Saturday, May 25, 2013
USA - More Motorcycle and Scooter Riders On the Road on Monday, June 17th This Year
The 22nd annual worldwide Ride to Work Day is expected to be one of the
largest-ever, according to Ride to Work, the non-profit organization that
coordinates this annual event. In the United States, over 80 million cars and
light trucks are used for daily commuting, and only about 200,000 motorcycles
and scooters are a usually part of this mix. On Ride to Work Day a much higher
number of America’s 8,000,000 cycles and scooters are ridden to work. Some
estimates put the numbers of added riders at over 1,000,000. Studies have shown
that across equal distances, commuting rider can reach their destinations more
quickly — in up to 20% less time than those using automobiles — and that
motorcycles and scooters consume less resources per person per mile, and that
they take up less space on roads. Motorcycle and scooter riders seek improved
employer support for this form of transportation, and more public and government
awareness about the societally-positive benefits of riding.The Ride to Work
website includes forum areas, merchandise, information, and free promotional
support materials.