Can Roundabouts Make Rural Roads Safer? Dr. Jeff Casello Shares His Insights

Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Can Roundabouts Make Rural Roads Safer? Dr. Jeff Casello Shares His Insights

In a recent CBC article, Dr. Jeff Casello discusses how roundabouts can enhance safety by slowing down traffic and reducing conflict points. This is particularly crucial in rural areas, where intersections meet at odd angles, and high speeds and limited visibility often lead to severe collisions.  

This piece offers a compelling example of how innovative design and thoughtful planning can work together to create safer, more efficient transportation systems. 

Read the full article here: Can roundabouts help reduce crashes at rural intersections? 

Picture of the Roundabout Sign at Oxford Road 6 and Oxford Road 2

Roundabout Sign at Oxford Road 6 and Oxford Road 2