Kids And Four-Wheeler Atvs: The Do’s And Don’ts
All-terrain vehicles (ATVs) are NOT toys. every year. Hundreds of people die and hundreds of thousands of people go to the emergency room because of ATV-related injuries. ATVs are one of the deadliest adventure-riding vehicles that we run. Hence it is strongly recommended that children under the age of 16 not ride ATVs. But, if you do allow your children to ride, then it is necessary to understand the risks: ATVs can reach weights of up to 850 pounds. Due to their high center of gravity, ATVs possess an increased likelihood of flipping over. The majority of ATVs are capable of reaching speeds exceeding 60 mph, posing a risk of children losing control of the vehicle. ATVs lack essential safety features such as seat belts, roll bars, airbags, or safety cages to safeguard your child. Children and adolescents face a higher risk of injury when operating heavy-duty vehicles like ATVs, as their cognitive judgment, physical strength, and motor skills are still in the developmental stage. It ...