Pensioners riding electric bikes lead to increased cycling deaths in the Netherlands

Number of cyclists killed exceeds number killed in cars for first time

An increase in the number of pensioners, particularly men, riding electric bikes has led to an increase in the number of cycling deaths in the Netherlands.

For the first time the number of cyclists killed on Dutch roads has exceeded the number of people killed in cars, with the increase in cyclists' deaths largely down to a rise in the number of older men riding electric bikes.

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Henry Robertshaw began his time at Cycling Weekly working with the tech team, writing reviews, buying guides and appearing in videos advising on how to dress for the seasons. He later moved over to the news team, where his work focused on the professional peloton as well as legislation and provision for cycling. He's since moved his career in a new direction, with a role at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.