Survivors of car crashes, blunt force trauma, falls, and other accidents account for the 1.7 million Americans who sustain traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) every year. Depending on the severity of the injury, survivors may need an extended period of rehabilitation. In our great state of Colorado, many programs can help individuals and their families recover.… read more
Honda, BMW and Yamaha are working together to develop technology that will help motorcycles communicate with each other. Cooperative-Intelligent Transportation Systems allow motorcycles to share information and coordinate together. The signed agreement between the manufacturers, called the Connected Motorcycle Consortium, is laying the foundation for future advancements in smart vehicle technology, such as allowing motorcycles… read more
An Australian toddler was given a second chance at life after doctors performed an incredible surgery to reconnect his spinal cord and head. After a serious car accident, the toddler’s mother pulled him from the wreckage and was horrified to discover his neck had been broken. The toddler had sustained what is known as a… read more
Many of us riders know that part of motorcycle safety is to expect worst-case scenarios, such as road debris, potholes and oil slicks. Some scenarios, while seeming unlikely, can cause motorcycle accidents. Not all motorists respect the environment, and some may not see the harm in throwing trash out of their windows while driving 70… read more
The Wyoming Department of Transportation (WYDOT) will be receiving high-tech upgrades for its snowplows, trucks and other roadside equipment to help prevent accidents. A grant from the United States Department of Transportation will provide WYDOT with $5 million in funds to develop apps and other wireless communications that can help drivers receive accurate information on… read more
A new invention that combines a motorcycle and jet ski was showcased at the American International Motorcycle Expo in Florida, and it has gathered a lot of public attention. Press outlets and social media have compared the Biski Motorbike to a contraption moviegoers would see in a James Bond film. The Biski Motorbike can travel… read more
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can cause a range of behavioral, emotional and cognitive symptoms that can go undetected for years. Recent research has discovered higher rates of TBIs in prisons and mental health facilities, leading some to question if there is a significant relationship. Many states perform mental health screenings in prisons, but do not… read more
Winter is almost here, and those of us who keep riding this time of year face many safety hazards. Freezing weather, icy roads and cold winds can cost us our lives. So how can we prepare and save ourselves from being injured or killed in motorcycle accidents during this time of year? There are four… read more
The National Safety Council (NSC) has launched a new campaign that will teach drivers about safety features in modern vehicles. According to the NSC, which has titled the campaign “My Car Does What?”, many motorists are not aware of modern vehicle safety features. Modern safety features include anti-lock braking systems, blind spot monitors, collision warning… read more
Automakers are developing cars with sensors capable of avoiding other motorists, pedestrians and obstacles. Many riders might be curious if this will affect our safety on the road. Driverless cars are still many years away, but this could become an important topic of discussion in the near future. Although several automakers are researching and testing… read more
