There has been a significant increase in motorcycle crashes in Colorado, with 165 motorcyclists dying last year, the highest number ever recorded in the state.
According to Ivan Alvarado of the Colorado State Patrol, distracted driving is one of the reasons behind this trend.
Laurie Montoya, founder of the BikerDown Foundation, a non-profit organization that advocates for and helps injured bikers and their families, shares her insights on the issue.
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Author's summary: Motorcycle crashes are increasing in Colorado due to distracted driving.