Several factors contribute to bicycle accidents on the road:
- Driver negligence, including failure to yield to cyclists, sudden turns or lane changes without signaling, and distracted driving.
- Inadequate infrastructure, such as poorly designed or maintained bike lanes, lack of signage or signals for cyclists, and road hazards like potholes or debris.
- Cyclist behaviour, including running red lights or stop signs, riding against traffic, and not yielding to pedestrians.
Understanding these common causes can help both cyclists and drivers take preventative measures to improve road safety for everyone.
