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Shock in Calw: 15-year-old crashes through car door with Pedelec!
A 15-year-old Pedelec driver had an accident in Calw when a passenger unexpectedly opened the car door. He suffered serious injuries.
Shock in Calw: 15-year-old crashes through car door with Pedelec!
A tragic incident occurred on Wednesday afternoon, October 28th, in Inselgasse in Calw. A 15-year-old boy who was riding his Pedelec fell and was seriously injured when a passenger in a Mercedes suddenly opened the door without paying attention to the traffic. The teenager no longer had the opportunity to get out of the way in time and fell. According to ka-news.de, the Pedelec driver was then taken to a hospital by the emergency services. However, the police did not release any details about the nature and severity of the injuries, nor the amount of damage.
Given the increasing use of Pedelecs in our society, it becomes clear how important it is to pay attention to road safety. Pedelecs, i.e. electrically assisted bicycles, can reach speeds of up to 25 km/h and allow riders to cover longer distances effortlessly. These modern means of transport, which are very popular in many European countries, fall under the legal requirements for electric bicycles. According to UK regulations, an EAPC (Electrically Assisted Pedal Cycle) does not require a driving license or third party insurance as long as the technical specifications are met.
Accident prevention and safety awareness
The police strongly advise vehicle occupants to take a look in the rearview and side mirrors before opening the car doors. Such accidents could often be avoided by taking simple precautions. This is particularly important for the popular Pedelecs, which can be operated with a maximum motor power of 250 watts and a top speed of 25 km/h. These regulations are intended to ensure the safety not only of cyclists, but also of drivers.
The legal requirements are clear: EAPCs must have functioning pedals and cannot travel faster than 25 km/h, while in most European countries they are accessible to people aged 14 and over. It is therefore essential that both drivers and cyclists are aware of the risks and rules on the road and act responsibly.
Finally, this incident shows how important it is to be considerate in traffic. Nothing should be more important than the safety of all road users. The growing popularity of Pedelecs requires an increased level of attention and good safety awareness in order to avoid similar accidents in the future.