Rio Delays Rule That Promises to Remove Motorcycles From Central Lanes of Av. Brasil, Presidente Vargas, and das Américas and Limit Speed to 60km/h

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Published on 02/06/2025 at 20:08

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Pressure Works: Paes Retracts and Motorcycles Will No Longer Be Blocked on Central Lanes or Limited to 60 km/h

Amid an alarming scenario of accidents involving motorcyclists, the City Hall of Rio de Janeiro announced and subsequently retracted measures aimed at restricting the circulation of motorcycles on the central lanes of Av. Brasil, Presidente Vargas, and das Américas. The proposals, which also included a speed limit of 60 km/h, sparked intense debates among authorities and motorcycle representatives.

Motorcycle Accidents Spike 145% in RJ

Recent data reveals a significant increase in accidents involving motorcycles in Rio de Janeiro. In 2024, over 49,000 accidents were reported, representing a growth of 145.7% compared to the previous year. Additionally, 77% of traffic accidents attended by the Fire Department involved motorcycles.

City Hall Proposed Measures to Reduce Accidents:

Speed Limit: Establish a limit of 60 km/h for motorcycles throughout the city.
Circulation Restriction: Prohibit motorcycles from traveling on the central lanes of Av. Brasil, Presidente Vargas, and das Américas, allowing only the use of side lanes.

These measures were part of the Road Safety Plan, launched during the Yellow May campaign, aimed at raising awareness about traffic safety.

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Reversal After Dialogue with Motorcyclists

After meetings with representatives of motorcyclists and motorcycle taxi drivers, Mayor Eduardo Paes decided to postpone the implementation of the measures. The primary concern raised was the safety in the side lanes, where there is a higher risk of robberies and accidents due to the presence of buses and trucks.

“I was approached by several representatives of motorcycle groups. The main issue is the side lanes; there is a risk of robbery. Things in Rio de Janeiro. It’s difficult,” said the mayor to CBN.

Additionally, the proposal to acquire 150 exclusive radars to monitor motorcyclists was also discarded.

City Hall Maintains Other Actions to Improve Road Safety:

Expansion of Motorcycle Lanes: The goal is to expand from 6 km to 200 km by 2028, with 55 km planned by the end of this year, including Avenida das Américas and other important roads.
Partnerships with Apps: Agreements with platforms like iFood and 99 aim to share data on motorcyclist behavior and implement educational and punitive measures.

Impact on Health Services

The increase in motorcycle accidents has overloaded the city’s health services. In 2024, hospitals recorded over 19,000 treatments for motorcycle accident victims, a 32% increase compared to the previous year.

The situation highlights the need for ongoing dialogue between authorities and motorcycle representatives to develop solutions that ensure traffic safety without compromising the mobility of professionals who rely on motorcycles for work.

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Rio Delays Rule That Promises to Remove Motorcycles From Central Lanes of Av. Brasil, Presidente Vargas, and das Américas and Limit Speed to 60km/h

Pressure Works: Paes Retracts and Motorcycles Will No Longer Be Blocked on Central Lanes or Limited to 60 km/h

Motorcycle Accidents Spike 145% in RJ

City Hall Proposed Measures to Reduce Accidents:

Reversal After Dialogue with Motorcyclists

City Hall Maintains Other Actions to Improve Road Safety:

Impact on Health Services

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Rio Delays Rule That Promises to Remove Motorcycles From Central Lanes of Av. Brasil, Presidente Vargas, and das Américas and Limit Speed to 60km/h

Pressure Works: Paes Retracts and Motorcycles Will No Longer Be Blocked on Central Lanes or Limited to 60 km/h

Motorcycle Accidents Spike 145% in RJ

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Reversal After Dialogue with Motorcyclists

City Hall Maintains Other Actions to Improve Road Safety:

Impact on Health Services

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