Motorcycles are banned from parts of the Pyrenees National Park FEMA news April 4, 2023April 13, 2023 A measure to limit noise pollution prohibits the use of motorcycles in parts of the High Pyrenees Natural Park (El Parque Natural de los Altos Pirineos). Electric vehicles and cars are not covered by the ban. A ‘Special Noise Quality Zone’ (ZEPQA) was created, with a ban for motorcycles, quads and
Why are cable barriers still hurting motorcyclists? Blogs March 28, 2023March 27, 2023 Cable barriers are banned in some countries, while others still install them, despite the inherent risks for motorcyclists. The main problem with cable barriers - or wire rope fences - are the uprights; in the event of a motorcyclist's fall, these uprights will catch the motorcyclist, with all its horrible consequences.
British motorcyclists meet minister for decarbonisation Member news March 23, 2023March 22, 2023 The British Motorcycle Action Group told the minister for decarbonisation that the UK government should abandon its plan to ban the sale of new vehicles with an internal combustion engine (ICE). MAG chair Neil Liversidge: “There are no reasons why electric and ICE vehicles cannot co-exist.” Motorcycle Action Group (MAG) Chair,
Governments and employers should promote motorcycling FEMA news March 22, 2023March 22, 2023 Politicians want us to walk, cycle, or use public transport. Motorcyclists however have different ideas when it comes to commuting, traveling to work. Better ideas, FEMA’s Wim Taal believes. FEMA’s survey on the commuting habits of motorcyclists shows that they use several different vehicles and different ways of travel. This way
New hopes for motorcycles with an internal combustion engine Blogs March 17, 2023March 16, 2023 Six member states of the European Union will not sign the regulation to ban the sale of new cars and vans with an internal combustion engine from 2035. FEMA's Dolf Willigers says this affects motorcycles too. Motorcycles are still not mentioned in the plans to decarbonize road transport in the European
NMCU & Bikelife: working together for Norwegian motorcyclists Member news March 6, 2023March 6, 2023 Norwegian motorcyclists’ organisation NMCU has joined forces with BikeLife, which focusses on the 'feelgood' side of motorcycling, to strengthen the voice of Norwegian riders. NMCU celebrated its 50th anniversary last year and is the only nationwide motorcyclists’ organisation. NMCU works to ensure that Norwegian motorcyclists are politically represented. This happens through
New driving licence proposal ignores motorcyclists’ demands FEMA news March 1, 2023March 1, 2023 FEMA is very disappointed with the proposal for a new driving licence directive, which completly ignores riders. FEMA will fight to get a better directive, which will include our needs and demands. The European Commission has published its Road Safety Package. Part of it is a proposal for a new Driving
International motorcyclists’ organisations call for road safety improvements FEMA news March 1, 2023February 28, 2023 The high numbers of motorcycle crashes that end up with fatalities and serious injuries mean that there is still much work to do on road safety. That is why international motorcyclists' organisations FIM and FEMA wrote an open letter, in which they call on the European Commission, the European Parliament, national
‘Ignoring motorcycles is a missed opportunity’ Blogs February 7, 2023 In all reports and plans that are published by EU institutions, the European Commission, the European Parliament and so on, motorcycles are not mentioned anymore. Perhaps you have noticed it too. FEMA’s Dolf Willigers did… It’s like we do not exist. This is a pity because motorcycles have many advantages to
Survey: how do motorcyclists travel to work? FEMA news February 3, 2023February 20, 2023 THIS SURVEY IS CLOSED. Please take a few minutes to fill out our survey on the mobility choices motorcyclists make to commute (travel to work) and make your voice heard! This survey is an initiative of FEMA, KNMV and RAI Vereniging. The survey will close on Friday 17 February 2023. Top photograph courtesy
