Overview
Nearly 30% of all road traffic deaths reported to WHO involve powered two- and three-wheeled
vehicles, such as motorcycles, mopeds, scooters and electrical bikes (e-bikes). As these
vehicles become increasingly widespread, particularly in low-and middle-income countries,
the proportion of deaths involving them is increasing.
The second edition of the Powered- Two and Three-Wheeler Safety Manual offers guidance to
help decision makers and practitioners put in place the comprehensive set of laws,
regulations and actions needed to save lives. Rooted in new case studies and evidence,
including from low- and middle-income countries, it includes guidelines on developing safer
roads, ensuring safer mobility for all road users, vehicle safety standards, and actions to
improve emergency responses to crashes.
