Flasher tech puts bike lights and turn indicators in a set of armbands

Over the years, we’ve seen bike lights/turn indicators incorporated into wearables such as helmets, backpacks, gloves and jackets. The Flasher system takes yet another approach, by fastening the things around your arms.Continue ReadingCategory: Bicycle… Continue reading Flasher tech puts bike lights and turn indicators in a set of armbands

5,000-lumen Focus headlight lets cyclists “flash their brights”

While bicycle headlights do help cyclists see the road, they also make those cyclists considerably more visible to motorists. The Focus headlight was designed very much with the latter in mind, as it can grab drivers’ attention by flashing at a whoppin… Continue reading 5,000-lumen Focus headlight lets cyclists “flash their brights”

Relee M1 helmet packs an actioncam, lighting and smartphone connectivity

There are now a number of “smart” bicycle helmets on the market, so for one to stand out, it really has to include a lot of features. The Relee Magician M1 does just that, offering lights, turn indicators, speakers and a camera, among other things.Cont… Continue reading Relee M1 helmet packs an actioncam, lighting and smartphone connectivity

Jet engine blast demonstrates life-saving anti-rollover hitch

An innovative trailer attachment plate designed to prevent injury and death among truck drivers has proven itself in the face of a roaring jet engine. For its latest demonstration, Axicle has shown how its sensor-loaded fifth-wheel plate can quickly je… Continue reading Jet engine blast demonstrates life-saving anti-rollover hitch

Cannondale’s SmartSense safety tech launches on new Synapse road bike

Cannondale’s Synapse has always been a fairly well-regarded road bike, but the latest version sports a little something extra. It’s called the SmartSense system, and it’s designed to help keep riders from being struck by cars.Continue ReadingCategory: … Continue reading Cannondale’s SmartSense safety tech launches on new Synapse road bike

Seeker setup combines bike lights, dashcam and actioncam

Given the multitude of currently-available cycling electronics, it’s certainly possible that someone could have an actioncam, a rear-view camera and a lighting system mounted on their bike. The Seeker system combines all of those items in one setup.Con… Continue reading Seeker setup combines bike lights, dashcam and actioncam

DVR80 offers a new take on the bicycle tail light/dashcam combo

A tail light is an important piece of night-time cycling equipment, while a rear-facing ride-recording camera is good to have in the event of a run-in with a car. Currently on Kickstarter, TOOO Cycling’s DVR80 combines both tools in one device.Continue… Continue reading DVR80 offers a new take on the bicycle tail light/dashcam combo

Blood or saliva THC levels found to be poor sign of driving impairment

A new meta-study, led by researchers from the University of Sydney’s Lambert Initiative, has concluded blood or saliva THC concentrations are not effective ways to measure cannabis-induced driving impairment. The findings suggest the need for more nuan… Continue reading Blood or saliva THC levels found to be poor sign of driving impairment

Impact-absorbing traffic light poles could save lives

When a car crashes into a roadside object at an intersection, chances are pretty high that object will be a traffic light pole. If it’s a new energy-absorbing pole, however, the likelihood of injury or even death may be significantly reduced.Continue R… Continue reading Impact-absorbing traffic light poles could save lives

“Collective perception” tech lets connected cars see hidden hazards

While there are now systems that allow cars to see pedestrians or vehicles which their drivers may not notice, such setups typically still can’t detect hazards that aren’t in direct line of sight. A new technology, however, uses other vehicles and road… Continue reading “Collective perception” tech lets connected cars see hidden hazards