Impact on Traffic Flow and…

Impact on Traffic Flow and Vehicle Speeds
If bike lanes are removed or restricted, bicycles will be forced to mix with motor vehicle traffic, occupying lanes previously dedicated to vehicles. This could inadvertently reduce overall vehicle speeds and increase congestion, as slower-moving bicycles would share space with cars and trucks. Rather than improving traffic flow, the absence of designated bike lanes may lead to greater delays and less efficient road use. To avoid these unintended consequences, the proposal should consider how bike lanes help manage traffic flow by creating safer, designated spaces for cyclists, thereby reducing disruptions in auto lanes.

The potential impact on vehicle speeds and traffic flow from mixing cyclists with vehicles suggests a need for a more comprehensive review of the proposal before it is passed as legislation.