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🚲 Did you know that 15% of French people report using their bike once or several times a week? With the rise of soft #mobility, biking is becoming an essential mode of transportation, and #Insurance for cyclist employees is expanding quickly. At #Wakam we collaborate with partners like Korint Insurtech to provide insurance solutions that meet the future needs of mobility and safety 🤝 Discover more about this booming market and the #innovative solutions we offer in partnership with #Korint by reading this article from L'Argus de l'assurance 👇

Action Sure: Your Ride, Our Protection Enjoy the thrill, explore the beauty, and leave the worry to us! Whether you're a mountain biker tackling rugged trails, a cyclist cruising scenic routes, or a motorbike rider chasing adventure, Action Sure has you covered. Ride Everywhere: Local roads or global adventures—our tailored insurance goes with you. Specialist Cover: Designed by riders, for riders, to protect your bike, gear, and peace of mind. Fast & Reliable: Hassle-free claims to get you back on the road faster. Why choose us? Unique short-term insurance designed for riders. Affordable, flexible options for all cycling and motorbike needs. Coverage for accidents, theft, and unforeseen events—wherever you go. Based in South Africa, covering riders worldwide. Ride fearlessly. Insure with Action Sure today! Contact Ansie now: 082 923 7850 or ansie@actionsure.co.za *Action Sure in association with Fountain Square Brokers #bikeinsurance #bicycleinsurance #motorcycleinsurance #cycleinsurance #actionsure #insuranceagents #insurancequote #insuranceclaims #insurancepolicy #carinsurance #accidentcover #theftcover #firecover #fountainsquarebrokers

𝐃𝐨 𝟐𝟎𝐦𝐩𝐡 𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐬𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨𝐰𝐧? 🤔 In our latest blog, Nicholas Thompson dives into this question and the recent changes to the nationwide 20mph speed limit in Wales. He addresses common misconceptions and reveals how the controversial speed limits can actually benefit us all with: 🚲 More people walking and cycling 🛣️ Safer streets 💚 Cleaner air Curious to learn more? Click here 👉 https://lnkd.in/eEnuEffn

We appreciate Llywodraeth Cymru / Welsh Government for the national rollout of a 20mph speed limit. New data shows that, since its implementation, speeds have reduced by an average of 4mph. Some might say that a 4mph reduction in average speed doesn’t sound a lot – but it is, in road safety terms. Depending on the road, even a 1mph drop in mean speed can reduce the frequency of collisions – by about 6%. Cycling UK welcomes the news that the default 20mph is working in Wales #Betterat20mph

As cyclists look forward to warmer weather, it's critical to be prepared and aware about what to do after an accident. That's why we're so excited to share a helpful guide on what to do following a bicycle accident in Wisconsin. We believe this information can be immensely helpful, especially for those with an interest in cycling safety. Please take a moment to check it out, and feel free to share it with anyone who might find it useful. #bicycleaccident #milwaukee #wisconsin #personalinjury #personalinjury #personalinjurylawyers #personalinjuryattorneys #personalinjurylawfirm

Cargo bikes defeat the "hard to travel with bags" barrier that we often see in studies on what prevents people from cycling. Changing our bikes to be more functional is a key to making bicycles more of a day-to-day mobility solution. VéloQuébec is hosting a talk on these: https://lnkd.in/e5pUwgRm

Trendwatching: 🇫🇷 concerning conservative politically driven news from France. Are cycling budgets going from €2 billion to zero? The Fédération des Usagères et des usagers de la Bicyclette (FUB) has found that the new government appears to have approved 0 Euros for cycling mobility infrastructure development from the new transport minister François Durovray in draft plans; cutting the notable budget for infrastructure and light mobility previously announced as "Un Plan vélo", by Elizabeth Borne in which a vision of 100'000km of bike paths was proposed nation (as compared to the Netherlands' ~35'000km). This cut also appears to have even been applied to 400 previous greenlighted 2024 projects approved for "just" €125 M in funding have now been put on hold, when up to €250 M should have been available. Whereas a very reduced maximum budget of €100M does appear in proposals, there seem to be zero proposed mechanisms for budget approvals to make the funding available. The new ruling National Rally (RN) party seems to have even proposed entire removal of funds, which was luckily rejected by parliament.

Here is a refreshing reminder that "We don't ride bikes here" offers zero impediment to rapid vehicular cycling adoption: 25% of French citizens regularly travel by bike in 2024, up from just 3% in 2019 (Just 5 years!). Whereas the first 4 years rates of adoption were gentler, in 2023 participation increased a phenomenal 48%. What happened from 2022 to 2023? The flashpoint. Cities continued on the same long-term project of providing fair and equal space for light transport. Perhaps the cultural awakening finally came that life was better and more pleasant when light mobility was given equal provision; people realised the illogical and excessive car use that had been culturally normalized was making life less pleasant that it could be. This curve is far from flattening out, with a number of telling indicators: - a majority of male users (31% of pop) vs female (19% of pop) shows this; mature multimodal cultures like the Netherlands see 29% female 27% male participation. - the age participation of French urban cyclists trends middle aged; 34% of 11-34 y.o. vs 14% of 65-85 y.o. In the Netherlands, it is the opposite: the elderly (65+) and youth (6-18) ride the longest average daily distances (over 6km) and the majority of all trips. - 8% of respondents to the French study ride an eBike. This is a lower penetration rate (showing huge value potential for french retail!) than the Netherlands, where 23% of riders use an eBike. Side note: That said, just 12% of all bikes in the nehterlands are ebikes (the 23% use vs 12% rolling fleet figure is possible because many Dutch have a city as well as one or more recreational bikes). The Netherlands' percentage of eBike sales keeps rising year-on-year, showing that this 12% is very far from a saturation point. Article in french.

Cycling in New York offers a convenient and eco-friendly means of transportation, but it’s not without its risks. Potholes, in particular, pose a significant hazard to cyclists, often leading to accidents and injuries. In this guide, we’ll explore what to do if a pothole causes your bicycle accident in Buffalo, offering practical steps to protect your rights and seek compensation. #CyclingSafety #BicycleAccidents #PotholeHazards #LegalGuidance #BuffaloNY

Imagin this in Hawaii! Would you like it? Stay Healthy my friends :) Who can benefit from the bicycle bonus? Are eligible: adult individuals , domiciled in France, with a reference tax income per unit, less than or equal to €15,400, people with disabilities who have proof of their situation, legal entities (company, association, community). Which bikes are eligible for this bonus? The purchased bicycle may belong to one of these categories: new or used electric bike * , classic bicycle (provided that your reference tax income per share is less than or equal to €7,100 or that you are a person with a disability ), folding electric bike, cargo, extended, adapted to a handicap situation, non-electric folding bike, cargo, extended, adapted to a disability situation, electric trailer for bicycle. * Used bikes must be purchased from a professional seller and identified to be eligible. They cannot be purchased from an individual. Regardless of its type, the purchased bicycle must meet the following conditions: https://lnkd.in/gcRR4wkm