Due to the lack of protection a motorcycle provides, motorcyclists are more vulnerable to serious injuries if they are in a crash. Taking proper safety precautions can make a world of difference in the outcome of these crashes. If motorcyclists knew the importance of motorcycle helmets and wore them whenever they rode their motorcycle, it …
There are nearly 850,000 licensed motorcyclists in Pennsylvania. During May, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, along with local and state law enforcement, will be reminding everyone about the importance of motorcycle safety. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, (NHTSA), motorcyclist deaths occur 28 times more frequently than fatalities in other vehicles. In 2019, (2020 …
There are nearly 850,000 licensed motorcyclists in Pennsylvania. PennDOT has created a comprehensive motorcycle safety campaign called, Live Free Ride Alive. The campaign was designed to reduce the number of motorcycle crashes and fatalities on Pennsylvania’s roadways. Warmer weather means more motorcycles on the road. A significant number of motorcycle accidents are caused by an …
A motorcycle crash on East Carson Street and South 11th Street has left one man dead. According to police, the accident occurred shortly after 9 p.m. on Tuesday night. The motorcyclist was taken to a nearby hospital for treatment where he later died due to the extent of his injuries. He was wearing a helmet …
Sharing the Road with Motorcycles. As temperatures increase, so will the number of motorcycles on the road; sadly you will also see an increase in motorcycle accidents. According to the 2017 Pennsylvania Crash Facts and Statistics manual, (2018 has not been released yet) In 2017 there were a reported 3,275 motorcycle accidents in Pennsylvania; 185 …
