Clarksville, TN – According to the statement, the agencies will participate by providing information and increasing awareness in their communities about the importance of sharing the road and looking twice for motorcyclists.
All motorists need to know how to anticipate and respond to motorcyclists to avoid crashes.
The Clarksville Police Department is offering a few safe driving tips to prevent crashing with a motorcycle:
- Though a motorcycle is a small vehicle, its operator still has all the rights of the road as any other motorist. Allow the motorcycle the full width of a lane at all times.
- Always signal when changing lanes or merging with traffic.
- If you see a motorcycle with a signal on, be careful. Motorcycle signals are often non-canceling. Always ensure that the motorcycle is turning before proceeding.
- Check all mirrors and blind spots for motorcycles before changing lanes or merging with traffic, especially at intersections.
- Always allow ample follow distance – three to four seconds – when driving behind a motorcycle. This gives riders more time to maneuver or stop in an emergency.
More information here.
This is a developing story and it will be updated as new information become available.