Gotta love the Aussies. They’re not ones to water things down as evidenced by this video made by Australia’s Transport Accident Commission (TAC). Reminds me of the ‘Scared Straight’ programs they used to televise when I was growing up where they took young kids that were repeatedly getting in trouble with the law and took them to prison for a little one-on-one time with the inmates. Nothing opens up one’s eyes better than a harsh dose of reality.

The video demonstrates that in cases of car vs. motorcycles, cars always win. We may be quicker and more nimble, but we’re also more vulnerable.

"The TAC wants Victorian motorcyclists to understand that regardless of who is at fault in a road crash, it will be the motorcyclist who will come out second best," said TAC’s Phil Reed.

At the end of the video, the intentions of the TAC flash across the screen.
 
“It’s up to you to reduce the risks.”
 
Riding on the street, you can’t afford to let your guard down, not even for a second. It’s dangerous enough out there, and the video demonstrates that it only takes one moment of indiscretion to turn a good day’s ride into a fatal mistake. Think while you ride and stay alive.