Ride Safely This Summer: New Technology Meets Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month

May marks the beginning of Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a time when families across the U.S. are preparing for summer road trips. As peak riding season approaches, it is important for both motorists and motorcyclists to be aware of safety tips to ensure a safe road trip season ahead.

With their smaller profile, motorcyclists can be more difficult to see in traffic. This increases risks as more people take to the roads during peak riding season. The Motorcycle Safety Foundation, with over 50 years of rider education and training, provides life-saving tips for both motorists and motorcyclists.

One motorcycle safety expert, Andria Yu, shares information about new technology for motorcycle riders. She mentions the use of airbag vests that deploy faster than the blink of an eye. These vests use sensors and algorithms to detect a crash before it happens, providing an extra layer of protection for riders.

Yu learned how to ride motorcycles 20 years ago as a way to commute to her newspaper job and has turned her hobby into a rewarding career. She joined the Motorcycle Industry Council and Motorcycle Safety Foundation in 2016, where she continues to promote motorcycle safety and education.

As we gear up for summer road trips, it is important for all road users to stay informed about motorcycle safety precautions. By following safety tips and being aware of new technology like airbag vests, motorists and motorcyclists can ensure a safe and enjoyable road trip season ahead.