Did you know that May is Motorcycle Safety Month? As more riders return to the open road, the American Motorcyclist Association reminds motorists to look for motorcycles and extend courtesy to their two-wheeled counterparts this Motorcycle Awareness Month. May heralds the unofficial start of the summer travel season, and this annual campaign aims to increase awareness and advocate for enhanced safety measures that improve motorcyclist safety nationwide.
During Motorcycle Awareness Month, and all year long, it’s imperative that motorists and motorcyclists work together to create safe roadways and reduce the number of crashes on our nation’s highways.
In a recent survey, AMA members indicated that the most concerning issues facing motorcyclists on the road pertain to distracted driving and the inattentive usage of Automated Driving Systems (ADS) in cars and trucks. Motorcycle Safety Month stresses the importance of exercising vigilance behind the wheel and avoiding all distractions while driving.
Middle Creek Insurance also wants to remind those who own cars with advanced driver assist capabilities to remain alert and attentive when operating their vehicle. Additionally, drivers should remain aware of their surroundings when using driver-assisted technology, including lane-keeping assistance, automated braking and adaptive cruise control, as many of those features remain in the early stages of development.
As we celebrate Motorcycle Awareness Month this May, Middle Creek Insurance urges all road users — including both cars and motorcycles — to drive safely and remain vigilant on the road to ensure a safe environment for riders and drivers alike.
We will be posting Motorcycle Safety tips throughout the Month to promote Motorcycle Safety awareness. Do you need Motorcycle Insurance? Give us a call at 919-524-2149 before heading out this Spring. In addition to bigger bikes, we also offer coverage options for moped, scooter, golf mobiles, and trikes.
