traffic laws – ClarkCountyToday.com

Opinion: Yielding, a lot like stopping

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 21:36:04 +0000

Washington is one of 12 states (plus the District of Columbia) where cyclists can legally treat stop signs as yield signs.

Opinion: Bike lanes aren’t two-way streets

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:58:01 +0000

Doug Dahl explains why riding against traffic in bike lanes creates dangerous intersection conflicts and forces cyclists into vehicle lanes.

Opinion: Crashes, crime, and confusion – Who’s responsible in parking lots?

ClarkCountyToday.com — Fri, 24 Apr 2026 15:47:02 +0000

Target Zero Manager Doug Dahl explains why police rarely patrol grocery store parking lots and what drivers can do.

Increasing interest in motorcycle riding means increasing risks for inexperienced riders

ClarkCountyToday.com — Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:47:05 +0000

WSP launches early safety campaign as fatality rates for motorcyclists reach 27 times higher than car occupants.

Opinion: Passing a cyclist – Law, myth and a little patience

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:09:24 +0000

Most drivers can't legally pass cyclists in-lane due to vehicle width versus road measurements.

Opinion: In plain sight – yielding to pedestrians

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 26 Mar 2026 19:55:47 +0000

Drivers often fail to see pedestrians due to inattentional blindness, which highlights the need for more focused awareness at intersections and stronger safety practices.

Opinion: The right of way in roundabouts

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 06 Nov 2025 22:04:53 +0000

Doug Dahl explains who has the right-of-way when two cars enter a roundabout at different speeds, emphasizing due care and responsible driving.

Opinion: Almost right about four way stops

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 16 Oct 2025 17:32:48 +0000

Doug Dahl explains how intersection laws differ from the Driver Guide and why being “almost right” at four-way stops can still keep drivers safe.

Opinion: Riding the right way in traffic

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:07:05 +0000

Doug Dahl warns cyclists that riding against traffic is dangerous and illegal, increasing fatal crash risk fourfold compared to riding with traffic.

Opinion: High beams and parallel roads

ClarkCountyToday.com — Thu, 16 Jan 2025 19:31:24 +0000

Doug Dahl of The Wise Drive explains the laws and considerations for using high beams on parallel roads and divided highways.