Dutch town trials 12mph bike lane speed limit amid rising road deathsExecutive summary: Houten is trialling a 12mph speed limit on bike lanes to curb rising road deaths linked to e‑bike proliferation. The experiment could reshape cycling safety policy in the Netherlands and influence other jurisdictions facing similar congestion and safety challenges. The Dutch national government, the municipality of Houten, cyclists, road safety agencies. Evaluation of the trial’s outcomes, potential expansion of speed limits, and possible pushback from cycling advocacy groups.The Dutch municipality of Houten is testing a 12mph (20km/h) speed limit on its bike lanes as road fatalities climb and e‑bike usage surges. The measure reflects growing pressure to regulate faster cyclists while confronting resistance from cyclists accustomed to unrestricted speeds. If successful, it could become a model for national cycling regulations.Open the full case file on Beyond →
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