New research examines how drivers interpret cyclists’ hand signals — and which cues most clearly communicate intent.

As more Americans turn to biking for commuting, exercise, and recreation, the roads are growing more crowded and more dangerous as cyclist fatalities have risen sharply nationwide.

  • Peppycito@sh.itjust.works
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    1 day ago

    Absolutely. Drivers think I’m waving at them when I turn right. The cops at the bike rodeo I helped at said to just point left or right because people are stupid. Even still I don’t think they get it a lot of times.