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Stay Bright campaign puts kids in the driver's seat

The FIA, MEP Olga Sehnalova, former racing driver and BMX World Champion Alex Wurz and the Czech Automobile Club UAMK have initiated a campaign to urge children to Stay Bright this winter with the correct use of reflective gear. According to FIA, more than 800 children under the age of 15 are killed on European roads each year and 100.000 are injured. As pedestrians and cyclists, children are some of the most vulnerable road users of all. The campaign was launched as part of the European Commission's
September 23, 2016 Read time: 2 mins
The FIA, MEP Olga Sehnalova, former racing driver and BMX World Champion Alex Wurz and the Czech Automobile Club UAMK have initiated a campaign to urge children to Stay Bright this winter with the correct use of reflective gear.

According to FIA, more than 800 children under the age of 15 are killed on European roads each year and 100.000 are injured. As pedestrians and cyclists, children are some of the most vulnerable road users of all.

The campaign was launched as part of the European Commission's Mobility Week and will be rolled out across Europe the Middle East and Africa throughout the winter season 2016.

FIA president Jean Todt said, “Children are the most vulnerable road users. As pedestrians and cyclists they are particularly exposed. The Stay Bright campaign explains in a simple way how to stay safe on the road, especially at night and when weather conditions offer poor visibility.”

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