Road Safety - Look out for Motorcycles

Expect the Unexpected - Look out for motorcycles
How often have you been driving along thinking you’re aware of other traffic then suddenly realised that a motorcyclist is alongside you? It makes you go cold doesn’t it? You know how easy it would have been to cause an accident. Motorcyclists represent less than 1% of road traffic yet they account for almost 18% of deaths and serious injuries and, though riders can be at fault, motorists are frequently the cause. Remember, in a collision, motorcycle riders are 40 times more likely to be killed than car drivers so: At junctions, take a moment longer to look for motorcycles. Check your mirrors regularly and before manoeuvring. Give motorcyclists as much room as you would a car. Be aware of the blind spots in your car. Even when you’re parked, check before opening your car door.
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