What to do so that the time change does not affect us along the way?

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The night can also pose a real danger to other road users, from scooters to bicycles to pedestrians or even animals that may roam the roads.

Due to the time change, the days will now have less daylight and drivers will therefore spend more time driving at night. A situation that makes
roads are more dangerous. But in addition to motorists, pedestrians also have to take into account the arrival of autumn and winter time and make themselves more visible to prevent traffic accidents.

The night can also pose a real danger to other road users, from scooters to bicycles to pedestrians or even animals that may roam the roads. In fact, brightness plays a determining role in pedestrian deaths on interurban roads. It is therefore not surprising that, according to official data, 70% of fatal accidents occur at dusk or at night, and 90% of these occur on roads without adequate lighting. Studies have also shown that a motorist only perceives a pedestrian 10 meters away
insufficient time to avoid an accidentand even more at night.

For these reasons, and for those who get behind the wheel, it is important to follow a set of guidelines from Norauto, especially to help
increase the security of these users. First of all, you should avoid going on roads where there is no light. These means of transport should also not be used if the weather conditions allow safe driving and good visibility (fog, heavy rain…).

The bicycle and scooter must be in good condition, especially those elements that ensure that you are better seen by other users. Good condition of reflective elements, lights… It is also important to check tires, brakes, chains in the case of bicycles, steering… In this sense, Norauto reminds that it is mandatory for bicycles to have a white front light and a red taillight that circulates on urban and interurban roads at night, in tunnels or underpasses or when weather conditions do not permit good visibility. In addition, a retro-reflector must be worn that is not triangular and must also be red. It is optional, although recommended, to put reflectors on the spokes of the wheels and on the yellow pedals.

Passenger cars must be fitted with retro-reflectors at the front (white), on both sides (white or car yellow) and at the rear (red). In addition, the brake light must be differentiated or combined with the rear light, as stated in the Technical Characteristics Manual of the General Directorate of Traffic.

It is also essential to avoid going into blind spots or blind spots, ie those places where the rest of the vehicles have no visibility. This is especially important when there are large vans, trucks or buses. Your blind spots are usually on the sides, especially the front and rear of the vehicle, as well as the rear.

The helmet can become the best ally by being able to install an additional brake light, both for cyclists and scooter users. For example, the Cosmo Connected helmet. The brake light can be placed on the back of the helmet to be visible at eye level, or on the bike, just below the seat, on the bar connecting the seat to the main frame. This system doubles visibility and warns of an accident in less than 3 minutes. In addition, it has a turn signal, which warns when turning left or right. Includes delay light, position light and warning light to indicate danger on the road. Likewise, it should be noted that there are smart helmets on the market with a Smart signal light integrated into the back that automatically turns on when it detects darkness, such as the Smart4U helmet. Please note that helmets will soon become mandatory for scooter users.

Wear light and conspicuous clothing to increase visibility and use additional reflective elements such as approved reflective vests or tires, which make the cyclist visible from 100 meters away. There are also magnetic reflectors with LEDs, specially designed for the practice of sports. Norauto even reminds that when the use of lighting is mandatory, a reflective garment should be worn especially on interurban roads, although it is recommended to wear it on any occasion.

Source: La Verdad

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