Archives for April 2014

ACEM’s “New” Man

ACEM the European Association of Motorcycle Manufacturers (ACEM) has announced the appointment of Antonio Perlot as its new Secretary General, with effect from 1 May 2014. Mr Perlot was appointed at the ACEM General Assembly in March 2013 and will replace Jacques Compagne (61), who after 10 years at the helm of ACEM will be […]

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Ireland Texting Banned

Texting while driving now ‘completely prohibited’ Following up on a commitment made during a recent distracted driving conference attended by MAG Ireland, Minister for Transport Dr. Leo Varadkar has announced that he has just signed a law formally banning texting while driving effective from May 1st. Although many people assumed texting was already banned, the […]

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Last Ride? Your Choice

A ROAD policing inspector who tragically lost his father in a motorbike collision has launched a campaign to raise awareness of the dangers of riding whilst tired. Insp Dave Mangan from Lancashire Constabulary has created a short film about his father Mike’s last ride which will be shown to bikers across the county as well […]

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A "Wee" Mention

We love a mention in print, because it makes some of our “stuff” seem worthwhile. We have been mentioned in the latest edition of the BMF (British Motorcyclists Federation” member magazine – Motorcycle Rider – yes you have to be a member to receive it. Howard Anderson Northern Ireland Regional Chairman in his report says, […]

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