Plastic roads made from recycled materials promise to be smoother, greener and cause fewer delays according to construction firm VolkerWessels. Motorists and cyclists alike will welcome an end to the thousands of potholes that can make asphalt roads so dangerous.
The Lumos is the world’s first cycle helmet with brake lights that come on automatically when you slow down.
Following a successful three-year trial, cyclists can run red lights in Paris. Newly installed bicycle signals allow bicycles to turn right or go straight across at a T-junction while motorised traffic will have to wait.
The Pedalist combines elements of the car and bicycle to create sustainable transport for the world’s mega cities. The effect of shutting off these urban centres during extended rush hours to all motorised vehicles other than lightweight pedal-assist designs like the Pedalist would be transformative.
At over £3,500 it’s certainly not cheap, but with its sleek hand-crafted aluminum frame and hidden battery, the LX1 is one of the world’s best looking electric bicycles. A 250 watt rear hub motor boasts three levels of power plus a smart mode that assesses riding conditions and your pedalling power to decide on the optimal level of assistance – all of which can be controlled via your smartphone.
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