Drivers and vacationers traveling into California began following new traffic rules on January 1 as several public safety laws took effect.
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) is highlighting the changes to make sure people understand the updates, especially in areas like South Lake Tahoe.
According to CHP South Lake Tahoe in a Facebook post, the laws signed by Governor Gavin Newsom cover crimes, electric bicycles, off-highway motorcycles, pedestrian safety, highway work zones, vehicle regulations, and autonomous vehicles.
Some of the changes include new rules for burglary tools, required equipment for electric bicycles, and regulations for off-highway electric motorcycles. School zone speed limits have been updated to improve pedestrian safety, and the State Highway Work Zone Speed Safety Program introduces additional speed controls.
Other updates affect vehicle safety, traffic speed limits, vehicle removal procedures, and rules for electric bicycles, powered mobility devices, and their batteries.
Autonomous vehicle operations will follow new regulations under AB 1777, the post says.
Drivers who often travel between Nevada and California are encouraged to review the full list of laws on CHP’s website.Â
(The California Highway Patrol contributed to this story.)
