Fatal crash in Leibnitz: motorcyclist overtakes red!

Fatal crash in Leibnitz: motorcyclist overtakes red!

Leibnitz, Österreich - A tragic incident occurred in Leibnitz on Friday afternoon. At 3:05 p.m. there was a fatal collision between a motorcycle and a car on Arnfelser Straße L604 between Gündorf and Arnfels. The 56-year-old motorcyclist from the Leibnitz district overtook several vehicles, although there was an overtaking ban and a barrier line. This risky maneuver culminated in a frontal impact with a car, whose 37-year-old driver also comes from the Leibnitz district.

The first aid measures initiated immediately by other road users could no longer help the motorcyclist; He succumbed to his serious injuries at the scene of the accident. The incident raises questions about safety in road traffic, especially for motorcyclists who have an increased risk. According to the ADAC you have a four-time risk of accident compared to drivers and an accident rate that is seven times higher. Especially among young drivers between the ages of 15 and 24, the risk of accidents is highest.

causes and risks of motorcycle accidents

The accident analysis of the ADAC shows that the total number of fatal and seriously injured motorcyclists has dropped since 2000, but its share of all road dead has remained consistently high. Every year, over 500 motorcyclists are killed in Germany and almost 10,000 people are seriously injured. Almost every fourth traffic accident that occurs outside of town affects motorcyclists, with over a third of the incidents being classified as single accidents.

The most common causes of collisions with other road users are overtaking errors, unadjusted speed and insufficient distance. In the case of the tragic accident in Leibnitz, these statistics are particularly alarming. The driver of the car, which had arranged to turn left, could have contributed to the cause of the accident, as vehicles bending on the left are frequent causes of collisions with motorcycles.

measures to increase security

The ADAC has worked out a number of recommendations to increase security on two wheels. This includes wearing protective clothing, regular security checks of the vehicle and participating in driving safety training. Technical solutions such as the curve ABS, the traction control and distance control can also help to avoid accidents.

In addition, an improvement in the street infrastructure could increase security by eliminating obstacles and cutting back plantations. Preventive measures such as speed limits and better visibility help to make traffic safer for all participants.

The tragic incident in Leibnitz should all remind us of how important defensive driving and the observance of traffic rules are. Motorcycling can be a wonderful experience, but it also requires responsibility and respect for your own security and that of others. As can be seen from the ADAC Analysis, motorcyclists are often involved in very dangerous situations. It is up to all of us to make the streets safer for all road users.