Traffic SafetyMobility
Electric Cars in More Cyclist, Pedestrian Accidents: Vias
Vias finds electric cars are more often involved in accidents with cyclists and pedestrians, attributing the trend to quiet motor sound.
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Incident
Woman (45) Dies After Motorcycle Fall in Zeebrugge
A 45-year-old woman from Zuienkerke died after a motorcycle accident in Zeebrugge on Saturday evening. Police believe she became unwell while riding.
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Public Safety
Belgian Police Warn Against Street Racing App TripRank
Belgian federal police warn that TripRank, a driving app popular with street racers, is 'absolutely unacceptable' as authorities investigate.
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Society
Hit-and-Run in 1 in 4 Pedestrian Injury Accidents in Belgium
New Vias Institute data shows hit-and-run occurs in 1 in 4 pedestrian injury accidents in Belgium, up from 1 in 5 two years ago.
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PoliticsU.S. News
Hawaii Raises Truck Bed-Riding Age to 16 as Roads Get Faster
Hawaii raises the legal age for riding in pickup truck beds from 12 to 16, balancing safety concerns with a cherished island tradition.
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CrimeSafety
Driver Flees Alcohol Check, Hits Four Cars in Machelen
A driver fleeing a police alcohol checkpoint in Vilvoorde crashed into four parked cars in Machelen. He was not under the influence but had a driving ban.
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AccidentBelgium
Drunk Cyclists Collide in Leuven, Woman Suffers Arm Fracture
Two cyclists under the influence of alcohol collided head-on in Leuven early Sunday, leaving a 47-year-old woman with a severe open arm fracture.
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Accident
Tractor Driver Killed in Accident During Rally in Voeren
A 62-year-old man from Dilsen-Stokkem died in a tractor accident during a rally in Voeren, Belgium. An investigation is underway.
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Mobility
Smiley Traffic Signs Cut Accidents by One-Third in Germany
Dutch-designed smiley traffic signs reduce highway construction zone accidents by up to one-third in Germany, gaining attention across Europe.
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Traffic & Safety
Antwerp Police Warn: Don't Block Intersections or Face Fines
Antwerp police warn drivers not to block intersections after chaotic scenes on the Noorderlaan. Cyclists face danger as trucks and cars gridlock crossings.
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Traffic & Infrastructure
Belgium Overhauls Highway Code: Warning Triangle Rules Eased
Belgium's new highway code takes effect June 2027, relaxing warning triangle rules and introducing new traffic signs in a major road law overhaul.
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BelgiumAccident
Mother Seriously Injured After Cargo Bike Crash in Mortsel
A 35-year-old mother was seriously injured when a pick-up truck struck her cargo bike in Mortsel, Belgium. Her two young children escaped unharmed.
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SocietyPolicy
China's New Fatigue Driving Rules: What Drivers Need to Know
China's new fatigue driving rules take effect June 1, using a three-dimensional system covering driving behavior, physiology, and life trajectory.
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HealthBelgium
E-Scooter Accidents Surge 60% as ER Doctors Demand Night Ban
Emergency doctors in Antwerp report a 60% surge in e-scooter accident victims and demand a night-time ban, citing severe alcohol-related injuries.
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SocietyAccidents
Harbin Double-Decker Bus Roof Torn Off in Overpass Collision
A double-decker bus in Harbin, China had its roof torn off after hitting an overpass, injuring 8 passengers. Police attribute the crash to driver error.
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