It’s springtime, and as temperatures increase more and more motorcyclists are hitting the road. While drivers should always be aware of motorcycles on the road, spring is a particularly dangerous time for motorcycle-related accidents as drivers aren’t as used to seeing them on the road. Motorcycles make up only about 3% of the total motor […]
Serious Motorcycle Accident in Chesapeake, Virginia
A motorcycle and SUV were involved in a serious accident at around 8:00a.m. on Tuesday, July 29, 2014 in Chesapeake, Virginia. According to Officer Kelly O’Sullivan with the Chesapeake Police Department, the accident occurred at Greenbrier Parkway and Kempsville Road. Authorities say the person who was riding the motorcycle was airlifted by Nightingale to Sentara […]
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
Compared to drivers of cars, trucks and other motor vehicles, motorcyclists are 35 times more likely to be involved in a fatal road accident. That is a startling statistic, and one that underscores the need for drivers to be alert when sharing the road with motorcycle riders. May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, which is […]
Motorcyclist in Suffolk Crash Airlifted by Nightingale
A two vehicle accident involving a pickup truck and a motorcycle occurred on Tuesday, October 21st, 2014. The accident happened around 7:15a.m. in the 4400 block of Bridge Road and intersection of Townpoint Road in Suffolk, Virginia. The female motorcyclist was airlifted by Nightingale to Sentara Norfolk General Hospital for serious injuries. No further information […]
Top 4 Tips on Motorcycle Safety
Motorcycle crashes remain one of the most prevalent causes of injury and death on the road. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, motorcyclists are 30 times more likely to die in a collision than those in a motor vehicle. Following safety guidelines can significantly decrease your risk of an accident. A combination of […]
Top 5 Motorcycle Safety Tips
Motorcycle crashes remain one of the most prevalent causes of injury and death on the road. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, motorcyclists are 30 times more likely to die in a collision than those in a motor vehicle. Following basic safety guidelines can greatly reduce your risk of collision. A combination of […]
Back to School Safety Tips for Motorists
The beginning of another academic year is just around the corner! Expect to soon see many yellow school buses and children with backpacks crossing the streets. During this school year, not only parents but every driver must be reminded to practice caution and good judgment when using the roadways. School buses are the main source […]
Finding a Motorcycle Helmet That Fits You!
If you are a motorcycle owner, you should never hit the road without wearing a helmet. In an accident, motorcycle helmets absorb the impact of a collision on the brain and keep your head safe. There are two important times you should replace your helmet: after a motorcycle crash, and every two to four years. […]
What are the 5 Most Common Motorcycle Accidents?
According to the National Traffic Safety Administration, most motorcycle accidents allow the driver less than two seconds to avoid an accident. Motorcyclists are one of the most vulnerable drivers on the road. In Virginia, the 5 most common causes of motorcycle crashes are: • Failure to correctly turn on country roads. Country roads require skill […]
May Is Motorcycle Awareness Month
May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month – a national initiative aimed at getting motorists and motorcyclists alike to conscientiously and courteously “share the road” with each other. Motorcycle crashes remain one of the most prevalent causes of death and injury on the road. According to the Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, or […]
Virginia Debuts Motorcycle Rider Alert Cards
The state of Virginia has just announced a new program aimed at providing motorcyclists prompt and proper care after an accident. The program includes new “Rider Alert Cards” that will be placed inside the riders’ helmet that contains medical information, emergency contacts and other pertinent information. The goal is that first responders will have quicker […]
Now that Spring Has Sprung, Beware of Motorcycles on the Highways
It’s springtime, and as temperatures increase more and more motorcyclists are hitting the road. While motorists should always be aware of motorcycles on the road, spring is a particularly dangerous time for motorcycle related accidents as drivers aren’t as used to seeing them on the road. While motorcycles make up only about 3% of the […]