South Carolina has adopted a new Bicycle Safety Stop law that allows cyclists to treat stop signs as yield signs when it is safe to do so. Here’s what the new law means for riders, drivers, and communities across the Upstate.
A major change is coming for South Carolina UTV owners. Beginning November 18, 2026, properly registered and insured side-by-sides will be allowed on certain public roads throughout the state. Here’s what Upstate riders need to know about the new law, including registration requirements, road restrictions, safety rules, and what it means for communities across Pickens County and beyond.