Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month Takes Place Every May May is Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, a national campaign that hits especially close to home in Texas. With open highways, year-round riding weather, and one of the highest numbers of registered motorcycles in the country, Texas sees more than its share of tragic motorcycle wrecks.For drivers in Texas, this isn’t just a message for motorcyclists. It’s a reminder that every driver plays a role in keeping riders safe. A few small changes in how you drive could make all the difference between a close call and a catastrophe. If you or someone you love was hit by a car while riding, a