Riding

Navigating the Gray Area: Understanding the Complexities of Riding in Pickup Truck Beds in Illinois

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In Illinois, adults can legally ride in the back of a pickup truck, a practice allowed in 20 states without specific laws against it. This creates a unique situation for drivers and passengers, as the absence of prohibitions leads to confusion regarding safety regulations and enforcement in the state. Despite the legal allowance, Illinois’ vehicle safety laws impose strict seatbelt requirements, significantly complicating the scenario of riding in a pickup truck bed. According to the Illinois Vehicle Code, all drivers and passengers aged eight and older are required to wear properly fitted safety belts in … Read more

Riding Smart: Alabama’s Electric Scooter Regulations Unveiled for Safe Travels in Mountain Brook

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MOUNTAIN BROOK, Ala. — As electric scooters become increasingly popular in urban settings, it is essential for riders to grasp their legal status in the state. The Mountain Brook Police Department has clarified that these electric scooters, often seen as toys, fall under the classification of motor vehicles according to Alabama law. In Alabama, an electric scooter is defined as weighing less than 100 pounds, featuring handlebars, an electric motor, and the capability of reaching speeds up to 20 mph. Importantly, they can be powered by both electric means and human effort. Given this classification, … Read more

Southwest Las Vegas Valley Safety Summit: Officials Tackle Surge in Reckless Riding

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Las Vegas, NV — Community leaders and law enforcement officials are coming together to tackle the increasing problem of reckless ATV and dirt bike riders in the Southwest Las Vegas valley. This issue has escalated tensions and raised safety concerns among residents. The situation has worsened over the past months with reports of groups, sometimes up to 50 riders, swarming local roads, performing stunts and disregarding traffic laws. These activities not only pose a danger to the riders themselves but also to pedestrians, cyclists, and other motorists in the area. Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones … Read more

Study Reveals Bicycle Rolling-Stop Laws Promote Safety, Not Risky Riding

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Salem, Oregon – A contentious topic among road safety advocates and cyclists might be seeing some resolution. Recent research has actively debunked the idea that so-called ‘Idaho stop’ laws, which allow cyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs under certain conditions, lead to more accidents or unlawful behavior. This finding could potentially reshape traffic laws and cycling habits in urban spaces across the United States. The Idaho stop law, first implemented in Idaho in 1982, permits bicyclists to slow down and check for safety before proceeding through a stop sign without making a full … Read more