Slowing Down Dramatically Improves Safety
- Small speed changes make a big difference
- A car going 25 mph needs 35% more stopping distance than at 20 mph
- Lower speeds protect pedestrians, cyclists, kids, pets, and older adults
Speed Greatly Increases Crash Severity
- The likelihood of serious injury or death rises exponentially as speed increases
- Vulnerable users (children, seniors) are at even higher risk
Speeding Doesn't Actually Save Time
- Typical in-town trips are only 1–2 minutes faster at 25 mph versus 20 mph
- Research shows that a reduction on 1 mph in average speed is associated with a 5% reduction in crashes
E-Bike Riders: Speed & Visibility Matter
- Most E-bike crashes happen when small risks stack up: going too fast, riding at night without lights, poor visibility, wet roads, or carrying passengers
- Higher speeds mean injuries that look more like motorcycle crashes than bike falls
Why Slowing Down Matters
- E-bike injuries have surged statewide and nationally
- Only 38% of seriously injured riders were wearing helmets
- Protect your friends, neighbors, and yourself — Slow Your Roll