# Bike Lane Separators The Armadillo by Cyclehoop Increases Safety for Road Cyclists By Meghan Young | Published 2014-01-31 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/armadillo-by-cyclehoop References: [core77](http://www.core77.com/blog/transportation/in_one_london_neighborhood_armadillos_boost_cycling_uptake_by_40_to_50_26350.asp) & [cyclehoop](http://www.cyclehoop.com/product/cycle-access-and-facilities/armadillos/) The Armadillo by Cyclehoop is a [cycle lane separator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/londons-cycleway-network) that could very well save the lives of [cyclists around the world](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/livall-ai-visual-smart-helmet). Even with a designated cycle lane, drivers tend to swerve in front of cyclists when making a right hand turn or attempting to bypass a slower driver. The Armadillo by Cyclehoop will provide a rude awakening for those who think they can cross over when it benefits them. Taking on the form of the hard-shelled animal it is named after, the Armadillo by Cyclehoop is available in three sizes. Made out of 100% recycled PVC and covered in [reflective stripes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lumos-nyxel), they were tested in London's Camden borough last year, which resulted in an overall positive response. Most excitingly, it was noted that cycling traffic increased while cars speed slowed down. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 38% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Cycle Lane Separators:** The development of new cycle lane separators will revolutionize the safety of cyclists when traveling on roads - **Reflective Road Technologies:** Development of reflective road fixtures and paint will enhance road safety for motorists and cyclists alike - **Eco-friendly Construction Materials:** The use of eco-friendly construction materials in road and infrastructure construction will open new innovation opportunities ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Construction:** The construction industry can develop and utilize more eco-friendly materials in road construction to promote sustainability - **Transportation and Logistics:** The transportation industry should take advantage of cycles to build innovative products that promote cyclist safety on the roads - **Local Government:** Local governments should consider introducing separation systems in the transport system to create more safety and convenience for the citizens ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Road-Monitoring Cyclist Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/advanced-driver-assistance-system.md) - [Cyclist Safety-Focused Smart Sensors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyclist-safety1.md) - [Safety-Focused Bike Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-boxes.md) - [Tech-Visible Bike Reflectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/radian-wingman.md) - [Character-Like Roadway Bollards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/safety-bollard.md) - [Cyclist Safety Light Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bike-safety-device.md) - [Collision Alert Bike Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roadio-system.md) - [Climate-Controlled Cycling Paths](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cycling-path.md) - [Ruggedized Rollable Bicycle Mudguards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bicycle-mudguard.md)