The new cycling laws just make common sense. Drivers have been breaking laws for years trying to leave room for cyclists. The new laws allow drivers to cross solid lines to make room. Before the new rules, drivers had to ‘squeeze past’ cyclists to avoid crossing solid lines or driving on painted traffic islands. Cyclists were forced to break the law to stay safe by riding on foot paths where there was no room for them on the road. The new rules allow cyclists to ride on the foot path where … [Read more...]