2013

A new article takes a look at some of the issues confronting drivers in San Jose and other environs in California.  A host of questions was posed to a columnist, who then sought to enlighten citizens as to the various laws in place.  For instance, one person wonders why hands-free texting is still legal despite… read more

Officials with the state of Utah are concerned about an uptick in the number of motorcycle deaths, but as various sources confirm, that state is not alone.  Numerous trends have contributed to an increase in the number of motorcyclist fatalities across the country, and only time will tell if the risks can be mitigated through… read more

The threat of a burn associated with a piece of clothing has prompted the recall of that item, and because there have already been two incidents reports recorded, consumers should follow the directives of this recall at once.  Given the nature of the product, the recall could also have ramifications for highway safety, so please… read more

When riding a motorcycle, visibility is key.  You never know when another vehicle operator will be using their cellphone, changing the radio station, or just generally fail to provide their full attention to the road.  As such, it’s imperative that motorcyclists wear bright clothing, avoid blind spots, and make their every maneuver known prior to… read more

Today is officially the start of spring, and although that doesn’t necessarily mean that we’ve all seen the end of cold weather until next fall, a greater abundance of warmer days means that more and more motorcycles are going to be on the road.  As such, the police department of Anne Arundel County, Maryland is… read more

Every day that passes brings us closer and closer to the end of winter, and as such, we’re going to start seeing more motorcycles out on the road.  But as persons pull their bikes out for the first time in what may have been months, it becomes imperative that safety remains a priority.  To that… read more

Companies across the world continue to develop systems meant to improve safety along the roads.  Although many of these technologies are geared toward automobiles and their occupants, that isn’t always the case.  Yesterday we brought you news of a Swedish team that worked on an airbag that inflates around a bicyclist’s head when it senses… read more

Motorcycle safety is especially important in California, where many parts of the state enjoy warm weather all year round.  Numerous organizations are out there which encourage motorcycle safety, and one such agency is touting four decades of offering training to motorcyclists. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation was founded in 1973 so that motorcyclists would have somewhere… read more

Enduro motorcycles of the 2012 and 2013 model years have been recalled by the Amherst, Ohio-based KTM North America.  1,300 closed-course and off-road motorcycles in total are affected by the recall, and each was sold by an authorized dealer between October 2011 and this past September.  13 persons have reported experiencing a fuel leak.  This… read more

Motorcycle laws are not created equal across the United States.  Mandatory helmet laws are not applicable in every state, and rates of motorcycle fatalities vary in every locale.  However, a new report sheds a light on what can be done to improve safety across the country. The report released by the Government Accountability Office suggests… read more

Motorcycle safety has become a top priority for the California Highway Patrol.  Thanks to a grant from the NHTSA and the California Office of Traffic Safety, the organization will combine enforcement and education in order to protect motorcyclists over the next year.  The ongoing campaign is set to be carried out up until the end… read more

It’s estimated that at least one million Californians take to the road on the back of a motorcycle throughout the year.  As such, motorcycle safety in our state is particularly important.  That’s why it’s disappointing to see a report detailing a rise in motorcycle fatalities between 2010 and 2011. The fatality rate is up by… read more