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That's why in the Netherlands you are fined ~$250 for even holding a phone while driving. Holding a device while you are on a bike will cost you around $105.
by thdrdt 7y ago
That's why in the Netherlands you are fined ~$250 for even holding a phone while driving.
Holding a device while you are on a bike will cost you around $105.
This all because there was an increase in accidents when social media became available everywhere.
- ErikAugust 7y agoI was surprised by how many people in Amsterdam would text message on bicycles. Many times without helmets on.
- throwaway_se099 7y agoCyclists in Amsterdam don't wear helmets as a rule -- YouTube is chock full of videos of Amsterdam bicycle traffic, so you can see for yourself. Therefore, it's not surprising that a texting cyclist wouldn't wear a helmet. To be clear, texting on a bicycle is not a good idea, helmet or no helmet.
- Annatar 7y agoClever; this should be put in everywhere. And I'd make the fines at least three times as high and equal for both drivers and bicyclists.
- porjo 7y agoThe state of Queensland just introduced Australia's toughest penalties: AUD$1000 fine and four demerit points for touching your phone when behind the wheel (even when stopped at lights).