Eugene-Springfield metropolitan statistical area, which is the second largest in the state after Portland. Eugene identifies strongly as “Track Town USA” due to its robust running programs...
In Washington State, the surge in personal mobility options like electric scooters, mopeds, and e-bikes has reshaped how people navigate cities. In Seattle, you’ll often see commuters weaving through Pike Place Market’s narrow streets or crossing the busy thoroughfares of Capitol Hill, where public transit options are limited. In Spokane, paths like the Centennial Trail...
Photo by gustavo nacht Washington is one of the more bike-friendly states in the U.S., but that doesn’t mean the rules are always clear in practice. On paper, the law is straightforward. On the road, it’s different. Drivers hesitate, cyclists improvise, and small misunderstandings turn into real accidents. Understanding how the law actually works and...