Lauren Cooper+FollowBusy Streets = Safer Streets?Turns out, those cluttered, tree-lined streets with parked cars and buildings everywhere might actually keep us safer! New research says drivers slow down when roads feel more complex, while wide-open roads make us hit the gas. Wild twist: people speed up on streets with bike lanes because they feel safer, not necessarily because it’s safer for everyone. Basically, a little chaos on the street might be the secret to safer driving! #UrbanDesign #RoadSafety #CityLife #StreetSmarts #Transportation80Share
Traci Keller+FollowWhy Messy Streets Might Save LivesTurns out, a little chaos on the roads—think clutter and tight spaces—actually makes drivers more careful! Meanwhile, lawmakers are fighting over EV fees, Pittsburgh riders are begging to keep their buses, and cities everywhere are making bold moves for better transit. From tactical urbanism in Indy to France’s wild eco-districts, it’s a wild week for transportation. Oh, and if Uber bails on Colorado, local drivers are ready to step up. Who knew city planning could be this dramatic? #UrbanLife #TransitTalk #CityDrama #StreetSmarts #EVnews #Transportation60Share
