Village Voice: NYPD Finally Changes Policy on Traffic Collisions
The Village Voice interviewed Steve Vaccaro about recently-announced changes in NYPD crash investigation procedures.
“Hit & Run — NYPD’s Crash Investigation Problem,” Transportation Alternatives:
The NYPD can’t find the time, resources or compassion to adequately investigate the traffic crashes that kill and seriously injure more than 4,000 people in the city each year.
Gothamist: Cyclist Slapped With $1,555 In Fines During A Single Traffic Stop
Steve Vaccaro gives advice to the cyclist who received $1,555 in fines during a single traffic stop.
Village Voice: Mathieu Lefevre’s Family’s Suit Against the NYPD Dismissed
A grieving family's lawsuit against the NYPD over the department's heel-dragging in turning over information about the death of a cyclist was dismissed today.
Gothamist: Cyclist Faces Points On License For Allegedly Failing To Yield To Pedestrian
The DMV threatens to add points to license of cyclist who received a summons while cycling in Central Park. Steve Vaccaro believes the cyclist had a good chance of beating the summons because the rule applies only to 'vehicular traffic'
CBS Video Report: Manhattan Cyclist Shocked To Discover Bike Violation Could Result In Driver’s License Points
CBS2 News' Elyse Finch interviews Steve Vaccaro about DMV's unlawful practice of applying points to driver's licenses for cycling violations.
Governing: Bikers, Walkers Need Cities to Protect Them
Alex Marshall of Governing discussed with Steve Vaccaro the steps necessary to reduce bike accidents.
“Valet Bike Parking and Brooklyn Brews,” Eliza Pound for the Wall Street Journal
“I can’t believe that we’re still the coolest group in New York City,” the executive director of Time’s...
Gothamist: It’s Still Not A Crime To Kill Someone With Your Car Door
A bill that would have penalized drivers who injure pedestrians and cyclists did not pass the state legislature. Even if it did, it would not have covered 'dooring'.
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Brooklyn Independent TV: Bike Safety, Brooklyn Review
If you use the roadways you may be taking your life in your own hands because more New...