ertaiSep 12, 2024

Replace cars with velomobiles

https://programming.dev/post/19297624

Replace cars with velomobiles - programming.dev

Speed record of a velomobile: 144 km/h https://www.aerovelo.com/eta-speedbike [https://www.aerovelo.com/eta-speedbike] We don’t need any knew infrastructure, we just need to get cars out of the way [https://solar.lowtechmagazine.com/2009/10/cars-out-of-the-way/]

Show threadkamenladySep 12, 2024

Both the velomobile and the electric bicycle increase the limited range of the cyclist – the former optimises aerodynamics and ergonomics, while the latter assists muscle power with an electric motor fuelled by a battery.

The electric velomobile combines both approaches, and so maximises the range of the cyclist – so much so that it is able to replace most, if not all, automobile trips.

Why aren’t we all driving around in these things?

Show threadjmcsSep 12, 2024
They don’t sell them in “hide my insecurities” sizes.
Show threadEpzillon
In Sweden people generally dont drive around in dinosaur-sized car, but they have been increasing lately. Yesterday I had my first personal experience of how much of an issue they are. I was in line for a left-turn in a crossing and noticed that the last car from the opposite side was also gonna turn left. The 2 cars in front of me already crossed the road and head left, i drive forward just a moment later than the huge RAM from the other side and notice a Nissan Micra that is heading straight towards me instead of turning. It was completely hidden behind the monster car and neither me nor the drivers in front of me in my lane had noticed it. Cars of that size not only endanger pedestrians by not seeing them but also obscure general traffic scenarios. They should not be allowed on the street tbh…
Sep 12, 2024 at 9:28amWeb