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View article: An Examination of Pedestrian Crossing Behaviors at Signalized Intersections with Bus Priority Routes
An Examination of Pedestrian Crossing Behaviors at Signalized Intersections with Bus Priority Routes Open
Public transport is an integral part of sustainable urban development when its use is promoted by setting bus priority routes (BPRs). BPRs provide clear mobility benefits, but they raise pedestrian safety concerns. In this study, observati…
View article: An Examination of Pedestrian Crossing Behaviors at Signalized Intersections with Bus Priority Routes
An Examination of Pedestrian Crossing Behaviors at Signalized Intersections with Bus Priority Routes Open
Public transport is an integral part of sustainable urban development when its use is promoted by setting bus priority routes (BPRs). BPRs provide clear mobility benefits, but raise pedestrian safety concerns. In this study, observations w…
View article: Can zigzag marking improve pedestrian safety at unsignalized crosswalks? An observational before-after study in Israel
Can zigzag marking improve pedestrian safety at unsignalized crosswalks? An observational before-after study in Israel Open
Zigzag road marking near unsignalized pedestrian crosswalks is common in some countries but not yet allowed in Israel. An observational before-after study was conducted to explore its impacts on pedestrian crossing conditions. The measure …
View article: Evaluating the impacts of the demerit points system on traffic law violations and driver involvement in road accidents in Israel
Evaluating the impacts of the demerit points system on traffic law violations and driver involvement in road accidents in Israel Open
Demerit points systems (DPS) have been used in many countries as a means for improving road safety, by monitoring traffic law violations of drivers and applying corrective measures to repeat offenders, while knowledge on their safety impac…
View article: Examining the Safety Impacts of High-Occupancy Vehicle Lanes: International Experience and an Evaluation of First Operation in Israel
Examining the Safety Impacts of High-Occupancy Vehicle Lanes: International Experience and an Evaluation of First Operation in Israel Open
Current transport policies promote better use of existing roadways by using traffic management strategies such as high-occupancy vehicle (HOV) lanes. International experience showed positive mobility impacts of HOV lanes, while research ev…
View article: A comparative evaluation of the safety performance of bus priority route configurations
A comparative evaluation of the safety performance of bus priority route configurations Open
One way to promote public transport use in cities lies in establishing bus priority routes (BPRs) on main traffic arterials, to reduce bus travel times. But, BPRs require infrastructure changes in road layouts, creating more complex traffi…
View article: Redesign of existing motorway sections to increase capacity: a pilot evaluation of safety-related impacts, in Israel
Redesign of existing motorway sections to increase capacity: a pilot evaluation of safety-related impacts, in Israel Open
In Israel as in other countries, motorway design standards are higher compared to other road types, in particular, with regard to lane and shoulder width. However, due to steadily-increasing congestion on the main road network, additional …
View article: The perception of the demerit point system by drivers: a comparative focus-groups' study in Israel
The perception of the demerit point system by drivers: a comparative focus-groups' study in Israel Open
The purpose of this paper is to estimate how the new point system is perceived by the Israeli drivers, in consideration of the broader context of the motives and factors that impact behaviors on the road. The study examines differences in …
View article: Exploring the safety level of a signalized roundabout with crossing BRT: an observational pilot, in Israel
Exploring the safety level of a signalized roundabout with crossing BRT: an observational pilot, in Israel Open
Bus rapid transit (BRT) systems promote public transport use in big cities, but their implementation requires substantial changes in urban infrastructure, with impacts on road user behaviours and safety. In Israel, recently, a BRT system c…
View article: Safety-related behaviours of e-cyclists on urban streets: an observational study in Israel
Safety-related behaviours of e-cyclists on urban streets: an observational study in Israel Open
E-bicycles (or e-bikes) provide a convenient form of mobility in urban areas, with a potential for improving the sustainability of urban transport. However, there is a growing concern of e-bike injury whilst urban space may not yet be adap…
View article: Exploring safety-related behaviours of e-cyclists on urban streets; an observational study
Exploring safety-related behaviours of e-cyclists on urban streets; an observational study Open
E-bikes provide a potential for improving sustainable urban mobility. However, there are concerns of e-cycling related injury. In this study, observational surveys of e-bikes were conducted in Israeli cities to explore their presence and s…
View article: A trial to allow motorcycles on bus lanes in Tel-Aviv: an assessment of mobility and safety impacts
A trial to allow motorcycles on bus lanes in Tel-Aviv: an assessment of mobility and safety impacts Open
While motorcycles or powered two-wheelers (PTWs) provide mobility benefits in dense urban areas, their riders are exposed to a high risk of injury. Bus lane use by PTWs is suggested in international practice as a measure for improving PTW …
View article: An Examination of the Safety Impacts of Bus Priority Routes in Major Israeli Cities
An Examination of the Safety Impacts of Bus Priority Routes in Major Israeli Cities Open
Bus priority routes (BPRs) promote public transport use in urban areas; however, their safety impacts are not sufficiently understood. Along with proven positive mobility effects, such systems may lead to crash increases. This study examin…
View article: Evaluating Impacts of a Leading Pedestrian Signal on Pedestrian Crossing Conditions at Signalized Urban Intersections: A Field Study
Evaluating Impacts of a Leading Pedestrian Signal on Pedestrian Crossing Conditions at Signalized Urban Intersections: A Field Study Open
Signalized intersections appear among urban locations with a high frequency of pedestrian injury. Due to the need to move large traffic volumes, a shared vehicle-pedestrian green phase is generally applied for turning vehicles and crossing…
View article: Speed perception by drivers as dependent on urban street design; a case-study
Speed perception by drivers as dependent on urban street design; a case-study Open
The strategy of sustainable road safety aims to match the road design characteristics to the target travel speeds, on every road type. This study examined the speed perception by drivers on collector urban roads in Israel, as reflected in …
View article: Speeds of Young E-Cyclists on Urban Streets and Related Risk Factors: An Observational Study in Israel
Speeds of Young E-Cyclists on Urban Streets and Related Risk Factors: An Observational Study in Israel Open
In Israel, a growing use of electric bicycles by youngsters has been noted, with an increase in related injuries. In this study, an observational survey was conducted on typical urban streets, aiming to characterize the riding speeds of yo…
View article: Alternative transport means in city centers: exploring the levels of use, typical behaviours and risk factors
Alternative transport means in city centers: exploring the levels of use, typical behaviours and risk factors Open
Alternative transport means (ATMs) such as e-bicycles, electric scooters, mobility scooters (for the elderly) and segways, suggest improved mobility for individual road users, with associated benefits of reduced congestion and energy savin…
View article: Youngsters’ Opinions and Attitudes toward the Use of Electric Bicycles in Israel
Youngsters’ Opinions and Attitudes toward the Use of Electric Bicycles in Israel Open
Throughout Israel, unlike other countries, a growing use of electric bicycle (EB) by youngsters (below 18) has been observed, accompanied by a drastic increase in the number of related injuries. This phenomenon is widely discussed by vario…
View article: Young e-cyclists in Israeli cities: a characterization of typical behaviours and risk factors based on field observations
Young e-cyclists in Israeli cities: a characterization of typical behaviours and risk factors based on field observations Open
Electric power-assisted bicycles (e-bicycles) provide a convenient form of mobility in urban areas, being an attractive alternative to private cars, usual cycling and walking. However, there is a growing concern of their associated injurie…
View article: Design of crosswalks for children A synthesis of best practice
Design of crosswalks for children A synthesis of best practice Open
A synthesis of best practice was done to come up with a "best design" of crosswalks used by children. The analysis is based on studies from three sites in Sweden and three in Israel, research results concerning "ideal" interactions, and a …
View article: Exploring Safety Impacts of Pedestrian Crossing Configurations at Signalized Junctions on Urban Roads with Public Transport Routes
Exploring Safety Impacts of Pedestrian Crossing Configurations at Signalized Junctions on Urban Roads with Public Transport Routes Open
This study explored the impacts of pedestrian-crossing configurations and other design features, on accident occurrences at signalized junctions situated on central public-transport-routes (PTR) of urban arterials. Statistical tests and st…
View article: The Relationship between Free-Flow Travel Speeds, Infrastructure Characteristics and Accidents, on Single-Carriageway Roads
The Relationship between Free-Flow Travel Speeds, Infrastructure Characteristics and Accidents, on Single-Carriageway Roads Open
This study explored the relationship between travel speeds and accidents on single-carriageway roads, accounting for traffic exposure and road infrastructure characteristics. The speed data are free-flow travel speeds collected by GPS devi…
View article: Safety Management of Non-urban Roads in Israel: An Application of Empirical Bayes Evaluation
Safety Management of Non-urban Roads in Israel: An Application of Empirical Bayes Evaluation Open
A safety management system was established to provide for continuously improved safety levels of the non-urban roads in Israel.One of the main functions of the system lies in the identification and treatment of HL (hazardous locations) on …
View article: 516 Children are walking! Innovative study of travel patterns and safety
516 Children are walking! Innovative study of travel patterns and safety Open
Background An increasing interest in the lifestyle and active mobility of children and continuing concern for their travel safety and secure environment requires detailed information about trip patterns and activities. There is little rese…
View article: The Use of Mobility Scooters by the Elderly – A Feasibility Study in Israel
The Use of Mobility Scooters by the Elderly – A Feasibility Study in Israel Open
Studies worldwide indicate that an active lifestyle, including mobility, is essential for the quality of life of the elderly. Given the decline in elderly people's ability to serve as vehicle drivers and their physical limitations for long…
View article: Investigating Road Safety Management Systems in the European Countries: Patterns and Particularities
Investigating Road Safety Management Systems in the European Countries: Patterns and Particularities Open
A road safety management (RSM) system can be defined as “a complex institutional structure that involves cooperating and interacting bodies which support the tasks and processes necessary for the prevention and reduction of road traffic in…
View article: Bus Operations on Hard Shoulders During Congested Morning Hours – A Pilot Evaluation in Israel
Bus Operations on Hard Shoulders During Congested Morning Hours – A Pilot Evaluation in Israel Open
Promoting the use of public transport was stated by the Ministry of Transport in Israel as one of its main policy priorities. Amongst others, a solution allowing bus operations on hard shoulders of existing road sections during congested h…
View article: The Identification of Infrastructure Characteristics Influencing Travel Speeds on Single-carriageway Roads to Promote Self-explaining Roads
The Identification of Infrastructure Characteristics Influencing Travel Speeds on Single-carriageway Roads to Promote Self-explaining Roads Open
Road design characteristics should deliver a clear message to drivers on the appropriate speeds. This approach is known in the literature as "self-explaining roads" (SER). In Israel, new guidelines for setting speeds on the road network we…