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Traffic Tip Tuesday: Watch for motorcycles

South Simcoe Police outline some tips on how to share the road, and avoid a tragedy
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NEWS RELEASE

SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE

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Here are a few tips on how to share the road, and avoid a tragedy.

  • Check your mirrors and blind spots for motorcycles before changing lanes
     
  • Use your signals
     
  • When turning left, make sure you have sufficient room to avoid a collision
     
  • Don’t tailgate

Motorcyclists can contribute to road safety as well:

  • Be visible, use proper lane positioning
     
  • Drive defensively, never assume you’ve been seen
     
  • Stay within the speed limit
     
  • Wear proper protective clothing
     
  • Never pass between lanes, or off the roadway

Our highways are for all users. Please follow these safety tips, and share the road!

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