Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Distracted Driving Awareness Month
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month, giving both
drivers and passengers time to reflect on choices made on the road. Cell phone
use, including texting, talking and social media use is now the most common
distraction behind the wheel, according to NHTSA.
More than 1 in 4 fatal motorcycle accidents occur between
March and May in Massachusetts.
Recently, I had the honor of participating in the Bikers
Helping Bikers Nelson Family Pancake Breakfast. Since 2000, this annual
get-together has been a focal point for raising awareness of motorcycle safety
and remembering & honoring the life of Nelson Selig and his family.
At the age of 37 Nelson was killed while riding his
motorcycle on Route 133 in Ipswich after a young driver crossed the center line
and hit Nelson straight on. Paul Cote of Amesbury and Jason Hallock of
Gloucester put together a ride in August 2000. More than 1,000 motorcyclists
have participated in any given year.
Each year, by way of a legislative act, the Governor issues
an annual Motorcycle Safety Awareness Proclamation.
Every driver can help promote motorcycle awareness and
reduce accidents and injuries. Safety starts when you choose to operate. So,
please check twice – you can save a life.