Nov.2019AMAmagazineNews
AMA president Ron Dingmans article about drivers of self driving cars asleep at the wheel is a “wake-up” call for riders to beware of this technology if not perfect. Waymo/Google wants NHTSA to remove limits …
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AMA update Sept. 2019 Motorcyclist Magazine
EPA is not increasing its renewable fuel volume for 2020, that includes Ethanol. The American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers Assn. has filed suit to block the EPA’s approval of year-round sales of higher Ethanol blends …
AMA Activity March 2019
The AMA magazine, pg. 13, announced they have contacted new members of the US Congress and all State legislators. The Federal issues important to motorcyclists include: Automated Vehicles, Ethanol (10%max) and Recreational Trails Program. State …
BMW Riders Association charter
The club is now an official affiliate of the BMWRA, #367. The MSTA (motorcycle Sport Touring Association) has also become an affiliate. They and the RA hold rallies/events including the RA national 9/5-8/16 in Virginia. …
Federal agency seeks mandatory motorcycle ABS Submitted by Jim Shaw
National Transportation Safety Board addresses crash causation September 11, 2018 PICKERINGTON, Ohio — The National Transportation Safety Board issued a report Tuesday that calls for all new on-road motorcycles sold in the United States to …
AMA’s Official Position on Automated Vehicles Submitted by Jim Shaw
“Failure to specifically address motorcycles in statutory and regulatory language amounts to the abandonment of motorcycle safety by legislators and regulators,” the position statement reads. “Essentially, the issue of distracted and inattentive driving will mushroom …
What the AMA Can Do For You
Advocacy The AMA is at the forefront in defending your riding freedoms. The AMA Government Relations Department—with a staff in Washington, D.C., and a Western States Representative in California—monitors federal and state bills, rules and …
NHTSA recall for BMW accessory windshields
Most 2012-2018 BMW’s with accessory windshields will get a notice that the shield is too dark. Info. from M/C Consumer News and verified at NHTSA site. Jim Shaw
Distracted Driving – AMA magazine May 2018
“The AMA is engaged with Tech companies, Software developers, Car makers, Legislators and regulatory agencies to consider and include motorcycles In development, testing and deployment of new vehicle technology.” AV START Act (S. 1885) includes …
AMA magazine news from April issue
The US Senate Motorcycle Caucus meet and the key topic was Autonomous Vehicles. Recognition of motorcycles for the new technology and driver reliance on the assist functions was discussed. Senate legislation language includes motorcycles but …