No fall in motorcycle fatalities in 2020
Provisional data shows 31 motorcyclists were killed on the Capital’s roads during 2020 – the same number as in 2019.
PTWs ‘ride to the rescue’ in 2020
Powered Two Wheelers (PTWs) ‘firmly cemented their place in the emerging transport hierarchy’ in 2020, according to the Motorcycle Industry Association (MCIA).
Campaign offers free CBT courses to new riders
A new campaign has been launched to support new riders interested in getting their motorcycle licence.
Festive drink and drug warning for London’s motorists
Ahead of the festive period, the Met Police is stepping up efforts to detect and arrest those who drive and ride under the influence of alcohol and drugs.
Time to level up motorcycling – MAG
The Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) says the Government’s new £4bn ‘levelling up fund’ is a great opportunity for motorcycling in England.
Motorcycle KSIs ‘reducing in all regions’ – MAG
The Motorcycle Action Group says motorcycling is ‘getting safer’, and therefore ‘long standing prejudices are not legitimate and must be challenged’.
Westminster City Council completes 20mph rollout
Riders travelling through Westminster will now have to adhere to a borough-wide 20mph speed limit.
Government urged to recognise PTW retailers as essential businesses
The MCIA is calling on the Government to add PTW retailers in England to its list of essential businesses, alongside bicycle shops.
Motorcycling on the Festival agenda
Motorcycling is the theme for day five of the Festival of Road Safety, which kicks off next week.
Advanced motorcyclists ‘more safety conscious’
IAM RoadSmart says motorcyclists who have taken its advanced rider course are involved in fewer collisions.
Motorcycle safety a ‘high priority’ for TfL
The number of motorcyclists killed on London’s roads rose by 27% in 2019, new statistics have revealed.
Figures lift the lid on speed compliance
Nearly two-thirds of riders exceeded the speed limit on 30mph roads in 2019, new statistics show.