This week, the GNR is beginning the awareness campaign #NãoSouDeFerro (I'm not made of iron - translation by Steve), which aims to reverse the increase in motorcycle accidents, with particular prominence to the Algarve region.
In a statement, the GNR explains that the campaign, which runs until Sunday (the 7th), will give particular attention to the Algarve region and the Autodromo Internacional do Algarve, where the Moto GP Portugal Event will take place from November 5th to 7th, and will alert drivers to the rules safety precautions that should be taken into account while driving.
A video illustrating some of the most frequent dangerous manoeuvres has also be released on social media platforms. SEE IT HERE.
Since motorbike riders are a risk group, because the consequences of motorbike accidents are usually more serious, and an influx of motorbikes and similar vehicles to the Algarve is expected for the Moto GP, the GNR will develop awareness-raising initiatives in various service areas from north to south of the country, focussing on the vicinity of the Autódromo Internacional do Algarve.
From the analysis of road accidents for the year 2021 until September 30th, it appears that about 10% of accidents involved two-wheel motor vehicles.
According to the GNR, of the victims registered this year on the roads, “28.9% are drivers or passengers of two-wheeled vehicles, with about 32% of fatal road accidents also correspond to drivers/passengers of two-wheeled motorised vehicles".
The awareness campaign will aim to promote caution in general, the safety distance in relation to the vehicle in front to ensure safe and gradual braking and better visibility. Other advisories from the GNR will be to slow down in adverse weather conditions, to drive with the lights on and using high visibility clothing, and the importance of always wearing helmets and protective equipment.
Original article available in Portuguese at http://postal.pt/
