Next month we are running our Cycling Auditor Training Course – a very popular course where we get participants out on bikes (eBikes available) and cycling the Melbourne network. This hands-on experience provides participants the opportunity to discover the issues...
Trucks are more likely to roll than skid when travelling too quickly through a curve/corner (unlike cars). The trailer tips first due to the high centre of gravity (relative to the prime mover). Trailers can roll with an incline of as little as 15 degrees while the...
Compact Roundabouts – saving lives and money The cost of a full-sized roundabout in many locations is blowing out because of land acquisition, service relocation and native vegetation offsets. The Lance Creek roundabout uses vertical deflection, rather than horizontal deflection, as means of achieving speed reduction on approach to the roundabout while minimising the impact on adjacent land. Also, the mountable apron on the central island means it can be smaller and still accommodate large vehicles. Congratulations to Regional Roads Victoria – this is Safe System in action. (video source: Regional Roads Victoria (Eastern))
