Analysing the Government’s motorcycle casualty figures
New data shows that as the number of miles ridden by motorcyclists climbed in 2021 following the Covid pandemic, sadly so did the number of riders killed.
“Ignoring tyre safety is inexcusable”
Tyres are all too often overlooked even though they may be the decisive factor in whether a collision can be avoided or not.
Concerns from motorcyclists about self-driving cars “are entirely valid”
As the first vulnerable road user group that will interact with self-driving vehicles, motorcyclists need to play an influential role in their introduction.
Motorcycle sector ‘continues to buck the economic trend’
“In the face of economic uncertainty for many, the benefits of motorcycles, scooters and other powered light vehicles… continue to shine through.”
Motorcycle decarbonisation plans “economically and socially catastrophic”
Two of the motorcycle industry’s leading voices continue to express strong opposition towards Government plans to end the sale of all new fossil-fuelled motorbikes and mopeds by 2035.
Figures highlight vulnerability of riders on SRN
New data has once again highlighted the dangers riders face when out on England’s motorways and A roads.
Record motorcycle test numbers “great news”
A record number of people are taking, and passing, their motorcycle test.
Self-driving revolution to arrive by 2025
Motorcyclists could face the prospect of sharing the road with driverless vehicles as soon as 2025.
Market for petrol motorcycles ‘remains strong’
New figures underline why the motorcycle sector needs a different approach to phasing out non zero-emission vehicles, in particular where bikes are primarily used for sport and leisure activities.
Motorcyclists encouraged to ‘ride smarter’ this summer
GEM Motoring Assist is calling on ‘born again bikers’ to put safety first this summer by brushing up on their skills and recognising that their reaction time may have slowed significantly.
Motorcycle sector needs ‘different approach’ to zero emission transition
The MCIA says it will continue to push the case for why more time is needed to phase out the sales of large capacity motorcycles which are not zero emission.
New Rider Hub launches summer infographics campaign
A series of four summer infographics, which shine a beam of light on several key issues impacting young riders, will be shared on social media over the coming weeks.