Study Reveals Rush Hour Cycling Risks in London’s Lack of Safe Infrastructure

A new study from University College London reveals alarming cycling near misses during rush hour in London, emphasizing the urgent need for improved cycling infrastructure and road traffic safety.

• The study utilized helmet-mounted cameras and the Global Positioning System to analyze commuter cycling journeys in London, uncovering critical data on cycling safety.
• Published in Accident Analysis and Prevention, this research is the first to map the types and causes of near misses, highlighting deficiencies in current cycling infrastructure.
• Researchers found that during rush hour, cyclists frequently encounter dangers due to inadequate bike lanes, underscoring a pressing need for enhanced road traffic safety measures.