Other
May 1, 2018
Technology is better than ever – but thousands of Americans still die in car crashes every year
Today, driving is arguably safer than ever been before.
Search results for motorcycle crashes
Business
Feb 7, 2018
Harley-Davidson recalls 175,000 bikes on brake safety fears
Iconic US motorcycle maker Harley-Davidson is recalling nearly 175,000 bikes in the United States due to fears the brakes could fail, a government regulator announced Wednesday.
Social Sciences
Jan 5, 2018
Inattentional blindness: Why drivers may fail to see motorcycles in plain sight
The disproportionately high number of motorcycle-related traffic accidents may be linked to the way the human brain processes—or fails to process—information, according to new research published in Human Factors, "Allocating ...
Energy & Green Tech
Nov 16, 2017
Amid global electric-car buzz, Toyota bullish on hydrogen
At a car factory in this city named after Toyota, the usual robots with their swinging arms are missing. Instead, workers intently fit parts into place by hand with craftsmanship-like care.
Business
Oct 4, 2017
Inside a Silicon Valley startup's explosive demise
Behind Kanoa's slick promotional photos and videos, lofty promises to revolutionize music listening, and countless reassurances to customers, the warning signs were there - the startup was in trouble.
Hi Tech & Innovation
Jun 29, 2017
In Oakland, hackers race DIY autonomous cars—and it may revolutionize your ride
They aren't much to look at with their bare plywood or plastic frames, exposed wires and electronic innards on display.
Hi Tech & Innovation
Jun 12, 2017
Small-scale Doppler effect to help cyclists stay safe
An extremely sensitive radar that can detect when different parts of people's bodies are moving at different speeds could help drivers avoid collisions with vulnerable road users such as cyclists.
Other
May 30, 2017
Two wheels closer to a safe arrival
Death doesn't visit our roads equally. Moped or motorbike riders have a 12 times higher chance of dying per kilometre travelled than car drivers, according to researchers.
Hi Tech & Innovation
Oct 12, 2016
BMW presents its self-balancing motorcycle of the future
The motorcycle of the future is so safe riders can cruise without helmet—all of the thrills with none of the danger—according to BMW.
Engineering
Oct 9, 2016
Drones carrying medicines, blood face top challenge: Africa
At first, the drone took some explaining. Anxious villagers buzzed with rumors of a new blood-sucking thing that would fly above their homes. Witchcraft, some said.
